Hamra Street

Rue Hamra, often known as Hamra Street, is a major thoroughfare in Beirut, Lebanon, and one of the city's key diplomatic and commercial centers. It is situated in the same-named neighborhood of Hamra. During the 1960s and 1970s, Hamra Street was the epicenter of intellectual activity in Beirut because of the numerous sidewalk cafes and theaters. Hamra Street and the surrounding area were regarded as Beirut's trendiest neighborhood prior to 1975. The Municipality of Beirut gave the Boulevard a facelift in the middle of the 1990s to entice tourists year-round. Due to its year-round popularity with tourists, Hamra Street was referred to as Beirut's Champs Elysées. This is one of the best places to visit in Beirut.

Tourists and locals alike frequent this location to try and take in the last traces of the intellectual city. Three universities, including the American University of Beirut, several bookshops, and a vibrant nightlife can all be found in Hamra.

Every year in the fall, the Prime Minister sponsors the opening of the Hamra Streets Festival. The purpose of this friendly and cultural event is to highlight the rich diversity of culture and art that exists in Lebanon in general and on Hamra Street in particular. The festival features a wide range of events and activities that cater to people of all ages. The festival promotes amateur musicians, artists, and freelancers across all artistic disciplines and offers flexible entry requirements.

Location: Beirut, Lebanon
Phone: +961 71 293 015
Opening hours: 9 am - 5 pm
Rating: 4.0/5.0, 1386 Tripadvisor reviews
Website: https://alhamrastreet.com/