Cyprus
What you need to know before you go
Cyprus enjoys year-round sunshine, which means your days will likely be spent outdoors on pristine beaches or up lush mountains. Diving enthusiasts should head to the south of Cyprus to check out the Larnaca’s many dive sites. Depending on where you go, you’ll find the wreck of a WWII-era gunboat, an artificial reef, or a sea cave – all of which are home to abundant marine life.
Cyprus is known as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite, and there are plenty of historical sites dating back to the New Stone Age. Relive history by visiting the island’s many UNESCO-listed sites, Neolithic settlements, Greek temples, and Byzantine churches. For a bit of history mixed with romance, the 16th-century Limassol Castle and Aphrodite’s Rock are must-sees in Cyprus.
Top destinations in Cyprus
Where will you go next?Ayia Napa, in the east of Cyprus, is famous for its beaches and its nightclubs. Since the 1990s, it’s been one of the Mediterranean’s immensely popular party destinations, attracting crowds of young clubbers from across the continent every year. The area’s rocky coastline is dotted with sandy shores in little coves, offering a choice of great places to swim and...
Read morePaphos is one of the main tourist hubs in Cyprus. There are technically 2 hubs – the Old Town and New Paphos, which is also known as Kato Paphos. The latter is the main resort area, being right on the beach and hosting a great selection of bars and souvenir shops. There are a few historical gems by the coast, too...
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What to see & do in Cyprus
Featured stories & fun stuff8 Best Cyprus Towns and Resorts
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Where & what to eat in Cyprus
5 Best Restaurants in Ayia Napa
Ayia Napa offers a wealth of delicious dining options, making it a great town for travelling foodies to get an authentic taste of Cypriot cuisine. It places a high emphasis on tradition, locally-grown ingredients and the social aspect of...5 Best Restaurants in Paphos
Paphos’ food scene is highly influenced by the geography of the region. The city’s regional ingredients range from olives to oranges, almonds to apples. However, while the delicious food you’ll find on menus all across Paphos certainly create an enjoyable...
Where to shop & what to buy in Cyprus
5 Best Places to Go Shopping in Paphos
The Paphos shopping scene keeps many holidaymakers coming back and provide a break from its beautiful beaches and heritage sites. Paphos was selected as a European Capital of Culture in 2017, and shops in Paphos are eager to showcase local...5 Best Places to Go Shopping in Ayia Napa
Ayia Napa may be known for its beaches and nightlife, but shopping is an inevitable part of the travel experience here. Stores in Ayia Napa are spread out across the main square district, and visitors can’t help but be drawn...
Where to go & what to do at night in Cyprus
10 Best Nightlife in Ayia Napa
Ayia Napa is Cyprus' premier party city and probably the rowdiest resort on the Mediterranean Sea. It has an array of boozy bars to wet your whistle in and debaucherous discos for getting down. The wild reputation of its booming after-dark scene draws in scores of young crowds between April and October every year. Perhaps the resort's biggest drawcard...