Parks und Plätze in Beirut

Beirut's Public Spaces

Beirut’s public landscape features a mix of historic Ottoman-era gardens and French Mandate-style squares. This collection ranges from the sprawling pine forests of Horsh Beirut to the 1930s radial architecture of Nejmeh Square. These spaces highlight the city's architectural evolution, serving as vital urban lungs and commemorative landmarks like Martyrs' Square and the Jesuit Garden, which preserves Roman archaeological remains beneath its walking paths.

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Nejmeh Square

Central hub of Beirut's downtown, featuring the 1930s Rolex clock tower and the Lebanese Parliament building. Its radial street design was established during the French Mandate.

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Martyrs Square

Martyrs' Square, historically known as "Al Burj" or "Place des Cannons", is the historical central public square of Beirut, Lebanon.Like…

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Gibran K. Gibran

The Gibran Khalil Gibran Garden is a 6,000-square-meter public garden in the Centre Ville area of Beirut, Lebanon, facing the UN House, the…

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Horsh Beirut

Horsh Beirut is an urban park in the heart of the capital of Lebanon, Beirut. The urban park is also known as Horsh El Snaubar.

Sanayeh Parc - René Moawad Garden

Beirut’s oldest public garden, established in 1907 by the Ottoman governor. It features a central fountain, paved walking paths, and mature trees across 22,000 square meters.

Al-Quds Square

A small urban square located in the Ras Beirut neighborhood.

Place Omar Daouk

Landscaped square in the Mina el Hosn district, named in honor of the former Lebanese Prime Minister and philanthropist.

Moufti Hassan Khaled Garden

Public green space in the Tallet el Khayat area, dedicated to the memory of Lebanon's former Grand Mufti.

Cheikh Sobhi El-Saleh

Small neighborhood park situated in the Verdun district.

Place Henri Dunant

Urban square in the Verdun area, named after the founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross.

Jamal Abdel Nasser Square

A public square located at a major intersection in the Mazraa district.

William Hawi garden

Neighborhood park located in the Geitawi area of Achrafieh.

Jesuit Garden

Achrafieh park housing a public library. The grounds are built over ancient Roman ruins and feature shaded benches and play areas.

Syoufi garden

Located on a hill in Achrafieh, this park is known for its mature trees and views of the Beirut River and Mount Lebanon.

Sassine Square

A central landmark and commercial hub in Achrafieh, serving as a primary intersection and public gathering point.

Place Béchara El-Khoury

Named after the first president of independent Lebanon, this major square is located along the historic Green Line.

Walid Eido garden

Local neighborhood park located in the Moseitbeh district.

Haoud Al Wilaya Park

Historic public garden in the Basta neighborhood, dating back to the late Ottoman era.

Ghobayri Municipality Park

Municipal green space and playground located in the Ghobayri district of southern Beirut.