Roman Baths, Beirut Overview
The Roman Baths in Beirut are the archaeological ruins of an ancient Roman Bath belonging to the 2nd Century BCE. It is located in the middle of the city between Banks Street and Capuchin Street. A medicinal plant garden is also located here.
The Roman Baths have been preserved archaeologically and often act as performance spaces reflecting their traditional use. It has four main halls, a marble pool that once served as a sauna, a large stone basin which would’ve contained cool water, and the main room and the adjoining warm room. It is most famous for the clear view of the heating system of the pools due to the demolition of the floor. The garden is built in a Mediterranean style, replete with medicinal plants often used as bathing balms. It is an exciting location to visit with historical significance, to learn about the heating system used in Ancient Rome, and to enjoy the performances held in the baths.
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