BEACHES & COAST
Alagadi Beach (Turtle Beach, north)
Beach
A secluded beach in northern Cyprus protected as a nesting site for Caretta caretta sea turtles. Organized security patrols at night.
🟢 Low
Beach Agia Thekla
Beach
A quieter and less touristy beach between Ayia Napa and Larnakoya with nice water and a small chapel carved into the rock.
🟢 Low
Beach Ammos tou Kambouri
Beach
A hidden wild beach in the bay of Cape Greco accessible only by a narrow footpath. Incredibly clear water and an isolated atmosphere for those looking for peace.
🟢 Low
Beach Aphrodite Hills
Beach
An exclusive beach at the luxury Aphrodite Hills resort with great infrastructure and clear water. The surroundings offer a golf course with a view of the sea.
🟡 Medium
Beach Coral Bay
Beach
A popular semi-circular beach north of Paphos with blue flags and plenty of facilities. A quieter alternative to crowded resort beaches.
🟡 Medium
Beach Fig Tree Bay
Beach
The main beach of Protaras with fine white sand and calm shallow sea, ideal for families with children. Blue flag awarded beach with all facilities.
🔴 High
6Beach Governor's Beach
Beach
A dramatic beach with white chalk cliffs and a dark pebble coast east of Limassol. Picturesque still life with several fishing taverns.
🟢 Low
20Beach Konnos
Beach
Sheltered cove beach in Cape Greco Bay with golden sand and calmer waters. Surrounded by pine forest, excellent for snorkeling.
🟡 Medium
Beach Lordos Beach (Larnaca)
Beach
A quiet sandy beach in the north of Larnaca, less frequented and popular with locals. Calm waters ideal for families with children.
🟢 Low
Beach Mackenzie (Larnaca)
Beach
A popular city beach near Larnaca with a view of landing planes and a lively promenade full of tavernas. Sandy beach with good facilities.
🟡 Medium
Beach Makronissos
Beach
An attractive beach on the edge of Ayia Napa with white sand, clear water and close to tavernas and shops. Less chaotic than Nissi Beach.
🟡 Medium
Beach Nissi Beach
Beach
The most famous beach of Cyprus at Ayia Napa - white sand, shallow turquoise water and a lively atmosphere. Very crowded in summer, ideal for young tourists.
🔴 High
7Beach Pissouri
Beach
A quiet pebbly cove surrounded by steep limestone cliffs near the picturesque village of Pissouri. Clear water, excellent for snorkeling and diving.
🟢 Low
Blue Lagoon Akamas
Beach
Clear turquoise lagoon at the tip of the Akamas Peninsula, accessible by boat or ATV. One of the most beautiful natural corners of Cyprus.
🔴 High
Diving in Cyprus
Beach
One of the most beautiful and remote beaches of Cyprus on the northern tip of the Karpaz - golden sand and clear water without crowds of tourists.
🟢 Low
5Lara Beach (Turtle Beach)
Beach
A secluded beach on the Akamas Peninsula where the rare sea turtles Caretta caretta and Chelonia mydas nest. Access by dirt road only, wilderness at its best.
🟢 Low
Rock of Aphrodite (Petra tou Romiou)
Beach
The legendary birthplace of the goddess Aphrodite - a rocky outcrop jutting out of the turquoise sea. A picturesque pebble beach surrounded by dramatic cliffs.
🔴 High
Blue Lagoon (Akamas)
Snorkel spot
The most famous snorkeling spot in Cyprus - the turquoise lagoon in the Akamas nature reserve with underwater caves.
🔴 High
Cyclops Cave (Cape Greko)
Snorkel spot
An underwater cave at Cape Greko with a fascinating rock arch - one of the island's most iconic dive sites.
🟡 Medium
Fig Tree Bay
Snorkel spot
A shallow beach with a small island - easy to snorkel with rich underwater vegetation and colorful fish.
🔴 High
Governor's Beach
Snorkel spot
White cliffs contrasting with dark sand – interesting rock formations and shoals of fish underwater.
🟡 Medium
Green Bay (Protaras)
Snorkel spot
A rocky cove with underwater caves and rich marine fauna – popular with divers and snorkelers.
