Lebanon Car Rental

Lebanon Travel Guide

Before you embark on a journey to Lebanon, it is always a great idea to learn a few things about the place in order to know your way around once you get there. Lebanon is officially known as the Lebanese republic. It is located in the intersection of the Arabian hinterland and the Mediterranean basin. This is the factor that contributes mainly to the religious and ethnic diversity of Lebanon. The capital city of Lebanon is Beirut.

Lebanon’s transport facilities   

The gateway to Lebanon is the Beirut Rafic Hariri international airport in the south of the Lebanon suburbs. It is also possible to enter Lebanon via ferries to the port of Beirut. You could also find your way through cypress on a ferry or by road through Damascus.  

From the airport or port, there are quite a number of options to get to your destination.

Bus transportation in Lebanon

There are buses in Beirut that connect to various cities in Lebanon as well as Syria. Buses are very popular in Lebanon and buses leaving for different destination can be found at different bus stations. It is advisable to confirm destination before boarding a bus.

Taxis in Lebanon

Taxis are also very common in Lebanon. They can be quite expensive and it is advisable to agree on a price before you get into one to avoid misunderstanding. There are also service taxis, where different commuters share one taxi. It is important to ask whether it is a private or service taxi before hand.

The service taxis also travel to specific destinations. Therefore, you need to confirm that it is indeed the route to your destination before you get into one. Service taxis work more like buses.

Car rental in Lebanon

With all the inconveniences that may come with other modes of transportation in Lebanon, the most convenient way to travel around Lebanon is by car rental. There are quite a number of reasons as to why you should rent a car while in Lebanon. They include:

• You can get a range of car rental desks at the airport
• Easy mobility 24 hours a day
• Car rental agencies offer a wide array of cars to choose from so you can easily get a car model you want and one that suits your needs
• It is possible to get cheap car hire agencies throughout Lebanon’s capital, Beirut
• You get to enjoy car rental pick up and drop off from the airport from most car rental agencies
• You can tour Lebanon at your own pleasure and pace

Places to tour in Lebanon with your car rental

Place de l’Etoile - enjoy an amazing meal or a cup of coffee from these outdoor cafés. There are also quite a number of restaurants as well as hangout joints throughout Beirut for all ages. Nightlife lovers can also enjoy a wide array of bars, nightclubs, for all budgets and styles.

Visit one of the largest archeological sites, the Al Bass archeological site and view the necropolis, as well as the huge monument that leads to the roman road. You cannot leave without visiting the Baalbek temple which is one of the most beautiful and largest Roman ruins.

You can also go see one of the natural world wonders, the Jeita grotto where you get to enjoy two grottoes. This is the ultimate destination if you want to discover a world of mysteries at the earth’s heart.

Only with a car rental can you fully enjoy the amazing sceneries that Lebanon has to offer.