{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/lebanon/baalbek","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T18:18:09.212Z","place":{"city":"Baalbek","country":"Lebanon","countryCode":"LB","lat":34.00583,"lon":36.21806},"safety":{"score":18,"level":"HIGH_RISK","answer":"Elevated risk — reconsider","saferThanPctOfCountries":6,"confidence":0.85,"caps":[{"max":18,"reason":"Level 4 advisory — \"Do Not Travel\""}],"databaseScore":18,"travellerSentiment":{"score":49,"label":"Very Negative","summary":"Traveler sentiment is extremely negative due to widespread government advisories against travel and reports of escalating conflict in the region, making any visit highly inadvisable.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":15,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":62,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":49,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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The region has been subject to airstrikes, and there are broader concerns about political instability and rule of law.","robberyRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While specific robbery statistics for Baalbek are not available, the general crime index for Lebanon is moderate, and the homicide rate is higher than many Western countries. The presence of armed groups and ongoing conflict can increase risks."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"Pickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur in crowded areas, though the primary safety concerns in Baalbek are related to conflict and security."},"safeAreas":[],"avoidAreas":["Bekaa Valley (region around Baalbek)","Outskirts of Baalbek"],"scams":["While not specifically reported for Baalbek, be aware of potential scams related to inflated prices for goods and services, especially in tourist-adjacent areas, and be cautious of unsolicited offers of assistance.","Given the security situation, be wary of individuals who seem overly interested in your travel plans or personal details."],"zones":[{"name":"Baalbek Historic Site","level":"caution","note":"While a UNESCO World Heritage site, it has been subject to conflict-related incidents."},{"name":"Baalbek City Center","level":"caution","note":"General urban area with moderate crime risks and potential for unrest."},{"name":"Outskirts of Baalbek","level":"avoid","note":"Areas outside the main city may have increased security risks and limited services."},{"name":"Bekaa Valley (region around Baalbek)","level":"avoid","note":"The wider region has experienced significant conflict and security operations."}]}}