🟢 Low
Konnos Bay
Snorkel spot
A sheltered bay between the rocks at Cape Greko with clear water and underwater rock formations.
🟡 Medium
NATURE
Ayia Napa Sea Caves
River & waterway
A dramatic limestone gorge on the edge of the Akamas Peninsula with naturally formed rock formations and a rapid. The transition takes about 2 hours.
🟡 Medium
Caledonia Waterfall
River & waterway
The highest waterfall in Cyprus (12 m) hidden in the green gorge of the Troodos mountains. Accessible by a pleasant 3 km trail along the Kryos mountain stream.
🟢 Low
Adonis Baths
Nature
A charming botanical garden near Paphos with tropical plants, waterfalls and bizarre trees from around the world. A pleasant refreshment from the summer heat.
🟢 Low
Akamas Peninsula
Nature
The most preserved natural area in Cyprus - wild nature, endemic plants, sea turtles and secluded bays. Accessible by foot, 4x4 or boat.
🟡 Medium
8Akrotiri Salt Lake
Nature
The largest salt lake in Cyprus at the British base of Akrotiri, breeding ground for wintering flamingos and other rare birds. An excellent place for ornithologists.
🟢 Low
Ayia Napa Marine Park
Nature
A new underwater park in Ayia Napou with artificially sunken sculptures and an attractive bay for snorkeling and diving. Modern tourist attraction.
🟡 Medium
Ayia Napa – Sea Caves
Nature
Fascinating sea caves and rock arches on the north coast of Cape Greco - popular with photographers and kayakers. Clear water and dramatic rocks.
🟡 Medium
Cape Aspro Viewpoint
Nature
A dramatic white limestone cliff face falling directly into the sea between Limasso and Paphos. The sea views are stunning, popular with photographers.
🟢 Low
Cape Greco National Park
Nature
A dramatic limestone headland on the south-eastern tip of Cyprus with natural sea caves and clear water. Popular spot for snorkeling, diving and hiking.
🟡 Medium
Cyprus Donkey Sanctuary
Nature
The wildest and most remote part of Cyprus - a long peninsula with wild donkeys, empty beaches and preserved nature. A true paradise for nature lovers.
🟢 Low
Larnaka Salt Lake
Nature
One of the largest salt lakes in the Mediterranean, home to thousands of pink flamingos in winter. In the summer it turns into a white salt wasteland, still breathtaking.
🟡 Medium
Paphos Zoo
Nature
A modern zoo near Paphos with over 1,500 animals including giraffes, tigers and zebras. Friendly environment for family trips.
🟡 Medium
Polis Chrysochous
Nature
Mountain botanical garden near Troodos with endemic Cypriot plants, old cedars and picturesque nature. Perfect for naturalists.
🟢 Low
Protaras Fig Tree Bay
Nature
A romantic natural spring in dense vegetation on the Akamas peninsula, where, according to legend, Aphrodite bathed. The starting point of the Aphrodite trail.
🟡 Medium
Stavros tis Psokas (Mouflon Reserve)
Nature
A mountain station in the Paphos Forest Reserve, home to the endemic Cyprus mouflon (Ovis orientalis ophion). Forest hiking trails and breeding station.
🟢 Low
Troodos – Mount Olympos (1952 m)
Nature
The highest point of Cyprus with a panoramic view of the entire island. Skiing in the winter, hiking in the summer through a forest full of cedars and pines.
🟡 Medium
CULTURE & HISTORY
Agia Solomoni Cave Church (Paphos)
Historic site
An underground cave church carved out of limestone in Paphos, decorated with frescoes and a wishing tree. According to tradition, Agia Solomoni and her children hid here.
🟡 Medium
12Agios Neophytos Monastery
Historic site
One of the best-preserved medieval fortified cities in the world with Venetian walls and dozens of Gothic churches. Once one of the richest cities in the Mediterranean.
🟡 Medium
Akrotiri
Historic site
British military base on the Akrotiri peninsula, access to the public salt lake and nature reserve is possible. Interesting historical context.
🟢 Low
Ancient Salamis
Historic site
A huge complex of ancient ruins of the largest ancient city of Cyprus with an amphitheater, gymnasium, baths and basilicas. History from the Greeks to Byzantium.
🟡 Medium
Ayia Napa
Historic site
Picturesque Benedictine monastery from the 15th century. carved out of a rock outcropping, surrounded by a fountain and old plane trees. An oasis of calm in a tourist center.
🟡 Medium
13Bellapais Monastery
Historic site
Gothic cathedral from the 14th century. rebuilt after the Ottoman conquest into a mosque. The facade is reminiscent of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Reims, the monumental interior.
🟡 Medium
Capo Greco Diving
Historic site
A popular mountain village in the northern Troodos with old stone houses along the Kargotis River. Restaurants and cafes by the stream, excellent for relaxing.
🟡 Medium
Choirokoitia – Neolithic Settlement (UNESCO)
Historic site
One of the most important prehistoric settlements in the Middle East dating back to the 7th millennium BC, listed on the UNESCO list. Reconstruction of round houses.
🟢 Low
Cyprus Museum (Nicosia)
Historic site
A sacred Orthodox monastery at the very tip of the Karpaz peninsula, restored after decades of decay. Place of pilgrimage and legend of St. Andrew.
🟢 Low
EOKA Museum (Ledra Palace)
Historic site
Museum dedicated to the struggle for Cypriot independence EOKA from the 1950s. in the building by the Green Line. A look at Cyprus' modern history.
🟢 Low
4Famagusta Musalla Mosque
Historic site
One of the many Gothic and Ottoman monuments of the walled city of Famagusta showing a rich layered history.
🟢 Low
14Famagusta Old City
Historic site
Mysterious abandoned quarters of a once luxurious seaside resort closed after 1974. Partially accessible from 2020, a chilling atmosphere of a forsaken world.
🟡 Medium
Hala Sultan Tekke (Larnaca)
Historic site
The fourth holiest place in the Islamic world - the mosque and tomb of Umm Haram bint Milhan, the Prophet Muhammad's aunt. On the shore of a salt lake.
🟡 Medium
16Hala Sultan Tekke Mosque
Historic site
The richest collection of Cypriot antiquities from the Neolithic to the Byzantine era. The famous clay army from Agia Irini and unique gold jewelry.
🟡 Medium
Icon Museum at Chrysorrogiatissa Monastery
Historic site
Monastery from the 12th century hidden in the virgin hills of Troodos with an excellent museum of Byzantine icons and its own wine production.
🟢 Low
Kolossi Castle
Historic site
The richest and most famous Orthodox monastery of Cyprus from the 11th century, hiding the icon of the Virgin Mary attributed to St. Luke. Golden Byzantine mosaics.
🔴 High
Kostel Panagia Forviotissa (Asinou)
Historic site
A small church from the 12th century. with some of the most beautiful Byzantine frescoes in the world, registered on the UNESCO list. Prior appointment required for entry.
🟢 Low
Kostel sv. Lazara (Larnaca)
Historic site
Byzantine church from the 9th century built over the grave of St. Lazarus, resurrected by Jesus. Magnificent iconostasis and golden icons.
🟡 Medium
9Kourion
Historic site
One of the most important ancient cities of Cyprus with an admirably preserved Roman theater above the sea. The views of the sea are unbeatable, the theater still in operation.
🟡 Medium
19Kykkos Monastery
Historic site
An imposing medieval castle above the idyllic harbor of Kyrenia in northern Cyprus. Inside a unique museum with an ancient ship 2400 years old.
🔴 High
Larnaca
Historic site
A small Ottoman fort from 1625 guarding the port of Larnaca with a museum of medieval sites. From the terrace a view of the sea and the Phinikoudes promenade.
🟢 Low
Ledra Street
Historic site
The main crossing of the UN Green Line dividing Nicosia, Cyprus. A unique experience – crossing the border of two worlds and their intermingling on Ledra street.
🟡 Medium
Lefkara Village
Historic site
An ancient Phoenician and Greek city east of Limassol with an acropolis, temples and marketplace. One of the six ancient kingdoms of Cyprus.
🟢 Low
Lefkara Wine Village
Historic site
A picturesque mountain village famous for traditional lace (lefkaritika) and silver jewelry. It is said that Leonardo da Vinci himself bought the lace here.
