Cyprus is a beautiful island, with many places to visit and things to do. It has a long coastline with sandy beaches and warm water, which makes it perfect for swimming or laying out on the beach. Whether you’re looking to relax at one of its many beaches or want some nightlife, Cyprus has something for everyone.
It doesn’t matter if you are alone or with your family, or you have a loved one, do not wait for a specific occasion, buy a ticket for yourself, your loved ones and go to Cyprus! And we will tell you what you can do here :).
Beaches
There are a lot of beaches on this island that you can visit. Here are some of the most popular ones: Larnaca beaches, Protaras Beaches, Ayia Napa Beaches, Paralimni Beaches.
All these beaches are located on the southern coast, which makes them perfect for swimming in warm waters during the summer months. Many tourists choose Cyprus as their holiday destination because it has plenty to offer!
You can find all the information about different beaches in this article.
Water park
Did you know that Cyprus has the biggest water park in Europe? The Fasouri Watermania is located near Limassol and it’s perfect for those who want to have fun during their summer holidays. Families with children will surely love this place as they can choose from a variety of pools, slides, restaurants, and bars! We made a list of the best water parks in Cyprus for you. Come and read ;).
Cyprus nightlife
Cyprus is not only famous for its beautiful beaches and warm weather, but also because of the vibrant nightlife. A lot of tourists visit Cyprus during the summer months just to party at one of their many bars or clubs! You can find a list with some suggestions here.
Diving and snorkeling
If you love water sports, then diving on this island is the perfect activity for you! There are plenty of opportunities to go scuba diving or snorkeling. Many tourists choose Paphos as their destination because it has a lot of dive centers that can offer all these activities at affordable prices.
Boat trip
Another great activity is taking a boat trip from one of its many ports. There are so many beautiful places that you can visit by boat like the Akamas Peninsula, where there are some beautiful secluded beaches! Also do not forget to make a stop at one of its many wine yards.
Turkish Cyprus
The northern part of Cyprus is called Turkish Cyprus and it’s also a popular destination for tourists. Beaches there are not as famous as those on the southern coast but they’re still worth visiting! Read more about the Turkish side here.
Varosha
Do you want to see what a ghost town looks like? Then Varosha is the perfect attraction for you. Located in Famagusta, this city has been abandoned since 1974 when it was occupied by Turkish soldiers during the invasion of Cyprus. Today, tourists are allowed to enter. We love this place and we would like to share with you our experience of visiting Varosha.
Casino in Cyprus
Lovers of gambling in Cyprus will also have something to do. Since there are many casinos located here, as in the Turkish part of Cyprus, and since 2018 in southern Cyprus. We have tried to describe the most important moments of visiting a casino here.
Cyprus for food lovers
Cyprus is also known for its amazing food. A lot of people love to visit Cyprus because it has international cuisine with a Greek touch! There’s nothing better than eating some good food while enjoying the beautiful weather! If you’re looking for a place to eat, then be sure that one of these restaurants won’t disappoint.
Animals on the island
If you’re a fan of animals, then Cyprus is the perfect country for you! It’s home to many species that have been extinct from other parts of Europe. There are also zoos and safaris where you can see some exotic animals as well as animal sanctuaries. Actually, we don’t like zoos so much, so we are not visiting them too often. But for people like us, there is a lot of animals outside of zoos.
Cyprus cats
The island is famous also for cats. There are so many cats, that sometimes we are just walking and counting who saw more cats :). They are everywhere, friendly and waiting for human love.
There’s a lot to do while on holiday in Cyprus, so make sure to check out all these amazing places before going back home.