Larnaca, Cyprus: The Locals’ Travel Guide

Larnaca, Cyprus…

In this mini travel guide of ours you will find all the information you need to plan the perfect holiday itinerary in the beautiful district of Larnaca.

All you have to do is follow our travel guide below which we have divided into 7 sections, in order to make it easier for you to find what you are looking for.

Just click the quick links below for further information.


Quick links to the 7 sections of “Larnaca, Cyprus: The Locals’ Travel Guide”…

  1. About Larnaca
  2. Places to Visit
  3. Accommodation
  4. What to Do
  5. Food & Drink
  6. Larnaca Flights
  7. Getting Around


Section 1: About Larnaca, Cyprus

If you want to get an overall impression of what Larnaca is about, then visit Larnaca Travel.

In addition, check out our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) below for further information on Larnaca.


Larnaca in Pictures

Since a picture is worth a thousand words, we created a whole web page full of pictures of the district of Larnaca.

Click the link above to take a look at our pictures of this wonderful district.

Enjoy :-)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Larnaca?

Larnaca (also spelled Larnaka) is located in an island country, called Cyprus, in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea.

For information for first time visitors to our island see the island of Cyprus and vacation in Cyprus.


Where is Larnaca located in Cyprus?

Larnaca is located on the south east coast of Cyprus (the Greek-Cypriot side of the island).


Does Larnaca have an airport?

Yes, Larnaca has an airport, the largest legal airport on the island. For information on flights to the island visit flights to Cyprus.


What’s the code of Larnaca International Airport?

The code of Larnaca International Airport is LCA.

For information on flights to the island, check out our article flights to Cyprus.


What’s the time in Larnaca (Cyprus)?

There is only one timezone on the island (EET – UTC+2:00); we are 2 hours ahead of the UK and therefore the time in Larnaca is the same as in Nicosia (Lefkosia in Greek) the capital city of Cyprus.


What’s the currency in Larnaca?

The currency you will be using for your purchases in Larnaca is the Euro; the same goes for the rest of the island in the South (the Greek-Cypriot side).


What language do they speak in Larnaca?

In Larnaca we speak Greek and the Cypriot-Greek dialect. Also, English is widely spoken as well as Russian, French and German (among others).


How do I get from Larnaca to Ayia Napa?

For airport transfers/taxi transfers from Larnaca to Ayia Napa check out Larnaca airport transfers.


How much is the transfer from Larnaca to Limassol?

To check out taxi fares from Larnaca to Limassol (or any other city/resort on the island like Paphos, Ayia Napa, Nicosia) click the link below…


How is the weather in Larnaca (Cyprus)?

Please check out our article on weather in Cyprus.


Section 2: Places to Visit

Popular places (and our favorite ones) to visit while you are in Larnaca are…

  • Finikoudes beach area (also spelled Phinikoudes)
  • Mackenzie beach area (also spelled Mckenzie, Makenzi and Makenzy)
  • Wonderful villages in the Larnaca district

For more information on the places above please read on…



Finikoudes Area (also spelled Phinikoudes)

Finikoudes means palm trees.

The Promenade and the beach of Finikoudes are outstanding!

Alongside the promenade, on the one side, you will find a fantastic strip of restaurants, cafes, taverns, bars, etc, and on the other side you will find the Finikoudes beach.

The promenade is in the middle of the beach and the strip.

Click the link below for further information on this beautiful place in Larnaca city center…


Mackenzie Area (also spelled Mckenzie, Makenzi and Makenzy)

The famous Mackenzie beach area is full of wonderful bars, cafes, lounge bars, clubs, taverns and restaurants.

For more information on the Mackenzie area click the link below…


Wonderful Villages in the Larnaca District

Is it worth it to visit the villages in Larnaca?

Absolutely! Time well spent!

The villages in the Larnaca district are quaint, charming, traditional and picturesque! They have their own unique architecture like the other villages on the island. What a lovely idea to explore them!