🟡 Medium
Lefkosia
Historic site
A large han (caravanseray) from the Ottoman period converted into an artisan center with studio, galleries and café. One of the most beautiful Ottoman buildings on the island.
🟡 Medium
Machairas Monastery
Historic site
Byzantine monastery from the 12th century in the hills of northeastern Troodos, holding an icon of the Virgin Mary. The center of worship of the national hero Grigoris Afxentiou.
🟡 Medium
Museum of National Struggle (Nicosia)
Historic site
Museum dedicated to the struggle for the independence of Cyprus 1955-1959 in the grounds of the old police station. Documents, photographs and exhibits from the era of British colonial rule.
🟢 Low
Old Paphos – Sanctuary of Aphrodite (Kouklia)
Historic site
The ruins of the most famous sanctuary of Aphrodite in the ancient world at Kouklia - the center of the cult of the goddess of love. A museum with exceptional exhibits.
🟢 Low
Omodos Village
Historic site
One of the most beautiful mountain villages of Cyprus with cobbled streets, vineyards and the monastery of Timios Stavros. Great local wines and traditional sweets.
🟡 Medium
15Othello Castle (Famagusta)
Historic site
The last divided capital of the world with 16th century Venetian walls, lively bazaars and great museums. The UN Green Line divides the city into two parts.
🟡 Medium
Paphos
Historic site
Monastery from the 12th century with cave cells carved out of limestone by the hands of St. A neophyte. The Byzantine frescoes in the enclister are extremely valuable.
🟡 Medium
1Paphos Archaeological Park
Historic site
Medieval fortress of the Johannites from the 15th century, center of production of the famous sweet wine Commandaria. A well-preserved tower overlooking the surrounding vineyards.
🟢 Low
11Paphos Byzantine Castle
Historic site
A Byzantine-medieval castle in the heart of Limassol, where, according to legend, Richard the Lionheart was married. Today it houses the Museum of the Cypriot Middle Ages.
🟡 Medium
18Paphos – Archaeological Park (UNESCO)
Historic site
A UNESCO World Heritage Site with beautifully preserved Roman mosaics from the House of Dionysus, Theseus and Aion. The mosaics are among the most beautiful in the entire Mediterranean.
🔴 High
17Paphos – Pillar of St. Paul
Historic site
The ancient column where, according to tradition, the apostle Paul was scourged during his missionary stay in Cyprus. In the Paphos Archaeological Park.
🟡 Medium
3Platres
Historic site
The easternmost of the three medieval castles in the Kyrenia Mountains in northern Cyprus with breathtaking views of the Karpaz and Famagusta Gulf.
🟢 Low
Shipwreck Museum
Historic site
In the fortress of Kyrenia there is a museum that preserves the world's oldest preserved merchant ship (4th century BC) with a cargo of wine and almonds.
🟡 Medium
Temple of Apollo Hylates
Historic site
An ancient Greek temple dedicated to Apollo in the sacred grove near Kourion, dated to the 8th century. BC Preserved columns and foundations of buildings.
🟢 Low
10Tombs of the Kings (Paphos)
Historic site
An impressive underground burial ground of the Hellenistic and Roman eras carved out of the living rock near Paphos. Columned halls and rich decorations fascinate.
🟡 Medium
2Troodos Mountains
Historic site
The ruins of a Byzantine castle on the rocky ridge of the Kyrenia mountain range at an altitude of 954 m. Fantastic view of the Kyrenia coast and Nicosia.
🟢 Low
Troodotissa Monastery
Historic site
Orthodox monastery from the 13th century dedicated to the Virgin Mary, hidden in a dense pine forest on the southern slopes of Troodos. A revered icon and a peaceful atmosphere.
🟢 Low
UNESCO
Historic site
A UNESCO-listed group of ten painted Byzantine churches in the Troodos Mountains. Exceptional frescoes from the 11th–16th centuries. desk in unique mountain churches.
🟢 Low
Venetian Walls of Nicosia
Historic site
Byzantine Monastery of St. Barnabas in the northern part of Cyprus near ancient Salamis, today a museum of icons and antiquities. Picturesque monastery complex.
