About Latakia
Latakia is one of Syria's major cities, home to around 709,000 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Latakia
1
National Museum of Latakia
2
Ruins of Ugarit
3
Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
4
National Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Latakia
5
Qala'at Saladin, or Saladin Castle
6
Free public beach near Al Siwar
7
Free public beach near South Corniche Park
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Resort hotels in the north (Le Meridien, Cote d'Azur Cham)
Budget travel
Free things to do in Latakia
Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
National Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Latakia
Free public beach near Al Siwar
Free public beach near South Corniche Park
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit National Museum of Latakia
- Visit Ruins of Ugarit
- Visit Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
- Eat at Al Siwar
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit National Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Latakia
- Visit Qala'at Saladin, or Saladin Castle
- Visit Free public beach near Al Siwar
- Eat at Spiro
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Free public beach near South Corniche Park
- Visit Resort hotels in the north (Le Meridien, Cote d'Azur Cham)
- Visit Afamia
Where to eat
Al Siwar
Spiro
Where to stay
- Saladin Hotel and Hostel
- Safwan Hotel
- Hotel an-Nour
- Afamia Hotel Resort
- Cote d'Azur Cham Hotel
Nightlife
- View Restaurant
Museums & culture
- National Museum of Latakia
- Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
- National Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Latakia
- Qala'at Saladin, or Saladin Castle
In pictures
Latakia gallery
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