Finikoudes Promenade: A Must-Walk, Must-See Area in Larnaca (Cyprus)

Finikoudes promenade…

…what a wonderful seafront area in the city of Larnaca!

At the Promenade you can stroll, jog and bike and at the Finikoudes beach (which is alongside the promenade) you can swim, sunbathe and admire the amazing blue Mediterranean Sea and the beautiful surroundings.

The flat, sandy, family-friendly beach of Finikoudes is easy to walk. Alongside the beach you will find the promenade and alongside the promenade you find a strip of restaurants, taverns, bars, lounges and cafes. The promenade is in the middle of the beach and the strip.

Finikoudes promenade (“Finikoudes” means Palm Trees) is a vibrant seafront lined with palm trees…and that’s where the promenade took its name from…”Finikoudes”. Sometimes you might hear the locals referring to it as “Larnaca Promenade”. It’s the same place.

Finikoudes is only about a 15 minute drive from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) and it’s located in the heart of Larnaca's city center.

So in Finikoudes area you will find a wonderful sandy beach, a vibrant promenade and a bustling strip of restaurants, taverns, bars, lounges and cafes. In addition to that, you will also find some marvelous hotels (overlooking the Mediterranean Sea) alongside the strip…just opposite the beach and the promenade.

In other words, Finikoudes combines culture, relaxation and entertainment! It’s a must-visit destination for visitors who would like to explore the island and specifically Larnaca.

So, are you ready to plan your holiday itinerary?

If so, then consider including Finikoudes promenade in your itinerary. If you are visiting Larnaca it’s a shame not to visit this wonderful promenade with the Larnaca Marina in the one end and Larnaca Castle at the other end.

Here are 7 reasons to include this wonderful Promenade in your itinerary.

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1. Amazing Beachfront
2. Beautiful Accommodation
3. Walking, Jogging, Cycling, Relaxing
4. Wonderful Nearby Attractions
5. Food and Drink
6. Vibrant Nightlife
7. Events and Festivals

1. Amazing Beachfront

The Promenade, stretching alongside the beautiful, organized, sandy beach of Finikoudes, is an awesome place to stroll during the day and evening. It’s a vibrant place full of tourists and locals enjoying themselves. What a wonderful spot for an afternoon walk while the sun goes down!

The unobstructed views of the Promenade will give you the chance to admire the beautiful Mediterranean Sea.

At the Finikoudes beach you will find sunbeds and umbrellas.

2. Beautiful Accommodation

Alongside the Promenade next to the strip of restaurants, taverns, cafes, bars and lounges you will find beautiful hotels overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

One of these hotels is the wonderful Sun Hall Hotel!

The Sun Hall Hotel is a 4 star hotel located just opposite the Promenade and the Finikoudes beach (also spelled Phinikoudes).

To check out the Sun Hall Hotel and other hotels in Larnaca visit…

• Best Hotels in Larnaca (Cyprus): Our list includes 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1 star hotels…the best ones in their category…

…or visit…

• Our Favorite Hotels in Larnaca: The 5 hotels that stand out in the Larnaca district.

3. Walking, Jogging, Cycling, Relaxing

The Promenade is ideal for walking, jogging, cycling and relaxing. Leisurely strolls are very popular among the locals and the visitors of the island.

In addition, we should point out that the sunset or even the sunrise while strolling the Promenade is amazing!

So take your partner by the hand and take a walk during the evening or in the morning and enjoy the beautiful colors of the Mediterranean Sea. You will most certainly enjoy it!

4. Wonderful Nearby Attractions

Beautiful attractions nearby the promenade are…

• The historic Larnaca Castle (it’s a medieval fort that houses a museum)
• St Lazarus Church (a significant religious and architectural site)
• Old Town of Larnaca (you will find small shops offering handmade crafts and Cypriot products. You might want to buy your souvenirs from there :-) )
• Larnaca Marina

5. Food and Drink

Alongside the Promenade you will find a wonderful strip of local restaurants and taverns, cafes, bars and lounges. You can have your lunch or dinner there or even enjoy a cup of Cypriot coffee while admiring the sea view.

6. Vibrant Nightlife

At night Finikoudes becomes a bustling area where bars and lounges play music and people enjoy their cocktails. Lots of locals and tourists go there to enjoy their time and drinks.

Finikoudes at night is a wonderful place to be. It becomes lively (more lively than during the day) and it’s full of locals and tourists enjoying themselves.

So…

…do you want to be part of the fun in Finikoudes?

If so, then include it in your itinerary. You won’t regret it!

7. Events and Festivals

Finikoudes Promenade often hosts (especially the summer) events and festivals where locals gather together for some fun. Visitors are always welcome to join us in our Cypriot way of life and entertainment. :-)

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…And that wraps up our article on “Finikoudes Promenade”.

We hope you have an excellent holiday here on our island! Enjoy :-)

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