🟢 Low
ACTIVITIES & LOCAL
Aphrodite Hills Golf Resort
Activity
Prestigious golf course overlooking the sea near Paphos, rated as one of the most beautiful in Europe. A luxury resort with top services.
🟡 Medium
Aphrodite Trail (Akamas)
Activity
A scenic 7.5 km circular hiking route of the Akamas Peninsula via the Baths of Aphrodite and Pyrgos tis Rigainas. Sea views and endemic flora.
🟢 Low
Fasouri Watermania (Limassol)
Activity
A large water park near Limassol with waves, water slides and children's sections. A popular trip for families with children in the hot Cypriot summer.
🔴 High
Jeep Safari – Troodos & Akamas
Activity
Popular off-road vehicle trips to mountain villages, wine regions and inaccessible natural corners of Troodos or Akamasu.
🟡 Medium
Kapo Greco
Activity
Romantic walk to the rock arches and sea bridge at Cape Greco - popular with couples. Beautiful sunset over the sea.
🟡 Medium
Kitesurfing – Kiti (Larnaca)
Activity
The best place for kitesurfing and windsurfing in Cyprus thanks to the regular lines at Kiti Beach near Larnaca. Schools and facilities available.
🟡 Medium
Ktima Gerolemo Winery
Activity
Premium Cypriot wine cellars in the village of Agios Amvrosios with vineyard tours and wine tastings of the endemic Maratheftiko variety.
🟢 Low
Kyrenia
Activity
The most picturesque port of Cyprus with Venetian buildings, taverns and fishing boats. One of the most photographed views on the entire island.
🔴 High
Limassol Marina
Activity
Modern harbor and promenade with restaurants, boutiques and cruises. A stylish meeting place for the cream of Cyprus and tourists.
🔴 High
Limassol Municipal Cultural Centre
Activity
A cultural and arts center in Limassol's Old Port with galleries, theater and summer festivals. The annual Limassol Wine Festival is legendary.
🟡 Medium
Madari Ridge – Artemis Trail
Activity
A popular 12 km circular route in the central Troodos with views of the whole island. Forest path around the Adelphi peak (1612 m).
🟢 Low
Nicosia – Omeriye Hamam
Activity
Historic Ottoman baths from the 16th century. in the center of Nicosia, still in operation as a luxury wellness centre. A unique experience with a traditional Turkish bath.
🟡 Medium
Port of Latchi (Akamas)
Activity
A picturesque harbor near Paphos, starting point for boat trips to the Blue Lagoon and Akamas. Fish restaurant and sale of fresh catch.
🟡 Medium
Tochni Village — agrotourism
Activity
A picturesque mountain village with traditional stone houses converted into hostels. A model of successful Cypriot agritourism, peace and authentic culture.
🟢 Low
Troodos
Activity
A popular 14 km route around the peak of Olympos in a pine forest with views of the valley. Reasonably challenging for the average tourist.
🟢 Low
Waterworld Ayia Napa
Activity
One of the largest water parks in Europe with a Greek mythological theme, dozens of water slides and attractions for the whole family. Great fun in the summer heat.
🔴 High
Cyprus Carob Museum & Shop
Local producer
Traditional carob mill turned museum. Cyprus was once the world's largest carob exporter. Products: carob syrup, powder, chocolate, spirits.
🟢 Low
Halloumi Farm Pitsilia
Local producer
Traditional cheese dairy in the Troodos foothills. Watch halloumi being made by hand. Direct sale of fresh and matured halloumi.
🟢 Low · morning visit
KEO Winery – Commandaria
Local producer
Historic winery producing Commandaria — the world's oldest named wine (since 800 BC). Museum, cellar tours, tasting.
🟡 Medium · tours daily
Lofou Village – Zivania Distillery
Local producer
Family distillery producing Zivania — traditional Cypriot spirit (PDO) distilled from grape pomace. Tasting and direct sale.
🟢 Low
Vouni Panayia Winery
Local producer
Small winery reviving indigenous Cypriot grape varieties (Xynisteri, Maratheftiko). Mountain village setting, stunning views. Wine tasting.
🟢 Low
GETTING THERE
Airport Larnaca (LCA)
Transport
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Airport Paphos (PFO)
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