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9 Of Lebanon’s Most Relaxing Reading Spots
In this small chaotic country, its hard to imagine that there exist places where one can go to enjoy a relaxing, quiet setting, perfect for reading a book. The good news is that such places do exist around Lebanon, and here they are.
1. Kalei
This hidden gem of Mar Mikhael is home to a stunning eco-friendly outdoor space, and indoor area where you can bring your pet and a book. Perch on one of the outside chairs and begin your day while enjoying the scrumptious food and great coffee.
2. GRID
The seocnd floor of this trendy little coffee shop overlooks Beirut Souks and is fused with Librairie Antoine to create the perfect small reading spot. Their delicious freshly brewed coffee would perfectly pair with your book, and the relaxing ambiance will have you cuddled up there for hours.
3. Oliver’s Kitchen & Coffee Shop
Oliver’s in Gemmayze has become a hub for writers, journalists, and readers! You can enjoy the large and comfy couches, and the homey décor. Oliver’s even features a small bookshop at the back where you can browse both old and new books. Open from 9 AM all the way till midnight and with tempting lunch offers available, you can pass by at almost any time of the day to get some work done.
4. AUB
Lock in one of their benches (if you’re lucky to find a vacant one) and enjoy all of what the AUB campus has to offer from the lush green surrounding to the serene Ain Mraisse sea view. We’ve done some of our best writing from this bench view!
5. Warche 13
This art hub not only hosts workshops, art galleries, and concept design stores, but it also has a cafe corner where you can huddle up with your favorite read and enjoy all the creative vibes flowing in this place.
6. Memory Lane
Memory Lane is a trendy, pet-friendly, café/pub that tends to be very calm and quiet during the daytime. On cool days, you can enjoy the small garden outside or bask in the AC indoors. If coffee isn’t enough to get you through the day, you can order some delicious food and get 30% off from 12 – 4 PM.
7. Rassif
Combining urban and nature vibes, this cafe in Tripoli has the cutest and most relaxing atmosphere, perfect for some afternoon downtime. Along with that book you’ve been dying to start, you can order a Matcha Lemonade or if you’re feeling a bit hungry the smoked Turkey and melting Brie sandwich.
8. Urbanista
With comfy chairs, delicious cakes, and a calm atmosphere, Urbanista has become a hotspot for students and readers working away.
9. AlKindy
Not only a workplace, office, and library, AlKindy is a social club which opens Friday through Sunday. Other than having an insanely beautiful cafe corner which is perfect for reading, their library is crowd-sourced, meaning around 1000 books are selected and placed by the youth themselves, so if you feel like you want a change from your own taste in books, head on down there!
1. Kalei
This hidden gem of Mar Mikhael is home to a stunning eco-friendly outdoor space, and indoor area where you can bring your pet and a book. Perch on one of the outside chairs and begin your day while enjoying the scrumptious food and great coffee.
2. GRID
The seocnd floor of this trendy little coffee shop overlooks Beirut Souks and is fused with Librairie Antoine to create the perfect small reading spot. Their delicious freshly brewed coffee would perfectly pair with your book, and the relaxing ambiance will have you cuddled up there for hours.
3. Oliver’s Kitchen & Coffee Shop
Oliver’s in Gemmayze has become a hub for writers, journalists, and readers! You can enjoy the large and comfy couches, and the homey décor. Oliver’s even features a small bookshop at the back where you can browse both old and new books. Open from 9 AM all the way till midnight and with tempting lunch offers available, you can pass by at almost any time of the day to get some work done.
4. AUB
Lock in one of their benches (if you’re lucky to find a vacant one) and enjoy all of what the AUB campus has to offer from the lush green surrounding to the serene Ain Mraisse sea view. We’ve done some of our best writing from this bench view!
5. Warche 13
This art hub not only hosts workshops, art galleries, and concept design stores, but it also has a cafe corner where you can huddle up with your favorite read and enjoy all the creative vibes flowing in this place.
6. Memory Lane
Memory Lane is a trendy, pet-friendly, café/pub that tends to be very calm and quiet during the daytime. On cool days, you can enjoy the small garden outside or bask in the AC indoors. If coffee isn’t enough to get you through the day, you can order some delicious food and get 30% off from 12 – 4 PM.
7. Rassif
Combining urban and nature vibes, this cafe in Tripoli has the cutest and most relaxing atmosphere, perfect for some afternoon downtime. Along with that book you’ve been dying to start, you can order a Matcha Lemonade or if you’re feeling a bit hungry the smoked Turkey and melting Brie sandwich.
8. Urbanista
With comfy chairs, delicious cakes, and a calm atmosphere, Urbanista has become a hotspot for students and readers working away.
9. AlKindy
Not only a workplace, office, and library, AlKindy is a social club which opens Friday through Sunday. Other than having an insanely beautiful cafe corner which is perfect for reading, their library is crowd-sourced, meaning around 1000 books are selected and placed by the youth themselves, so if you feel like you want a change from your own taste in books, head on down there!