If you are traveling to Limassol, Cyprus for your holiday then you came to the right place!
Here you will find all the information you need to plan your holiday trip to this vibrant, cosmopolitan and beautiful district.
All you have to do is follow our guide below to plan the perfect trip and itinerary in Limassol, Cyprus.
To make it easier for you we divided our Limassol Travel Guide into 7 sections.
Quick links to the 7 sections of “Limassol, Cyprus: The Locals’ Travel Guide”...
Take a look at our information on Limassol Travel before you continue to Section 2. It includes an abundance of information about this vibrant and cosmopolitan city…and district in general.
In addition, check out the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) below.
Limassol in Pictures
What a better way to see Limassol...a picture is worth a thousand words.
It took us lots of time and effort but we did it. Take a look at our pictures of this amazing district by clicking the link above.
Enjoy :-)
What is the nearest airport in Limassol, Cyprus?
Limassol has no airport.
The nearest legal airport to Limassol is both Paphos (Pafos) International Airport (PFO) and Larnaca International Airport (LCA) as Limassol is located between them.
To be more precise Larnaca Airport is a bit closer to Limassol than the airport in Paphos. That’s why your taxi transfer fee might be a bit higher from Paphos to Limassol than from Larnaca to Limassol, although Limassol is located between these two airports.
For information on airport transfers (taxi fees) see Paphos airport transfers and Larnaca airport transfers.
For flights to either Larnaca Airport (LCA) or Paphos Airport (PFO) check out flights to Cyprus.
Where is Limassol?
Limassol is in Cyprus, an island country 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 Limassol in Cyprus?
Limassol is located on the southern coast of Cyprus.
Is Limassol Turkish or Greek?
Limassol is located in the Greek-Cypriot side of the island (the South).
What’s the time in Limassol, Cyprus?
The island has only one timezone (EET – UTC+2:00); we are 2 hours ahead of the UK and therefore the time in Limassol is the same as in Nicosia the capital city of Cyprus.
What’s the currency in Limassol?
For your purchases in Limassol you have to pay in Euros; the same goes for the rest of the island in the South (the Greek-Cypriot side).
What’s the language in Limassol?
The language spoken in Limassol is Greek and the Cypriot-Greek dialect, although English is widely spoken too. Other languages that are spoken in the tourist sector – among others – are Russian, Italian, German and French.
How do I get from Larnaca to Limassol?
For transfers from and to the airport of Larnaca check out Larnaca airport transfers.
How do I get from Paphos to Limassol?
For transfers from and to the airport of Paphos check out Paphos airport transfers.
How is the Limassol weather?
Please check out our article on weather in Cyprus.
In this section we have included the most beautiful places to visit in Limassol.
Just check out the links below to find out where the prettiest places are in the Limassol district, that are worth your time.
Below you will find the most popular places in the Limassol district. The locals’ favorites! Take a look at them…
Pissouri is a coastal village in the Limassol district with a stunning beach (bay) and brilliant scenery.
Omodos is a wonderful village in the mountains of the Limassol district. Its cobbled streets, architecture, monastery, church and shops with traditional products will amaze you!
Platres is another beautiful mountainous village in the Limassol district. Quaint, picturesque houses and friendly locals are waiting for your arrival. Hospitality at its best!
Agros is an amazing, traditional mountainous village in the Limassol district.
The famous Rodon Hotel & Resort is located there where you can have a splendid time, swimming in the hotel’s swimming pool while admiring the mountainous views of the village of Agros and the gardens of the hotel.
Apart from the villages in the Limassol district waiting for you to explore (please see below Limassol Agrotourism Villages), it is also recommended to visit Troodos Square in Troodos Mountains.
Troodos mountains and the Square are magnificent and picturesque! A visit will be a brilliant experience!
Rent a car and explore the wonderful villages and towns in the district of Limassol.
You will have a great time out, as the routes (Cyprus Routes) to get to the villages in the mountains are spectacular!
Would you like to experience the rural life of the villages, the traditional culture, meet locals and enjoy the natural beauty of the island?
If so, then think…agrotourism.
Agrotourism is an opportunity to experience the life on the island as lived by the locals in the villages.
Take a look at these amazing, traditional and picturesque agrotourism villages in the district of Limassol that worth visiting.
For information on agrotourism accommodation see agrotourism in Cyprus.
A great idea is to rent a car and explore the villages above. Also, you can find additional routes to explore the island and itineraries by clicking the links below…
Since Limassol is a popular holiday destination for the locals and visitors of the island there are quite a few hotels that provide excellent services.
Based on our experience the best hotels are 5, 4 and 3 star hotels.
Usually when we book a hotel in Limassol we choose a beachfront hotel since we love the beaches there.
In our list we have included luxury hotels as well as budget hotels for budget travelers.
Click the links below to see which hotels are worth your money.
Looking for a luxury (5 star) hotel in Limassol?
Click the link below to check out our list of the top 5 star hotels in the Limassol district.
Take a look below at the guide of the best hotels in Limassol (luxury and budget hotels).
What are the top hotels in Limassol you ask?
It’s an easy answer!...
…take a look at our Top 5 picks of hotels in Limassol by clicking the link below...
Click the link below to check out our guide of the best beachfront hotels in the district of Limassol.
Resorts are another popular holiday accommodation in Limassol. Take a look at our Top 5 picks of resorts in Limassol by clicking the link below.
There are plenty of holiday apartments in Limassol.
To help you out, we have chosen the best ones to include in our list, just for you. Click the link below to check out the best apartments in the district of Limassol.
Click the link below for information on holiday villas in Limassol.
To check out the camping sites we visit in Limassol (one coastal and one in the mountains) just click the link below.
Experience the Cypriot hospitality and admire the natural beauty of the agrotourism villages.
Click the link below to check out the agrotourism accommodation in Limassol.
As long as you are in the right mood and you have time for activities, Limassol won’t disappoint you.
Take a look below at the things you can do and see in the beautiful district of Limassol!
Just scroll down to check out our recommendations.
We love sightseeing!
To check out our recommendations for sightseeing click the links below.
We couldn’t leave out our favorite activity! :-) Swimming!
We love the beachfront hotels and resorts and the beaches of Limassol! No doubt about it!
Looking for more things to do in the district of Limassol? Take a look at the links below…
Limassol is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city full of restaurants, taverns, bars, pubs, clubs…you name it!
Click the links below for further information.
There aren’t any flights to Limassol in Cyprus as there is no airport in Limassol (only the main port of the island).
The nearest legal airport to Limassol is both Paphos (Pafos) International Airport (PFO) and Larnaca International Airport (LCA) as Limassol is located between them.
To be more precise Larnaca Airport is a bit closer to Limassol than the airport in Paphos. That’s why your taxi transfer fee might be a bit higher from Paphos to Limassol than from Larnaca to Limassol, although Limassol is located between these two airports.
For information on airport transfers (taxi fees) see Paphos airport transfers and Larnaca airport transfers.
Click the link below for air ticket prices.
There are no trains in Cyprus.
Therefore, taxis, buses or rental cars are the only way to get around Limassol.
Which is the best way to explore the Limassol district?
That’s the best way to explore the district of Limassol, including the wonderful Troodos villages in the mountains.
Just click the link below for further information…
...And that's the end of the 7 sections of “Limassol, Cyprus: The Locals’ Travel Guide”.
We hope you had fun planning your trip to Limassol in Cyprus…the island of Aphrodite...the island of love.
Best Regards from Cyprus
Maria & Chris :-)
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