Travel advice: most governments advise against travel. Check your government’s current advice before considering a trip.
Libya’s Roman and Greek sites, such as Leptis Magna, Sabratha and Cyrene, are extraordinary. Instability means most governments currently advise against all travel. Check your government’s advice before considering a trip.
Did you know? Leptis Magna, on the coast east of Tripoli, is one of the most complete Roman cities to survive.
Travel advice: Most governments currently advise against all or most travel here. Check your government’s advice before considering a trip.
Known for
- Leptis Magna
- Sabratha
- Ghadames old town
- The Akakus mountains
Did you know?
Leptis Magna, on the coast east of Tripoli, is one of the most complete Roman cities to survive.
Before you go
- Visas: rules depend on your passport and change often. Check Libya’s official immigration website and see our visa guide.
- Health: see a travel clinic about vaccines and malaria. Read our health guide.
- Safety: read your government’s current travel advice for Libya.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Libya?
Tripoli.
What currency does Libya use?
Libyan dinar.
What languages are spoken in Libya?
Arabic.
When is the best time to visit Libya?
Oct to Apr.
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