Town in Keserwan-Jbeil Governorate, Lebanon
Is Byblos safe?
The US State Department advises against all travel to Lebanon.
Is Byblos safe?
The US State Department advises against all travel to Lebanon. Byblos is in Christian-majority Mount Lebanon, far from the southern strikes, and normally calm. Lebanon's war, protests and road closures still apply, so check news before you go.
Key facts
- SoloSquare safety rating: 2/5, high risk.
- US travel advisory: Level 4: Do not travel, updated 2026-05-05.
- Homicide rate in Lebanon: 2.2 per 100,000 people (2020, UNODC via World Bank).
- Road deaths in Lebanon: 16.4 per 100,000 people a year (2019, WHO).
- Emergency numbers: Police 112 · Ambulance 140 · Fire 175.
Safety in Byblos at a glance
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Overall | 2/5 · High risk |
| Crime | Low crime. Occasional car break-ins and petty theft; the main concerns are traffic and national instability. |
| At night | Quiet and generally safe around the harbour; streets empty outside the old centre. Arrange taxis home from restaurants. |
| Solo women | Comfortable for solo women, with a relaxed, coastal-town feel. Normal care at night and in bars. |
| Other risks | Sudden road closures and protests on the coastal highway; Strong summer sun and sea currents; Blackouts leaving streets dark |
Scams, areas and local laws
Common scams
- Taxis at the harbour quoting inflated fares to Beirut
- Restaurants adding unlisted cover or service charges
Take care
- Coastal highway to Beirut: heavy traffic and sudden closures
- Any travel toward Baalbek-Hermel, the Bekaa and the south
Calmer areas to stay
Laws visitors break by accident
- Don't photograph in Hezbollah areas or near military sites; detentions happen.
- Flying drones without permission is illegal.
- Even small amounts of drugs bring prison sentences.
How Byblos compares in Lebanon
| Place | Safety |
|---|---|
| Beirut | 2/5 · High risk |
| Byblos | 2/5 · High risk |
Quick answers
Is Byblos safe for solo female travelers?
Comfortable for solo women, with a relaxed, coastal-town feel. Normal care at night and in bars.
Is Byblos safe at night?
Quiet and generally safe around the harbour; streets empty outside the old centre. Arrange taxis home from restaurants.
What is the crime rate in Byblos?
Low crime. Occasional car break-ins and petty theft; the main concerns are traffic and national instability. Nationally, Lebanon records 2.2 homicides per 100,000 people a year (2020).
What number do I call in an emergency in Byblos?
Police 112 · Ambulance 140 · Fire 175.
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Sources
- US State Department travel advisory
- Lebanon Ministry of Tourism
- Lebanon General Security
- Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport
- World Bank: intentional homicides (UNODC)
- World Bank: road traffic deaths (WHO)
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