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Bored In Beirut? Here’s What You Can Do For Fun

There are so many things you can do in Beirut. So many that it might be overwhelming to choose when you’re bored. But worry not, because we’ve written up a list of last-minute plans you can enjoy when you’re bored in Beirut, organized by neighborhood.

If you’re in Hamra

1. Visit DiGen Art, Beirut’s first digital art gallery

2. Enjoy a quiet morning at Café Younes

3. Challenge your friends to a few boardgames at OnBoard

4. Treat your friends to drinks at Ales & Tales

5. Shop for collectibles at Multiverse

6. Sample all the chocolates at PRALINÉ

If you’re in Gemmayze or Mar Mikhael

6. Enjoy a charming evening at Arthaus

7. Grab a mouthwatering Italian sandwich from Squisito

8. Try the iconic fish burger at Salt Fish

@lamatiks Saltfish Mar Mikhael – Caviar fish burger ($22) is good but ask for less sauce or on the side. Ceviche is good, and the salmon belly is great. #beirut #lebanon #foodies #fishburger #caviar #food with @Dxb_whatsinnow ♬ L'amore dice ciao (From "La matriarca – The Libertine") – Main Titles – Armando Trovajoli

9. Hang out at the St. Nicolas stairs (and grab a drink after)

10. Stop by Kintsugi for a not-so-casual night out

If you’re in Achrafieh

11. Enjoy the Beirut breeze at Le Jardin‘s outdoor seating

12. Experience Mexican nights at Odette’s

13. Feast on a delectable steak at Bobo Fou

14. Sip and paint your heart out at Cheers to Painting

If you’re in Minet El-Hosn

15. Do some bouquet shopping at Atelier 1339

16. Make the most of the good weather with a stroll on the Corniche (and bring your dog)

17. Invite your friends to a delectable meal at Merchak

18. Tick Pop In Eatery off your bucket list

If you’re in Badaro

19. Spend the day getting artsy at CreativeNass or Naive By Emné

20. Do some people watching while enjoying Badaro’s bustling streets

21. Treat yourself to a smashed burger from The Witty Bun

22. Spend some “me” time at the serene Le Marché Bio

If you’re in Jnah

23. De-stress by breaking anything and everything at SmashIt

24. Challenge yourself with a fun escape room experience at BrainScape

25. Chow down on the delicious suhour offer at Chokies

If you’re in Saifi

26. Get lost in the charm of Villa Clara

27. Snap shots of Saifi’s beautiful streets

28. Wrap up your day with an Italian dinner at Vicoli

We don’t think you’ll ever be left bored in Beirut if you use this guide. For more ideas on things to do in Beirut, make sure to browse the #Guides category on our website.