Like most capitals, Beirut boasts a thriving art scene. Several galleries around town sell art by established international and Lebanese artists. 

Work of the vibrant younger generation can be found all over the city; from the stencils and murals that grace the walls of every neighborhood, to the newer venues dedicated to innovative contemporary work as described below.

next to al-Mahdy Mosque

Located in al-Dahiye, the southern suburbs of Beirut, UMAM  opened its doors in ‘The Hangar’ in 2005. Already in 2006, Israeli warfare in the area forced them to cancel many scheduled projects and events....

River Bridge

In April 2004, the Art Loungewas born, occupying more than 900 square meters of gallery and cultural space and divided into a main gallery/lounge, a bar, a bookstore, a concert space and an art store....

off Corniche an Nahr. Building 13

Located southwest of Sin el Fil and just south of souq el-Ahad (the Sunday market), Beirut Art Centre is a non-profit association, space and platform dedicated to contemporary art in Lebanon. The aim of...

Spears Street 174

Also called Bayt El Arabi, the traditional Zico House with its small courtyard garden, was built in 1935. In 1999, when Beirut was selected to be the Cultural Capital of the Arab world, Zico House was...

Jisr el Wati

Located just around the corner of the Beirut Art Center, this multipurpose venue with a highly attractive large rooftop and located in an old wood factory, is dedicated to hosting progressive cultural...

 

Check the map below for an overview of all Cultural locations across Lebanon.