Tartous Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Tartous

The city's history dates back to the 2nd millennium BC when it was founded as a Phoenician colony known as Antaradus. It was a major stronghold of the Crusaders in the 11th century and remained an important commercial city during the Ottoman era and onto modern Syria. It is a major port as well as home to a Russian naval facility. Spared by the Syrian Civil War, today Tartous is a summer vacation spot for many Syrians, numerous beach hotels and resorts are dotted along the coast.

Top Attractions in Tartous

Explore the best things to see and do in Tartous:

• ★Amrit Museum
• ★Cathedral of Our Lady of Tortosa
• ★Citadel of Arwad
• ★Tartous Castle
• ★Temple of Amrit

Where to Stay in Tartous

• 🏨Daniel Hotel
• 🏨Holiday Beach Resort
• 🏨Menchie (Raffoul)
• 🏨The Republic Hotel

Tartous Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: