Taxi from Beirut to Jeita Grotto and Harissa
Jeita Grotto and the shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon in Harissa are both about half an hour north of Beirut. With a private taxi you can see both in half a day without waiting for transport between them.
The drive from Beirut to Jeita Grotto and Harissa
Both places are reached from the coastal highway north of Beirut. Jeita is in the Nahr al-Kalb valley, about 30 to 45 minutes from Beirut. Harissa sits on the hill above Jounieh, about 40 minutes away by road; you can also ride the cable car up from Jounieh, which takes about 10 minutes.
Jeita Grotto is closed on Mondays, and its opening hours change with the season. Check the hours before your day, and we plan the route around them.
Where people usually ask to go
The grotto posts its current opening days on its official Instagram.
Jeita Grotto
Limestone caves with an upper gallery you walk through and a lower one visited by boat.
Our Lady of Lebanon
The large statue and shrine in Harissa, with a wide view over the Bay of Jounieh.
The Jounieh cable car
The téléférique runs between Jounieh and Harissa, about 1.5 km over the hillside.
One way, return, or a full day
Tell us which of these fits your plans when you ask for the price. Planning Jeita, Harissa and Byblos in one day? See our day trip guide.
Half day for both
Jeita first, then Harissa, and back to Beirut in the afternoon.
Add Byblos
Byblos is further up the same coast, so you can make it a full day.
Cable car option
We can drop you at the cable car in Jounieh and meet you in Harissa.
Pick the car that fits your group
Tell us how many people are traveling and how much luggage you have.
Sedan
Up to 3 passengers with regular luggage.
Executive car
Leather seats and extra legroom for a longer, quieter ride.
Minivan
4 to 7 passengers and several suitcases. Child seats on request.
- Air conditioning, bottled water, phone charging, and Wi-Fi where coverage allows
- Licensed and insured cars, with drivers who speak Arabic and English
- Price per car, not per person. Send your date and pickup point on WhatsApp for a quote
- Pay the driver in cash, or ask on WhatsApp about another option
Questions about this route
How long is the drive from Beirut to Jeita Grotto?
Usually 30 to 45 minutes. Harissa is about 40 minutes from Beirut by road, and the two are close to each other.
Is Jeita Grotto open every day?
No. It is closed on Mondays, and hours vary by season, so check before you go.
Can I visit Jeita and Harissa on the same trip?
Yes. They are close to each other, and half a day is usually enough for both.
Can you pick me up from my hotel in Beirut?
Yes. Send your hotel name and the time you want to leave on WhatsApp.
More trips from Beirut
See all intercity rides on the Lebanon taxi page, or book an airport pickup.
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Taxi from Beirut to Faraya
About 50 to 60 km, 1 to 1.5 hours.
Taxi from Beirut to Batroun
About 55 km, around 1 hour, longer on summer weekends.
Going to Jeita and Harissa?
Send your pickup point, date, time, and number of passengers. We reply with the price and confirm the ride.