Cyprus's Best Attractions
Roman mosaics, rock-cut tombs, painted mountain churches — and what's actually worth the entry fee.
The essentials: Kourion's cliff-top Greco-Roman theatre near Limassol, the Paphos Archaeological Park's Roman floor mosaics, the underground Tombs of the Kings, and a day trip into the Troodos Mountains for UNESCO-listed painted churches and Kykkos Monastery. Entry to the big archaeological sites runs roughly €4.50–8.50 ($5–9); arrive by mid-morning in summer to beat both the heat and the cruise-excursion crowds.
Cyprus has been fought over, settled, and rebuilt by more empires than almost anywhere in the Mediterranean, and the receipts are everywhere — Roman mosaics still in the ground where they were laid, Byzantine churches painted top to bottom, medieval castles guarding harbors that are now full of yachts. Here's what's genuinely worth a slot in your itinerary, what it costs, and when to go.
Cyprus's Ancient Sites and the Troodos Mountains
Roman ruins with sea views, and a mountain range most visitors never see.
Kourion & Kolossi Castle
A Roman theatre with a sea view, and a Crusader castle, both near Limassol.
Aphrodite's Rock (Petra tou Romiou)
The mythical birthplace of Aphrodite — a genuinely striking sea stack, best at sunset.
The Blue Lagoon & Akamas Peninsula Boat Trip
Cyprus's most-booked boat trip — turquoise water and a genuinely wild coastline.
Cyprus Museum
A treasure trove of Cyprus's ancient history awaits you.
Larnaca Bay
A stunning beach paradise perfect for relaxation and fun.
Paphos Harbor
A scenic harbor that offers a blend of history and modern attractions.
Troodos Village
A quaint village surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery.
Nicosia Old Town
A vibrant area steeped in history and culture, perfect for exploration.