Frequently Asked Questions:

How can I reach Mleeta from Beirut?

The best way to go from Beirut to Mleeta is:
-1- There is an area called Jna'h in Beirut. In that area, near the Kuwaiti embassy, there is a group of parking vans that take passengers to the south. Take the van to Nabatiye city and tell the driver to drop you at Habboush Bridge, do not go all the way to Nabatiye. The cost per passenger for this first ride is about 4$.
-2- Once you've reached Habboush Bridge, from there you have to take another car all the way to Mleeta. Make sure you tell the driver to take you up to the site and not let you off at the main road since the private road from the main road is very long to the site.

What is the cost of transport?

The van from Beirut to Habboush Bridge should cost about $4; and the taxi from Habboush Bridge to Mleeta should cost $10-15.

How long does it take to reach Mleeta from Beirut?

Nonstop drive should take about 80 minutes.

What are the opening hours?

The site opens from 09:00 am until sunset.

What is the price for an entry ticket?

The cost is 2000 Lebanese Pounds per person and 1000 Pounds for children below the age of ten.

How can I reach Mleeta from Beirut with my own car?

You can reach Mleeta from Beirut with your own car according to the following route: Beirut Saida Nabatiye Highway Habboush Bridge Arab Salim Jarjou Ein Bouswar Mleeta.

There is another way from Said to Mleeta as the maps show below:

Map showing the road from Beirut to Mleeta

Map showing the road from Saida to Mleeta

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