ACTIVITIES
Discover Tripoli
We offer indoor and outdoor activities such as boat rides, tours of Tripoli and of Mina, bike rides along the coastline, as well as live entertainment and outdoor screenings held in the courtyards. Our heritage building welcomes you with a variety of rooms which are designed to cater to your personality.
ACTIVITIES TO DO IN TRIPOLI
The Citadel
First established in 636 CE by Arab commanders, the Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles in Tripoli overlooks the Abou Ali River and is one of the biggest fortresses in Lebanon.
Opening hours: Mon-Sun 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
ACTIVITIES TO DO IN TRIPOLI
Old Souks
There is a total of nine old Tripoli souks to explore, with the most known being the Attareen (Fragrance Makers), Nahasseen (Copper Welders), Soap Khan, and Khayateen (Seamstresses). They were divided according to ancient guilds as Tripoli was known for its olive oil-based soaps and beautiful merchandise.
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The Mosques
Tripoli is brimming with beautiful mosques, from ancient buildings to modern structures. Although mosques are located throughout the city, the most known mosques are the Mansouri Great Mosque, built-in 1294 CE, and the Bourtasi Mosque in the Hadid district, constructed in 1310 CE.
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Akra Restaurant
If you’ve missed breakfast, Akra Restaurant is known as the authentic Tripolitan breakfast. Located both near the citadel and in Tal, this
restaurant serves delicious hummus-based dishes like “Hummus bi Tahini” and “Fatteh.”
Akra, Mohammad El Husseini, Tripoli, Lebanon, +961 6 438 500
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Rachid Karami International Fair Center
The Rachid Karami International Fair Center is a modern architectural marvel with its expanse of gardens around its perimeter. Various buildings are strewn across the greenery, from a hollow dome that works like an amphitheater to an arch that opens onto a concert stage.
Phone number: +961 6 600 427
ACTIVITIES TO DO IN TRIPOLI
Old Train Station
The old train station of Tripoli, located before Burj Al Sibai on the coastal side of the city is not to be missed. The station has become a canvas for talented street artists, while the beautiful and rustic trains still stand tall throughout the site.
