Limassol is the largest port city on the south coast of Cyprus, with a medieval castle in its Old Town, a modern marina and seafront promenade, and the ancient sites of Kourion, Kolossi and Amathus within a short drive.
Top attractions
The most popular and significant attractions in Limassol.
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Cyprus Medieval Museum (Limassol Castle)
Tip: Arrive on a weekday morning to avoid tour groups that fill the narrow stairways later. · Opening hours differ on Sunday; confirm on +357 25 305 419 before going. · Allow time for the roof terrace, which is the best photo location. · Combine with the Old Carob Mill and Kebir Mosque, both within two minutes on foot. · Wear flat shoes, as the stone steps are worn and uneven.
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Kourion Archaeological Site
Tip: Go at opening time or late afternoon in July and August, as there is almost no shade. · Carry water, a hat and sun protection. · Wear sturdy shoes; paths and mosaic areas are uneven. · Arrange the return trip in advance if travelling by taxi, as pick-ups can be scarce. · Combine with the Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates and Kolossi Castle for a half-day trip.
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Kolossi Castle
Tip: Visit in the morning or late afternoon for fewer coach groups. · Pair with Kourion and the Cyprus Wine Museum in one half-day trip. · Mind the steep, narrow spiral stairs and uneven steps. · Bring a camera for the roof view, which is the best vantage point. · Check opening hours at mcw.gov.cy/da before travelling.
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Limassol Old Port
Tip: Come in late afternoon for atmosphere and sunset photographs. · Book a waterside table ahead on Friday and Saturday evenings. · Walk on to the Marina and Molos Promenade for a longer seafront route. · Check restaurant hours in winter, as some venues reduce opening times.
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Limassol Marina
Tip: Visit at sunset for the best light and the liveliest atmosphere. · Walk from the Old Port instead of driving, as parking is limited. · Expect higher prices than in the Old Town; compare menus before sitting down. · Book ahead for weekend dinners in summer. · Come in the morning for a quiet stroll.
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Molos Promenade
Tip: Walk at sunrise or sunset to avoid the midday heat. · Bring a light jacket in winter, when sea breezes can be strong. · Use the promenade to link the Old Port, Marina and Municipal Gardens. · Check local listings for seafront events on weekends.
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Limassol Municipal Market
Tip: Go on a weekday morning for the best selection and a lively feel. · Carry some cash, as small stalls may not take cards. · Buy picnic items and take them to the nearby Molos Promenade. · Ask before photographing stallholders or their produce. · Confirm opening hours locally, as they are approximate.
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Agia Napa Cathedral
Tip: Dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered. · Visit in the morning outside service times. · Avoid Sunday services and major feast days unless attending to worship. · Leave a small donation if lighting a candle. · Ask before taking photographs inside.
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Kebir Mosque (Great Mosque)
Tip: Dress modestly and be ready to remove shoes. · Avoid prayer times, especially Friday midday. · Confirm access locally, as restoration work may limit entry. · Photograph the minaret from the lane near the castle. · Combine with the castle and Agia Napa Cathedral.
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The Old Carob Mill
Tip: Call +357 25 342 123 before visiting, as daily hours are not published. · Go on a weekday morning for a quiet visit. · Check for current exhibitions or evening events. · Combine with the castle and Old Port in one walk.
Attractions by category
Explore by your interests.
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Kourion Archaeological Site
Hilltop Greco-Roman city above the sea with a restored theatre, the House of Eustolios mosaics, a Roman agora, nymphaeum and an Early Christian basilica.
Kolossi Castle
Three-storey Crusader keep of the Knights of St John, rebuilt in the 15th century beside the ruins of a medieval sugar mill and linked to the origin of Commandaria wine.
Amathus Archaeological Site
Remains of an ancient Cypriot city-kingdom with an agora, a Hellenistic bath, Early Christian basilicas and the Temple of Aphrodite on the acropolis.
Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates
Wooded sanctuary with the partly restored temple of Apollo, pilgrim halls, a palaistra and a bath complex.
Cyprus Medieval Museum (Limassol Castle)
Medieval fortress in the Old Town, rebuilt in the Ottoman period on medieval foundations, now housing medieval armour, ceramics, tombstones and coins.
