Zaitunay Bay to Raouche: The Beirut Corniche
From the chic marina of Zaitunay Bay to the dramatic cliffs of Raouche, this walk follows the entire length of Beirut's Mediterranean-facing Corniche.
A linear route where yachts and fishermen, joggers and mobile coffee vendors cross paths, leading to one of Lebanon's most photographed natural landmarks. Ideal for feeling the everyday pulse of Beirut, between sea and city.
Zaitunay Bay - Starting point
Beirut's chic marina, lined with restaurants and yachts. An immediate contrast with the rest of the walk, which grows more local and authentic. Don't miss: the docked boats and the wooden seaside promenade.
Corniche Minet el Hosn
The true start of the Corniche, running along the seafront facing downtown's modern towers, this stretch blends the first unobstructed views of the Mediterranean with the charm of Ain El Mreisseh, a former fishing village absorbed by the city and still marked by its small harbor and traditional seaside cafés, popular for shisha at sunset.
Don't miss: the rocks below where local fishermen cast their lines, and the colorful boats docked in the fishing harbor.
AUB Corniche
A stretch running alongside AUB's historic campus, where students, families, and athletes cross paths along the Corniche's iconic railing.
Don't miss: views over AUB's green campus below the road.
Manara Lighthouse
A visual landmark of the neighborhood, this historic lighthouse marks a turning point in the walk where the Corniche curves south, offering the first views of Raouche's cliffs in the distance.
Don't miss: the lighthouse itself and the families gathered here in the evening, one of the busiest stretches of the walk.
Raouche — Pigeon Rocks
The finish line and highlight of the walk: two natural rock formations rising from the sea, Beirut's most iconic visual symbol, especially striking at sunset.
Don't miss: the sunset from the cliffside cafés overlooking the rocks, or a boat ride around the formations.