Cyprus

For inspiration on your next trip, look at our list of top sights and experiences in Cyprus. From UNESCO sites and popular wine routes to picturesque spots such as waterfalls, beaches, and gorges, here are the top places to visit in Cyprus.

As one of the largest islands in the Mediterranean, Cyprus is a rather varied and beautiful island to explore. Most travellers exploring Cyprus base themselves in one of the larger cities, and then do day trips to see the rest of the country, as well-connected, well-maintained highways make exploring its northern coastline easy. Best of all, Cyprus is small enough that you can easily base yourself in a single town and head on day trips from there.

Kakopetria is easily one of the best places to visit in Cyprus, especially if you are looking to explore some of the longer-term history of Cyprus. Lying within the northwest part of the island, Polis is one of the best places to visit in Cyprus if you are looking for a more peaceful getaway.

If you have time to visit just one historic site in Cyprus, then Kourion Ancient Town should be high on your list. While all the archaeological sites in Cyprus are worth visiting, Kourion is especially charming. The Kourion Archaeological Sites can be visited as part of a Cyprus Road Trip, while traveling from Paphos to Limassol (or vice versa).

The archaeological park at Kato Paphos is one of the most exciting things to do in Cyprus, regardless of if you are a history enthusiast or not. If you are looking for things to do in Cyprus and you would like to learn some history, the UNESCO world heritage site, The Tombs of Kings, is a good place to start.

Whether you would rather relax by the beach, love exploring the ancient walking trails, or find yourself lost amongst ancient archaeological sites, there is something in Cyprus for everyone. There are many wonderful historic and nature-based things to do in Cyprus, but sometimes, you just need some downtime on the beach or a peek at the local party scene. You can also golf, go snorkelling, go partying, or simply walk through the unique towns and cities dotting Cyprus. Tucked away within this relatively small country, you will find gorgeous beaches, thousands of years of history, picturesque villages, and places of stunning natural beauty.

Another of the best places to visit in Cyprus is the sprawling city of Limassol, which is also an easy base to explore the country.

It is very likely travellers landing in Cyprus will first touch down at Larnaca International Airport, whilst those choosing to head straight to the city (the country’s third largest) itself are in for a mix of ancient sites and medieval remnants, raucous, built-up beachfront promenades, and beautiful churches.

If you are going to be base camping somewhere for any length of time while driving through Cyprus, Paphos is a great choice. There are so many things to do in the historic town of Paphos, that you could easily seeing plenty of the interesting stuff, as well as giving you enough time to chill out on the southeast Mediterranean. You could spend a day exploring ancient sites in the historical city of Paphos, another taking in the beaches and nature, and still another on a day trip into the Troodos Mountains for a tasting of some Cyprus wines, visiting some magnificent monasteries, and seeing a bit of traditional village life