World by City

Temples & religious sites

Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque

Open in Maps
Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque

Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque

Located in downtown Beirut, this Sunni mosque is a prominent landmark of the city skyline, characterized by its large blue dome and tall minarets. Travelers visit the site to observe its architecture and experience one of the city's primary religious centers.

Getting There

The mosque is situated directly within the city center of Beirut. For those staying in central districts, it is accessible via a short taxi ride or a walk. Travel time from most downtown hotels is typically under 10 minutes.

Duration of Visit

Allow approximately 45 to 90 minutes to view the exterior architecture and explore the courtyard. Visitors spending more time may wish to observe the surrounding plaza.

When to Visit

The site is accessible throughout the year. To avoid the largest crowds, visit during weekday mornings. Be mindful that the area becomes busier during prayer times. Visitors should dress modestly to respect the religious nature of the site.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its central location, the mosque can be combined with several other landmarks within walking distance:

  • Maronite Cathedral of Saint George: 0.1km
  • The Egg: 0.2km
  • Martyrs' Square: 0.2km
  • Saint Elias Greek Catholic Cathedral: 0.2km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Tickets & tours

Admission prices and opening hours change often, so we don't list them here. Check what's on sale and at what price below — booking ahead can cut the queue at some places.

GetYourGuide GetYourGuide 클룩 Klook Tiqets Tiqets KKday KKday WeGoTrip WeGoTrip

This place may not appear in the results — some sites are free to enter or sell tickets only at the gate.

Stays near Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque

Sorted by distance, walkable ones first. Distances are straight-line.

Map and place data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque Nearby stays

Check prices and availability on the booking sites.

Pick your dates — we'll search Beirut hotels for you

Choose dates and guests, and the buttons below will open search results with your criteria. Prices differ between sites, so compare before you book.

View on Compare sites 부킹닷컴 View on Booking.com 호텔스닷컴 View on Hotels.com

Hotel membership

Staying at Accor hotels often? ALL Accor+ Explorer

A paid annual membership. It includes two free nights a year across Asia-Pacific, 30% off dining and 15% off drinks, and 15% off stays at more than 4,500 hotels worldwide.

Explore the membership

Itineraries including this place

2 nights, 3 days

Beirut 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

A 3-day route through Beirut grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

3 nights, 4 days

Beirut 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)

A 4-day route through Beirut grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Good to visit alongside

Maronite Cathedral of Saint George, Beirut

Temples & religious sites

Maronite Cathedral of Saint George, Beirut

The cathedral of the Maronite Catholic Church in downtown Beirut, built between 1884 and 1894. Highlights include its Neoclassical façade inspired by the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, along with a gilded coffered ceiling and marble interior decoration.

0.1 km away
The Egg, Beirut

Heritage & monuments

The Egg, Beirut

This unfinished theater building in Beirut broke ground in 1965 but was left incomplete when civil war halted construction, leaving only its distinctive dome-shaped shell standing. It's a photogenic landmark that reflects the city's history.

0.2 km away
Martyrs' Square

Parks & gardens

Martyrs' Square

This historic central square sits in the heart of downtown Beirut, Lebanon. It's a great place for a stroll amid the lively atmosphere at the city's center.

0.2 km away
Saint Elias Greek Catholic Cathedral

Temples & religious sites

Saint Elias Greek Catholic Cathedral

A Melkite Greek Catholic cathedral in downtown Beirut, notable for its Byzantine-style architecture. It was built on the site of a 19th-century monastery and fully restored after the Lebanese Civil War to its present form.

0.2 km away
Nejmeh Square

Parks & gardens

Nejmeh Square

The central square of downtown Beirut, home to the parliament building, two cathedrals, and a museum. With its Art Deco architecture mixed with cafés and restaurants, it's considered one of Beirut's signature landmarks.

0.3 km away
St. Elie and St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Catholic Cathedral

Temples & religious sites

St. Elie and St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Catholic Cathedral

This Armenian Catholic cathedral stands on Debbas Square in downtown Beirut and was built in 1928 with the support of Pope Pius XI. As the cathedral of the Armenian Catholic Patriarchate of Cilicia, it offers a look at a distinctive style of religious architecture.

0.3 km away