Major city · Lebanon
Tripoliطرابلس
Only consider Tripoli, Lebanon's second city, if your government's advisory allows it, and go as a guided day trip from Beirut rather than an independent overnight.
Tripoli is Lebanon's second-largest city, in the north. It has a Mamluk-era old city, souks, a hilltop citadel and a large modern port area. Most visitors who go see it as a day trip from Beirut rather than a base.
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More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid)
- Airport
- none nearby
- Nights
- 0–1
Rules in force · 5Security advice in this region can change within a dayCheck your own government travel advice for Lebanon befor…
- Middle East ↗Security advice in this region can change within a day; re-read your government's page before departure and again before any border or regional flight.
- Middle East ↗Public drunkenness, public displays of affection and offensive gestures or online posts can lead to arrest in the Gulf states and Iran; dress modestly outside beaches and hotels.
- Lebanon ↗Check your own government travel advice for Lebanon before any booking; advice depends on your passport and changes without notice.
- Lebanon ↗Entry rules depend on your passport; check General Security and your own government's advice before booking.
- Lebanon ↗Confirm that your travel insurance and medical evacuation cover apply to Lebanon before you rely on it.
What is in this basic guide6 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Tripoli112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tripoli, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?US dollar cash is the backbone of payments: see Insurance & payments above.Lebanon-wide
- SafetyFollow your government's advisory; a guided visit is safer than independent exploration of the old city.
- Emergency numbers112 police (isf) · 140 ambulance (lebanese red cross) · 125 Civil Defense (Fire) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- Getting aroundShared taxis and vans run the coastal road from Beirut, about 1.5 h; within Tripoli…
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- none nearby: arrive by land or via another city
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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Feb
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Mar
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Apr
Best
May
Best
Jun
Best
Jul
Avoid
Aug
Avoid
Sep
Best
Oct
Best
Nov
Best
Dec
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Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Weather and climate
Tripoli: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Shared taxis and vans run the coastal road from Beirut, about 1.5 h; within Tripoli, the old city itself is walkable but the narrow souk lanes have no vehicle access.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Near the old city
Limited hotel choice; most visitors base themselves in Beirut instead.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $20–35 excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Knafeh (sweet) portion | confirm locally |
| Shared taxi Beirut–Tripoli | confirm locally |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Check your own government's travel advisory before considering Tripoli: some neighbourhoods have seen sectarian tension.
- Go on a guided day trip from Beirut rather than exploring the old city and citadel alone.
- Dress modestly in mosques and through the conservative old city.
Emergency numbers
- Police (ISF)
- 112
- Ambulance (Lebanese Red Cross)
- 140
- Civil Defense (Fire)
- 125
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tripoli. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid)
- 0 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast
- Cost per day in 1 bands
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Guided walk of the souks and citadel
- Knafeh tasting at a known Tripoli shop
Sources
- officialLebanon Ministry of Tourism
- secondaryWikivoyage — Tripoli (Lebanon)