Hamra Street, Beirut

Hamra Street, one of Beirut's main streets, is studded with cafés, restaurants, theaters, and universities. You may learn about the Lebanese "Champs-Elysées" on Hamra Street. The American University of Beirut and the Lebanese American University are two of the most prestigious universities along this route. Furthermore, the Hamra Streets Festival, which takes place every autumn, is held on the street. The Hamra Streets Festival is a cultural event that strives to showcase Lebanon's artistic and cultural variety. During the festival, there are adorned floats, carnival parades, dances, concerts, street art exhibits, and fireworks displays.

There are many western chains (such as Gloria Jean's, Caribou Coffee, Costa Coffee, and Starbucks), as well as many local shops and restaurants, in this area. Cafe Hamra, as the name suggests, is a restaurant that honors the historic street with vintage street graffiti art, a wide range of international and Lebanese cuisine, and hookah smoking. Cafe Younes is another prominent cafe that first opened in 1935 and is maintained by Amin Younes, the grandson of the same-named founder. It is also well-known for its tourist appeal and wide range of accommodations. The Crowne Plaza is the city's most well-known landmark.

Location: Rue 31, Hamra, Beirut, Mount Lebanon Governorate, Lebanon
Opening Hours: Daily

Entrance fee: free