Beirut's rooftop scene gives you the Mediterranean and the Mount Lebanon range. The 10 below cover the city's elevated drinking options.
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The 10 best rooftop bars in Beirut
01 · Beirut
Antelias
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Mediterranean rooftop
Outside Beirut proper, but the bar locals fly back to. Mediterranean view, late-night programming.
Order: Arak-spiked rooftop spec
02 · Beirut
Manara
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Hotel rooftop · Mediterranean
On top of the Riviera Hotel. Open Mediterranean view from the terrace.
Order: A rosé spritz on the terrace
03 · Beirut
Downtown
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Rooftop · Sky-high
Iconic downtown Beirut rooftop with sweeping city and Mediterranean views.
Order: A signature with the Mediterranean view
04 · Beirut
Biel
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Open-air rooftop · DJ
Iconic Beirut nightlife rooftop with DJ programming.
Order: A vodka cocktail at the rooftop
05 · Beirut
Hamra
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Casual rooftop · Hamra
Casual Hamra rooftop with neighbourhood feel.
Order: A casual cocktail at sunset
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06 · Beirut
Beirut Marina
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Hotel rooftop · Polished
At the Four Seasons Beirut. Polished rooftop with marina and Mediterranean views.
Order: A perfect Manhattan with the panorama
07 · Beirut
Minet El Hosn
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Hotel rooftop · Pool
At the Phoenicia Beirut. Pool deck with sweeping Mediterranean views.
Order: A pool-side cocktail
08 · Beirut
Hamra
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Hotel rooftop · Casual
Casual hotel rooftop with central Beirut views.
Order: A casual cocktail at sunset
09 · Beirut
Mar Elias
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Hotel rooftop · Casual
Casual hotel rooftop with sweeping city views.
Order: A signature cocktail at the rooftop
10 · Beirut
Sin El Fil
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Hotel rooftop · Modern
Modern hotel rooftop with sweeping panoramic views.
Order: A craft cocktail at sunset
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How Beirut uses the Mediterranean
Caprice and Riviera Rooftop are essential. Most peak between 8 PM and 1 AM.
