Best Things to Do in syrian

Damascus’s Old City

Damascus’s Old City is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited places, where ancient history meets everyday life. Wander through centuries-old streets filled with culture, architecture, and the timeless atmosphere of the Levant.
🌍- Location
Old City of Damascus, Damascus, Syria.
🔆- Highlights
The Umayyad Mosque.
Al-Hamidiyah Souq.
Ottoman-era courtyard houses.
Traditional cafés and hidden alleyways.

Palmyra

Palmyra is Syria’s legendary desert city, where towering columns and ancient ruins reveal the grandeur of a once-thriving crossroads of civilizations. Walking among its historic monuments offers a remarkable journey through Roman heritage and the timeless beauty of the Syrian desert.
🌍- Location
Palmyra (Tadmur), Homs Governorate, Syria.
🔆- Highlights
Great Colonnade
Roman Theatre
Temple of Bel
Desert Sunset Views

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Krak des Chevaliers

Krak des Chevaliers is a masterpiece of medieval military architecture, rising dramatically above the Syrian countryside with centuries of history carved into its stone walls. Walking through its fortified corridors and towering battlements reveals the enduring legacy of the Crusader era and the spirit of exploration.
🌍- Location
Al-Husn, Homs Governorate, Syria.
🔆- Highlights
Crusader Fortress
Stone Battlements
Grand Courtyard
Hilltop Panoramic Views

Aleppo’s Old City

Aleppo’s Old City and Citadel showcase centuries of history, featuring ancient stone streets, bustling heritage sites, and one of the Middle East’s most iconic fortresses.
Exploring this UNESCO treasure reveals a resilient city where culture, architecture, and tradition continue to shape an unforgettable visitor experience.
🌍- Location
Aleppo, Aleppo Governorate, Syria.
🔆- Highlights
Citadel of Aleppo
Great Mosque of Aleppo
Historic Souq Alleys
UNESCO Old City

The Dead Cities of Northwest Syria

The Dead Cities are a fascinating with abandoned Byzantine settlements, impressive limestone architecture, and a serene atmosphere that brings history to life in a unique way. A visit offers an exclusive cultural experience amidst ancient ruins, rolling hills, and the timeless legacy of a long-vanished civilization.
🌍 Location
Northwest Syria, Idlib/Aleppo, Syria
🔆 Highlights
1-Serjilla
2-Al-Bara
Church of Qalb Lozeh
Byzantine Ruins

Tartous and Arwad

Tartous and Arwad combine Mediterranean coastal flair with millennia of history, where historic harbors, traditional alleyways, and a relaxed atmosphere define the charm of the Syrian coast. A journey between the vibrant coastal town of Tartous and the car-free island of Arwad reveals impressive fortresses, maritime heritage, and authentic cultural encounters.
🌍- Location
Tartous and Arwad, Tartus Governorate, Syria
🔆- Highlights
Arwad Island
Arwad Fortress
Tartous Old Town, Waterfront

The budget estimates in the table are based on what tourists said in the past.

Syria’s banking system currently doesn’t support international cards or ATMs for foreign visitors, so budgeting is inseparable from carrying enough cash (typically USD or EUR) for your entire trip.

Instead of using set daily numbers that could quickly become outdated,

Where you stay ?

Damascus

The most developed base, with A range of options from

✨simple guesthouses to a handful of boutique ✨heritage hotels in restored Old City courtyard homes.

Tartous

a relaxed coastal base, increasingly used as a starting point for tourism-focused itineraries along the Mediterranean.

Aleppo

Aleppo: accommodation options are more limited while reconstruction continues; check current availability with your operator.

Best Time to Visit

Hidden Gems

• Hidden gems are worth visiting, so you should include them in your Syrian tourism program to enjoy a wonderful time seeing the most beautiful monuments and taking memorable photos – an indispensable experience.

• Arwad Island, off the coast near Tartous, Syria’s only inhabited island and a quiet contrast to the mainland’s history-heavy sites.

• The Dead Cities of the northwest, dozens of abandoned Byzantine villages scattered across olive-covered hills, rarely visited even by Syria’s small tourist numbers.

Bosra’s Roman theatre, a remarkably intact black basalt amphitheater in southern Syria, historically one of the country’s most striking and least-visited Roman sites.

• Maaloula, a mountain village where Western Aramaic, the language of Jesus’s era, is still spoken by some residents, though visits depend heavily on current access.

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Why visit syria ?

Availability and exact pricing fluctuate by season, so it’s worth comparing current listings before booking rather than relying on fixed figures.