Maronite Cathedral of Saint George, Beirut Church
Historic Maronite cathedral in Beirut's Christian quarter
Located in downtown Beirut, the Maronite Cathedral of Saint George draws visitors for liturgy and 19th‑century ecclesiastical architecture while sitting within the capital's historic centre.
Maronite Cathedral of Saint George, Beirut at a Glance#
Address: Maronite Cathedral of Saint George, Beirut Central District, Beirut Governorate, Lebanon
Hours: Open most days; services on Sundays and major feast days (check local parish times)
Admission: Free (entrance to the cathedral; donations requested)
How to Get to Maronite Cathedral of Saint George, Beirut#
The cathedral is in Beirut Central District (the downtown area) and is easily reached on foot from Nejmeh Square and other central landmarks. Local taxis and walking are the simplest ways to arrive.
Tips for Visiting Maronite Cathedral of Saint George, Beirut#
- Respect services and avoid photographing during liturgy; the cathedral is an active parish.
- Combine a visit with the nearby Roman (St. George) Maronite community landmarks in the Beirut Central District.
Best Time to Visit Maronite Cathedral of Saint George, Beirut#
The cathedral can be visited year-round; shoulder seasons are pleasant for pairing the visit with a walk through Beirut's restored central district.
Weather & Climate near Maronite Cathedral of Saint George, Beirut#
Maronite Cathedral of Saint George, Beirut's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (820 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 10° - 17° | 14° | 191 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.1h |
| February | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 138 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 108 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 14° - 23° | 18° | 49 mm | some cloud | 65% | 3.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 17° - 25° | 21° | 14 mm | mostly sunny | 60% | 3.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.8h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 28° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 57% | 3.7 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.2h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 30° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 59% | 4.1 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.0h |
| August | Ideal | 23° - 30° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 64% | 3.9 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 22° - 30° | 26° | 5 mm | clear | 63% | 3.3 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Ideal | 19° - 27° | 23° | 44 mm | mostly sunny | 62% | 2.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 15° - 23° | 19° | 107 mm | some cloud | 62% | 2.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| December | Good | 12° - 19° | 15° | 163 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
