13 best beaches to visit in Cyprus

Ayia Napa
Ayia Napa

Resort, Sandy beach

One of the most sought-after destinations in Cyprus, Ayia Napa (sometimes also Agia Napa) offers beautiful beaches, dozens of clubs, concerts, a water park or a boat trip. [btn "Hotels and accommodation Ayia Napa" https://www.booking.com/city/cy/ayia-napa.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-kypr-ayia-napa] It is possible to book a large number of organised boat trips where you can go to see dolphins, for example. For couples in love, we recommend a…

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Nissi Beach
Nissi Beach

Sandy beach

One of the best beaches in Cyprus and a beach known all over Europe that should not be missed is Nissi Beach, about 1.5 km from the centre of Ayia Napa. Nissi Beach is a great place for lovers of well accessible beaches with full facilities, clean water and well maintained surroundings. The fine light sand Very shallow water and gradual entry into the sea without rocks Calm sea protected from the winds Dimensions approx. 400 x 50 metres …

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Connos Bay
Konnos Beach

Sandy beach

We would call this bay located about 2.5 km from the centre of Protaras a paradise on earth. This beautiful beach surrounded by cliffs and caves is located in a quiet bay with crystal clear water and the possibility to enter the water through a comfortable sandy entrance and over rocks and naturally formed pools. Fine light sand Photogenic surroundings Dimensions approx. 100 x 20 metres [btn "Hotels near Ayia Napa beach" https://www…

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Fig Tree Bay
Protaras

Resort, Sandy beach

Together with the nearby resort of Ayia Napa, Protaras is one of the most visited places in Cyprus. The lively town is especially popular with families with children for its nicely landscaped and safe beaches and sports enthusiasts. There is a plethora of water and land sports on offer here. After 8pm, the town comes alive with numerous restaurants and bars, but it is considerably quieter than the nightlife-packed Ayia Napa. [btn "Hotels by…

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Kourion
Kourion

Archaeological site, Pebble beach

Kourion is a former ancient city and today one of the most important and largest archaeological sites in Cyprus. Most of the original buildings are left with only foundations, Doric columns and archaeological excavations, the exception being the Greco-Roman theatre, which has been completely restored and still serves its original purpose today, hosting concerts, performances and other cultural events. [btn "Hotels and accommodation - Paphos"…

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Aphrodite's Rock
Petra tou Romiou

Pebble beach, Coast, Cliff

Cyprus is shrouded in many mythical legends, which are linked to ancient Greek myths and legends. One of them is the legend of the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite, who every year reemerged from the waters again and again, purified and virginal - right here, at Petra tou Romiou beach, dominated by two massive rock formations called nothing else but the Rocks of Aphrodite. Indeed, Petra tou Romiou beach itself is referred to in many guidebooks…

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Limassol
Limassol

City, Pebble beach

Cyprus' largest town, Lemesos, known in English as Limassol, is a popular beach resort and boasts a beautiful, lively pedestrian promenade along the sea. [btn "Hotels and accommodation - Limassol" https://www.booking.com/city/cy/limassol.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-kypr-limassol] The central part of the coastline near the centre of town is lined with a beautiful promenade full of palm trees, resting places and restaurants. Limassol is an ideal…

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Akamas National Park
Akamas

National Park, Valley, Coast, Sandy beach

This national park at the very northwestern tip of the island is one of the most magical places in Cyprus. You will be amazed by the wild nature, the rocky rugged coastline with its numerous overhangs and sea pools, the bare rocks of Cape Arnaoutis, which turn inland into deep densely wooded canyons and ravines with streams or small waterfalls. The whole area is a national park and its name refers to the son of Theseus, hero of the Trojan War. …

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Paphos
Paphos

Tourist town, Sandy beach, Archaeological site

The largest city and resort in western Cyprus, Paphos (spelled in Greek as Pafos) is one of the two main departure points, along with Larnaca, thanks to its international airport, Paphos PFO. [btn "Hotels and accommodation - Paphos" https://www.booking.com/city/cy/paphos.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-kypr-paphos] The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its rich ancient remains, but beach and swimming enthusiasts will also be in for a…

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Larnaca
Larnaca

City, Sandy beach

The third largest Cypriot city, Larnaca, a city of 100 thousand, invites you to visit naturally. It is here that the largest airport Larnaca LCA is located, where a large part of the flights go and therefore encourages at least a one-day stop in the city. Larnaca, Cyprus, offers entertainment, lively city life, but also beaches and sights. [btn "View hotel prices - Larnaca" https://www.booking.com/city/cy/larnaca.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p…

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Latchi
Latchi

Pebble beach

This small resort in the northwest of Cyprus attracts lovers of combined beach and nature holidays. It lies on the edge of the beautiful Akamas peninsula, on the northwestern tip of the Troodos Mountains. Not far from the centre of the town you can swim at Latsi (Latchi) beach. [btn "Hotels and accommodation Polis Chrysochous" https://www.booking.com/city/cy/polis.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-kypr-polis-chrysochous] The resort is often…

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Coral Bay
Coral Bay

Sandy beach

Coral Bay is a town about 12 km north of Paphos on the island of Cyprus. This fast growing resort is becoming increasingly popular for beach holidays close to the big city, but in a very quiet and well maintained location. The town itself consists mainly of hotels and apartments, but there are a few restaurants, a supermarket and souvenir shops. The nearby big city of Paphos can be reached within 30 minutes for more entertainment. [btn …

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Makronissos Beach
Makronissos Beach

Sandy beach

The resort of Ayia Napa in eastern Cyprus boasts many beaches, some of which are among the most famous in Cyprus. The number 1 beach is the famous Nissi Beach, however, according to many, the truly most beautiful beach in Ayia Napa is Makronissos Beach. The fine light sand Very shallow water and gradual entry into the sea without rocks Calm sea protected from the winds Dimensions approx. 200 x 150 metres [btn "Hotels near Ayia Napa beach…

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