With some terrific day trip options available in the surrounding area, having your own car makes sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to enjoy all that Beirut, 18 miles away, has to offer. Soak up the sights beginning with Hamra Street, Le Mall Sin El Fil and Zaitunay Bay. Located 25 miles away, Baalbek is another popular choice. If you swing by, be sure to check out Baalbek Ruins, Al Moustafa Mosque and Temple of Bacchus.