If you don’t have enough time to tour all the villages listed below, consider visiting just the villages of Lefkara, Kato Drys, Tochni, Kalavasos and the charming, small fishing village of Zygi.

  • Lefkara
  • Kalavasos
  • Tochni
  • Kato Drys
  • Psematismenos
  • Maroni
  • Vavla
  • Choirokitia
  • Alaminos
  • Mazotos
  • Zygi
  • Ayios Theodoros Larnacas
  • Ora
  • Odou
  • Skarinou


The best way to explore the wonderful villages of the district of Larnaca is by renting a car.

If you decide to rent a car, check out the routes/road trips in Larnaca (Cyprus Routes/Road Trips). You will have a splendid time out! An island adventure!

Section 3: Accommodation

Since Larnaca has the largest legal airport on the island, the tourist infrastructure is huge! Millions of visitors are served every year by the airport and the hoteliers of the island.

Therefore, you will find that there are many hotels and other type of accommodation in which you can stay for your holiday in Cyprus.

So let’s take a look together at the best and top-rated accommodation in the Larnaca district. Let’s start with the hotels…



Hotels

Looking for wonderful hotels in Larnaca?

If so, then click the links below to see the best and top-rated hotels in the Larnaca district…

  • Best Hotels in Larnaca (Cyprus): Our list includes 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1 star hotels…the best in their category.
  • Wonderful Hotels Close to Larnaca Airport 
  • Fabulous Hotels in Larnaca Town Centre
  • Amazing Larnaca Beach Hotels
  • Our Favorite Hotels in Larnaca (Cyprus)


Resorts

There is only one resort in Larnaca that caught our attention and became our favorite…

Radisson Beach Resort!

Click the link below to read about 2 wonderful resorts in the Larnaca district – including the Radisson…

  • Larnaca Resorts (Cyprus)


Holiday Apartments

Another type of accommodation in Larnaca is holiday apartments.

Click the link below for further information…

  • Holiday Apartments in Larnaca (Cyprus)


Yurts in Larnaca

What an amazing type of accommodation! If you love nature and you wish to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city, then try yurts!

Click the link below for further information…


Section 4: What to Do

Are you ready for an awesome adventure in the Larnaca district?! :-)

Let’s start with sightseeing…


Sightseeing

What an amazing way to see a place!

To check out our recommendations for sightseeing in the Larnaca district click the links below…


Swimming

If you are visiting us during the summer time or if you are a winter swimmer, then what a splendid idea to visit our beaches in the Larnaca district!

Click the links below for further information…


More Things to Do

Looking for more activities to do in Larnaca?

Click the link below to find out land and water activities in the Larnaca district…

  • Things to do in Larnaca: Land and Water Activities


Section 5: Food & Drink

In Larnaca district you will find restaurants, taverns, bars, pubs, clubs, lounges, etc.

Click the links below to find out which are the best restaurants, bars and night clubs in Larnaca…

  • The Best Restaurants in Larnaca (Cyprus)
  • Larnaca Nightlife
  • Larnaca Night Clubs


Section 6: Flights to Larnaca, Cyprus

Larnaca has the largest legal airport in Cyprus which serves millions of visitors every year.

Check out flights to the island for further information.

For airport transfers and taxi fees in general see Larnaca airport transfers.


Section 7: Getting Around

Since there are no trains in Cyprus, our transport is rental cars, taxis, buses, and our own private cars.

That’s the only way to get around Larnaca and on the island in general.

Now…

…if you are a foreign visitor to our island you will need to use either taxis, buses or rental cars as your transport.

Which is the best way to explore Larnaca, you ask?

Well…

…if you wish to explore the city of Larnaca you might use taxis and buses. However, if you wish to tour/explore the whole district of Larnaca the best way to do that is by a rental car.

Click the link below for information on car rentals on the island…



...And that's the end of the 7 sections of “Larnaca, Cyprus: The Locals’ Travel Guide”.

We hope you had fun planning your trip to Larnaca in Cyprus…the island of Aphrodite...the island of love.

Best Regards from Cyprus

Maria & Chris :-)


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