Things to do in Cyprus

25 things to do in Cyprus

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• Watch sunrise over Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock)

  Stand on the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite at dawn and watch the sun rise over the iconic sea stack, casting golden light across the Mediterranean.

  Paphos region

• Explore the Tombs of the Kings in Paphos

  Wander through an underground necropolis of rock-cut tombs dating back to the 4th century BC, a UNESCO World Heritage site carved into the coastal cliffs.

  Paphos

• Swim at Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa

  Dive into crystal-clear, shallow turquoise waters and lounge on powdery white sand at one of Cyprus's most famous and lively beaches.

  Ayia Napa

• Stroll through Lefkara village and watch lace-making

  Wander stone-paved alleys in the foothills of Troodos and observe women creating intricate Lefkaritika lace, a centuries-old tradition.

  Lefkara

• Hike the Aphrodite Trail in Akamas Peninsula

  Trek the 7.5 km circular route starting from the Baths of Aphrodite, passing dramatic coastal views, unspoiled maquis, and mythical ruins.

  Akamas Peninsula

• Visit Kykkos Monastery in the Troodos Mountains

  Admire the lavish gold-leaf icon of Panagia Eleousa and the monastery's rich frescoes, surrounded by pine forests at one of the island's wealthiest monasteries.

  Troodos Mountains

• Eat traditional meze at a taverna in Omodos village

  Sit under a grapevine canopy and enjoy a feast of 20+ small dishes—from grilled halloumi to slow-cooked kleftiko—paired with local wine in this wine-growing village.

  Omodos

• Discover the ancient city of Kourion

  Marvel at the exceptionally well-preserved Greco-Roman theatre perched on a coastal cliff, with a stunning backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea.

  Episkopi

• Party in Ayia Napa's nightlife district

  Join the vibrant club scene centered around the main square and Nissi Avenue, where beach bars and mega-clubs pulse with international DJs until dawn.

  Ayia Napa

• Walk the Venetian Walls of Nicosia

  Trace the impressive 16th-century star-shaped fortifications encircling the old city, now a leafy pedestrian path offering views of both sides of divided Nicosia.

  Nicosia

• Explore the ghost town of Varosha

  Step into the once-glamorous resort suburb of Famagusta, abandoned since 1974 and now partially reopened for controlled visits, revealing eerie frozen-in-time hotels.

  Famagusta

• Hike to Caledonia Waterfalls in Troodos

  Follow a shaded, fern-lined trail to the island's highest waterfall, where icy water tumbles 12 meters into a cool plunge basin, a perfect summer woodland escape.

  Troodos

• Taste Commandaria, the world's oldest named wine

  Sip the amber sweet dessert wine with a 900-year-old name in the sun-baked Crusader region around Kolossi, still made from indigenous grapes.

  Kolossi region

• Visit the Cyprus Museum in Nicosia

  Trace the island's 9000-year civilization through stunning Neolithic figurines, Bronze Age pottery, and golden jewelry from the royal tombs of Salamis.

  Nicosia

• Relax on Fig Tree Bay in Protaras

  Laze on fine golden sand with a lone fig tree on a tiny islet, surrounded by shallow, calm waters ideal for families and snorkeling.

  Protaras

• Explore Choirokoitia Neolithic Settlement

  Climb the hillside to see circular stone dwellings from the 7th millennium BC, one of the best-preserved prehistoric sites in the eastern Mediterranean and a UNESCO site.

  Choirokoitia

• See the mosaics of Paphos Archaeological Park

  Gaze at remarkably vivid Roman floor mosaics depicting mythological scenes inside the House of Dionysos, part of the ancient city's UNESCO-listed treasure.

  Paphos

• Go sea cave kayaking at Cape Greco

  Paddle into cerulean waters to explore hidden sea caves and natural arches carved from limestone at the southeastern tip of the island.

  Cape Greco

• Attend the Limassol Wine Festival

  Join thousands in the municipal gardens for a week-long celebration of Cypriot wine, with free-flowing tastings, folk dancing, and grape-stomping traditions.

  Limassol

• Climb Mount Olympus in Troodos (Chionistra)

  Reach the highest point in Cyprus at 1,952 m, where a radar dome crowns the summit and winter snow allows for rare Mediterranean skiing.

  Troodos

• Walk across the Ledra Street border crossing in Nicosia

  Pass through a checkpoint on the bustling shopping street to cross from the Republic of Cyprus into the northern part, experiencing the city's division firsthand.

  Nicosia

• Watch the sunset at the Baths of Aphrodite

  Sit by the shaded natural grotto where mythology says Aphrodite bathed, as the sky turns orange over the Chrysochou Bay and the Akamas wilderness.

  Akamas

• Visit the shipwreck MV Demetrios II near Coral Bay

  Photograph the rusty half-submerged cargo ship wrecked in 1998 and stranded just meters from shore, a dramatic and accessible coastal curiosity.

  Coral Bay

• Explore Larnaca Salt Lake and Hala Sultan Tekke

  In winter, watch flamingos feeding on the salt lake, then visit the serene mosque built on the spot of Umm Haram's death, a revered Islamic pilgrimage site.

  Larnaca

• Taste halloumi cheese at a traditional dairy in Anogyra village

  Watch fresh halloumi being folded by hand and sample the squeaky, salty cheese warm from the pot in the village renowned for its cheesemaking heritage.

  Anogyra