Cyprus Destinations: Which Town or Region Suits You?
Short, honest overviews of the main bases and regions. Each links to a specialist guide where one exists.
Best Places to Visit in Cyprus
For culture with a quiet coast, choose Paphos. For restaurants and a central position, Limassol.
Paphos, Cyprus
Paphos is the best Cyprus base for visitors who want archaeology and a quieter coast. Its UNESCO-listed Roman mosaics and the Tombs of the Kings are in the town, while the Akamas, Coral Bay, Kouklia and Polis are within day-trip range.
Ayia Napa, Cyprus
Ayia Napa is Cyprus's busiest beach resort, known for sandy beaches such as Nissi, boat trips, nightlife and the Cape Greco coastal park next door.
Protaras, Cyprus
Protaras is a calmer, family-oriented resort next to Ayia Napa, best known for Fig Tree Bay and a string of sandy coves.
Limassol, Cyprus
Limassol is Cyprus's most urban seaside base: a long seafront, an old town, strong restaurants and a central position for Kourion, the wine villages and the Troodos.
Larnaca, Cyprus
Larnaca is the easiest place to start or end a Cyprus trip: the island's main airport is next door, the seafront is walkable, and the salt lake and old town reward a day.
Nicosia, Cyprus
Nicosia is a city day, not a beach base: a walled old city, good museums and the Ledra Street crossing, which gives the clearest view of the island's division.
Polis & Latchi, Cyprus
Polis and Latchi are the quiet northwest corner of Cyprus: a small town, a harbour with boat trips and the gateway to the Akamas Peninsula.
The Troodos Mountains, Cyprus
The Troodos mountains are the best contrast to the Cyprus coast: pine forest, cool air, painted churches, wine villages and walking trails.