Limassol is the underdog of Cyprus—and that’s exactly why you’ll love it. Beachfront bars, old-school charm, and enough history to make your brain happy. Whether you’re here for tanning or tavernas, Limassol will leave you sun-kissed and smug. Pack your flip-flops and dive in!
Holiday Details
Fly into Larnaca Airport for sunny Limassol—just a smooth 45-minute transfer to the resort. Flights from the UK take around 4.5 hours, and with TUI, easyJet or On the Beach, it’s easy, breezy, and totally protected. We recommend booking with them for great value, ATOL protection, and stress-free transfers all sorted. Sit back, relax, and let your holiday begin the second you land.
Holidays to Limassol with EasyJet
About Limassol & Things to Do
Limassol is Cyprus’s second-largest city and a perfect blend of sun, sea, and ancient ruins with a sprinkle of urban cool. It’s not just a beach town—it’s got serious personality. This place has seen it all: Romans, Byzantines, Crusaders, and now… you with your beach towel and SPF 50.
It’s home to Limassol Castle, where Richard the Lionheart married Berengaria (yes, actual royal drama), and the old town still hums with Cypriot soul. Unlike some parts of Cyprus that shut down after summer, Limassol is a year-round destination with a lively marina, classy bars, and buzzing food spots.
What makes it different? It’s a mix of old-meets-new, beach-meets-culture, ouzo-meets-cocktails. You can explore ancient ruins in the morning and sip champagne by the sea at night. Basically, Limassol gives you everything—without the chaos.
Stroll the Seafront Promenade
Start with the basics. The seafront path—aka the Molos—is palm-lined perfection. Walk, rent a bike, or just sit and people-watch with a Cypriot coffee.
Hit the Beach
Limassol’s beaches aren’t powdery white, but they are sun-drenched and swim-perfect. Try Dasoudi Beach (has trees and showers!), Lady’s Mile (long, sandy, great for families), or go luxe at a beach bar with sunbeds and mojitos.
Get Lost in the Old Town
Cobblestone streets, quirky boutiques, and more tavernas than you can shake a souvlaki at. The Limassol Castle is here too—worth a wander for its museum and medieval vibes.
Visit the Limassol Marina
This is where yacht dreams live. Glam restaurants, rooftop cocktails, and a solid spot to pretend you’re richer than you are. Try a seafood platter and watch the boats go by. You earned it.
Explore Ancient Kourion
Just 20 minutes from town, this ancient Greco-Roman city ruins site comes with breathtaking sea views and a big, beautiful amphitheatre. Bring water, wear trainers, and imagine yourself in a toga. Check out a trip that includes this and a Paphos Town tour! Ancient Kourion Tour with Paphos Town, GetYourGuide
Wine Time in the Hills
Take a quick trip to the wine villages like Omodos. You’ll find cobbled streets, local wineries, and more wine tastings than your liver was ready for. Cyprus has seriously underrated vino. Troodos Mountains Grape Escape on Viator
Day Trips Galore
From Limassol, you can easily reach the Troodos Mountains (for4x4 fun and nature walks), Paphos (for even more history), or Ayia Napa if you want to dabble in the wild side—just don’t blame Limassol for it.
Feast Like a Local
You haven’t really done Limassol till you’ve had a meze—a table full of dips, grilled meats, cheeses, and breads. Pro tip: show up hungry and don’t wear tight trousers. Try places like Meze Taverna, Dionysus Mansion, or a hidden family-run spot for the best bites.
Aphrodite’s Birthplace & Blue Lagoon Cruise
Feel like a Greek god or goddess on a day trip to Petra tou Romiou—where Aphrodite rose from the waves (and probably took a killer selfie). Then visit her chilled-out grotto, the Baths of Aphrodite, and finish with a boat cruise from Latchi to the stunning Blue Lagoon. Birthplace of Aphrodite & Blue Lagoon Boat Trip, GetYourGuide
Limassol Sunset Catamaran Cruise
Board a luxury catamaran from Limassol Marina with prosecco in hand and sail into the sunset like an absolute legend. There’s unlimited wine, light snacks, chill tunes, and Insta-worthy floaties (yes, even a flamingo). Snorkel or just sunbathe while pretending you’re in a yacht ad. Sunset Catamaran Cruise, GetYourGuide
Day Trip to Nicosia & Larnaca
Hop on a comfy coach and discover Lefkara (home of lace & silver), then wander the Old City of Nicosia, the last divided capital in Europe. Finish in Larnaca, where you can visit the grand Agios Lazaros Church or stroll the Finikoudes Promenade like a local with an ice cream. Nicosia & Larnaca Tour on Viator
Cross the Border to Northern Cyprus
Get your passport ready and dive into history. Explore the ancient city of Salamis, feel small under the walls of Othello’s Tower in Famagusta, and take in haunting views of the ghost town Varosha from Constantia Beach. It’s dramatic, deep, and totally unforgettable. Famagusta with Salamis and Varosha Ghost Town, GetYourGuide
Practical Tips
Plug in – Cyprus uses the UK 3-pin plug. No adapter panic needed.
Cash is king – Cards are accepted, but carry euros for taxis and small cafés.
Tap water is safe – Drink away, or fill your bottle from hotel taps.
Get a car if you can – Limassol’s walkable, but the island’s full of gems.
Watch your speed – Cyprus police love speed traps. Cruise, don’t race.
Best time to visit? – May to October = sunshine. July-August = hot-hot.
Sundays are slooow – Many shops close. Use the day to chill, like the locals do.
Check out GetYourGuide & Viator for the best trips in Limassol.
Limassol is the kind of place you accidentally fall in love with. It’s sunny, stylish, full of history, and has just enough sass to keep things fun. Whether you’re in beach mode or history nerd mode, this Cypriot gem delivers. Come for the sun, stay for the soul (and the souvlaki).
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