Larnaca (Cyprus) attractions…
…Are you planning your itinerary and you are looking for attractions in the Larnaca district?
If this is the case, then you have landed on the right site.
What you will find here is all the attractions in the Larnaca district worth visiting.
In case you don’t have enough time to visit all the attractions in Larnaca district…
…as a must-visit attraction, we would recommend including in your itinerary coastal and rural villages (like Kato Drys, Lefkara, Tochni, Kalavasos, Skarinou, Zygi, etc), the monastery of Stavrovouni, Terra Santa Catholic Church and the church of Saint Lazarus.
In addition, if you love diving we would definitely recommend the Zenobia diving site. Another must-visit attraction is the Finikoudes promenade, Larnaca Marina and Salt Lake.
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The best way to tour Larnaca district’s wonderful coastal and rural villages is by car.
So if you plan to rent a car then take a look at Cyprus car rentals.
If you like architectural ruins then a visit to Kition Archaeological Site is a must.
Choirokitia Archaeological Site is a UNESCO well preserved settlement from the Neolithic Age.
If you are a history buff, then consider including at least the Neolithic Settlement in your itinerary.
The architecture of our monasteries and churches is unique.
Consider including in your itinerary at least two of them. We recommend Stavrovouni Monastery and Terra Santa Catholic Church.
If you have time for more, then also visit Ayios Minas Monastery and Saint Lazarus Church. Hala Sultan Tekke Mosque is next to the Salt Lake. So if you are visiting the Mosque you will definitely see the Salt Lake too.
Although only men are permitted to enter Stavrovouni monastery the route to get there is amazing!
Not only that, the view from the hill – where the monastery is built – is a panoramic one. So consider, including Stavrovouni monastery in your itinerary.
Women are permitted to wait in the parking lot from where they will get to see the panoramic view of the mountains and the seaside (if there is no fog).
Sunbathing and swimming is such a pleasure for us, especially in the summer months. Few of the best beaches in Larnaca district that we visit regularly are…
Rent a car and head off on an adventure!
What a wonderful way to tour these beautiful villages…
If you are short of time to tour all these villages (please see above), then consider visiting just Lefkara, Kato Drys, Tochni, Kalavasos and Zygi.
Zygi is a small coastal fishing village, full of fish taverns and a small Marina. It’s a nice charming village to take a break from your adventure tour and have lunch or even dinner. Try fish meze, you will most certainly enjoy it after a full day :-).
Our recommendation is to include the countryside of Larnaca district in your itinerary. You will love it!
Renting a car (car rental in Cyprus) or booking a tour (Cyprus tours) are the best options to tour these villages.
Cyprus produces its own delicious wine.
If you are in Larnaca district then consider visiting…
Last but not least…
Zenobia wreck diving site…
…if you are a diving enthusiast don’t miss out on this opportunity that Larnaca has to offer to you.
Larnaca Castle, Finikoudes Promenade and Larnaca Marina are all within walking distance and a must visit-attraction.
Finikoudes Promenade is full of restaurants, taverns, cafes and bars. Alongside the promenade is the beach of Finikoudes. In the summer nights, the promenade is full of visitors and locals enjoying their drink or dinner and enjoying the view of the Mediterranean Sea.
It is recommended to visit the promenade late afternoon just before the sunset and take a stroll to the castle. You will love it!
In addition to that, consider visiting the Salt Lake (next to Hala Sultan Tekke Mosque) especially in winter, which is full of pink flamingos.
Kamares Aqueduct…
…this impressive structure was used in Ottoman period to supply the city with water.
Larnaca Archaeological museum houses archaeological finds from the whole district of Larnaca, including the ancient Kition and the main Neolithic Settlements of Choirokitia and Tenta-Kalavasos.
Have you booked your car yet?
If not, hurry up! Rent a car in advance so you will find one of your choice, since rental cars are popular among the visitors of the island.
…And that’s the end of Larnaca (Cyprus) attractions.
So have you planned your itinerary, yet? :-)