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Cyprus

Sunny island of ruins, beaches and mountain villages.

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Cyprus is a Mediterranean island with long summers, beaches and ancient sites. It suits travellers who want sun, history and easygoing food culture. It is known for Paphos mosaics, the painted churches of the Troodos mountains and resort towns like Ayia Napa. The island is divided, with a UN buffer zone separating the Republic of Cyprus from the north.

Where to start

Top 15 things to do

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  1. The park holds Roman villas with very fine floor mosaics. The Tombs of the Kings are nearby.

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    Tip. Visit early to avoid heat.
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  2. These rock-cut tombs date from Hellenistic and Roman times. Some have columned courtyards.

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    Tip. Bring water and a hat.
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  3. Ten small churches in the Troodos have Byzantine frescoes. Their plain roofs hide rich interiors.

    1 to 2 daysTime needed
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  4. Kykkos is the richest monastery on the island, with mosaics and a museum. It sits high in the mountains.

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    Tip. Dress modestly.
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  5. Kourion is an ancient city on a cliff above the sea. Its theatre is used for summer shows.

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  6. Petra tou Romiou is a sea stack linked to Aphrodite's birth myth. It is a popular viewpoint.

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    Tip. Stop on the coast road between Limassol and Paphos.
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  7. Nissi Beach has fine sand and shallow water. Ayia Napa is known for nightlife.

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    Tip. Go early in summer.
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  8. Cape Greco is a headland with sea caves and clear water. Trails follow the cliffs.

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    Tip. Swim only in calm conditions.
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  9. Nicosia is the last divided capital in Europe, with Venetian walls. You can cross on foot at Ledra Street.

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    Tip. Carry your passport for the crossing.
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  10. Akamas is a wild peninsula with trails and the Blue Lagoon. It is protected.

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    Tip. Take a boat to the Blue Lagoon.
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  11. Choirokoitia is a Neolithic settlement with reconstructed round houses. It is among the oldest sites in the region.

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  12. Larnaca has a palm promenade and the Church of St Lazarus. Hala Sultan Tekke sits by a salt lake with flamingos in winter.

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  13. Limassol is a lively coastal city with a castle and marina. Wine villages are nearby.

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    Tip. Visit the old town near the castle.
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  14. Omodos is a wine village with a monastery and cobbled lanes. It is in the Troodos foothills.

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    Tip. Taste local Commandaria wine.
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  15. Kyrenia has a horseshoe harbour and a castle. It lies in the north, administered by the Turkish Cypriot authorities.

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Not on the map: Troodos painted churches.
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Pick your bases

Cities to visit

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PaphosDmitry Panov, CC BY 3.0
3 nights suggested

Mosaics and coast.

history, beaches · Guide coming
LimassolΣτέφανος Νικολάου, CC BY-SA 4.0
2 nights suggested

Lively coast and wine.

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LarnacaMichal Klajban, CC BY-SA 4.0
2 nights suggested

Airport city.

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Ayia Napadimitrisvetsikas1969, CC0
2 nights suggested

Beaches and nightlife.

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NicosiaPomposPompou, CC BY-SA 4.0
1 nights suggested

Divided capital.

culture · Guide coming
KakopetriaBenutzer:Coranton. Coranton at German Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0
2 nights suggested

Troodos base.

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Troodos villagesAndreas2009, CC BY-SA 3.0
2 nights suggested

Cool mountain base for churches and hiking.

hiking, villages, churches · Guide coming
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Know the map

Regions

Paphos and west

Ancient sites and wild coast.

Paphos, Akamas, Aphrodite's Rock

Troodos mountains

Cool villages and churches.

Painted churches, Kykkos, Omodos

South coast

Cities and beaches.

Limassol, Kourion, Larnaca

East

Resort beaches.

Ayia Napa, Cape Greco

Paphos and the West

Ancient ruins, cliffs and wild coast.

Paphos, Akamas, Aphrodite's Rock

Limassol and the South

City life, beaches and wine villages.

Limassol, Kourion, Omodos

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Ready-made routes

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  1. Paphos, 3 nightsMosaics and Akamas.
  2. Kakopetria, 1 nightsTroodos.
  3. Larnaca, 3 nightsNicosia and beaches.
Plan your dates

Seasons and weather

Best: April to June and September to October. Warm and sunny without peak heat.

Inland Nicosia is very hot in summer, while the Troodos mountains are cooler and can have snow in winter.

Busy and pricey. July to August. High season: crowds and the highest hotel prices. Book ahead.
Shoulder. April to June, September to October. Good weather with fewer people and better prices.
Quiet and cheaper. November to March: mild, some resorts quiet. Low season: lowest prices and few crowds, but shorter days and some places closed.

January. Quiet season. Lower prices, fewer crowds.

Usual weather in Paphos

Temperature

32°50°68°86°104°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecDaily highAverage

Rain

0.00.81.62.43.13.9JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

January

56°F daily high, 52°F average, 3.5 in

  • Warmest month July (88°F)
  • Coolest month January (52°F)
  • Wettest month December (3.6 in)
  • Driest month July (0.1 in)

Average of past years from NASA POWER, worked out at each city's position. A place far from these cities can be quite different.

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At a glance

4/5
Safety

US State Department Level 1 (exercise normal precautions); do not enter the UN buffer zone except at official crossings, and 2026 regional conflict disrupted flights.

3/5
Getting around

Buses link towns, but a car is easiest.

3/5
Value

Moderate prices.

Good to know

Entry with your passport

Entry rules depend on your passport. Members see the rules for their own passport here.

Passport and visa rules change often and without notice. Always check the official pages before you book and again before you travel.

EntryCheck current visa and entry rules on the visa information page of the High Commission of Cyprus in the UK (cyprusinuk.com) or the mission in your country, and your own government's travel advice, before you book, as rules change.
PlugsType G; 240 V, 50 Hz
Tap watersafe
TippingAbout 10 percent if service is not included.
PaymentsCards widely accepted.
Emergency112 general
EtiquetteAvoid political arguments about the division. Crossing to the north is possible at official points with ID.
What to wearCover shoulders in churches.
DrivingOn the left
Between citiesIntercity buses link main towns, but a rental car is easier for mountains. There are no trains.
Main airportsLCA, PFO
Ride appsBolt
Taste it

What to eat

HalloumiMezeSouvlakiKleftikoLoukoumadesCommandariaCypriot coffeeFresh seafood

A short history

Cyprus has been settled since the Neolithic era and was ruled by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Venetians and Ottomans. It was a British colony until independence in 1960. In 1974 a coup and Turkish military intervention led to the island's division. The Republic of Cyprus joined the EU in 2004, while the north is recognised only by Turkey.

Researched 2026-10-13. Check official sources and recent changes before you go.

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