Museums
Limassol District Archaeological Museum
Three small rooms of pottery, coins, jewellery, sculptures and Aphrodite votive figurines from sites across the district.
Local Archaeological Kourion Museum
Small museum in the old house of excavator George McFadden, with Bronze Age pottery, Mycenaean gold and offerings from the Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates.
Cyprus Wine Museum
Museum telling the 6,000-year story of Cypriot wine through exhibits and a short tasting.
Limassol Municipal Museum of Folk Art
Collection of traditional costumes, weaving, embroidery, ceramics and tools from Cypriot villages.
The Old Carob Mill
Mill of 1900 with preserved carob-processing machinery and the Evagoras Lanitis Centre, a space for art exhibitions.
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Limassol Municipal Market
Historic covered market with stalls of fruit, vegetables, olives, halloumi, fish and meat, where locals shop.
Agia Napa Cathedral
Orthodox cathedral in the Old Town with painted icons; an active place of worship where services take priority over visits.
Kebir Mosque (Great Mosque)
Ottoman mosque in the old town and a functioning place of worship; the exterior is visible from the street.
Limassol Old Port
Former fishing and trading harbour now a small quay of cafes and fish tavernas beside the castle, with a tourist information office.
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Limassol Marina
Luxury marina with moored yachts, waterside restaurants and boutiques, developed on the site of the old port.
Molos Promenade
Landscaped sea-front promenade and park with palms, sculptures, play areas and cafes, part of a seafront walking path that runs along the coast.
Limassol Municipal Garden and Zoo
Shaded city park with a small zoo, playgrounds and an open-air theatre; the Wine Festival is held here each autumn.
Practical information
What you need to know before you go.
- Hours
- State archaeological sites (Kourion, Kolossi, Amathus, Apollo Hylates) follow 08:30-19:30 from 16 April to 15 September and 08:30-17:00 from 16 September to 15 April, and close on 25 December, 1 January and Orthodox Easter Sunday. District museums are generally open Monday to Friday until about 15:30. Confirm at mcw.gov.cy/da.
- Fees
- Kourion EUR 4.5 (about USD 5.18); Kolossi Castle EUR 2.5 (about USD 2.88); Amathus EUR 2.5 (about USD 2.88); Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates EUR 2.5 (about USD 2.88); Cyprus Medieval Museum EUR 4.5 (about USD 5.18); Limassol Zoo EUR 5 (about USD 5.75). Department of Antiquities multi-site cards: EUR 8.5 (about USD 9.78) for 1 day, EUR 17 (about USD 19.55) for 3 days, EUR 25 (about USD 28.75) for 7 days (reported; confirm). The Old Port, Marina, Molos, the Old Carob Mill, the Archaeological Museum and the Kourion Museum are free.
- Best Times
- October to May and the shoulder months of September give 20-28 C for archaeological sites. In July and August go at opening time or after 17:00, when midday heat reaches 35 C and the Kourion hill has almost no shade.
- Booking
- No advance booking is needed for state sites; buy tickets at the gate (cash is safest). The three west-coast sites Kolossi, Kourion and the Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates are 3 to 8 km apart and are easiest as one half-day by car or taxi with the driver waiting. Open-air theatre performances at Kourion are sold through the venue in summer.
Tips for visiting attractions
Make the most of your sightseeing time.
Buy the Department of Antiquities multi-site card (EUR 17, about USD 19.55 for 3 days, reported) if visiting Kourion, Kolossi, Amathus and the Medieval Castle in one week.
Group Kolossi, the Cyprus Wine Museum, Kourion and the Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates into one west-coast day; they lie along one road.
The Old Town sights (Medieval Castle, Carob Mill, Kebir Mosque, Agia Napa Cathedral, Municipal Market) are all within a 10-minute walk of the Old Port.
Carry water and a hat for every open-air site from May to October; shade at Kourion is minimal.
Dress with covered shoulders and knees for churches and the monastery on Akrotiri.
State museums and the Archaeological Museum close on weekends and public holidays; plan them for weekdays.
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need in Limassol?
Three days cover the Old Town, Marina, Molos and a west-coast day to Kolossi and Kourion; five days add Amathus, the wine villages and Troodos.
How much does Kourion cost?
EUR 4.5 (about USD 5.18) at the gate; confirm at mcw.gov.cy/da or on +357 25 934 250.
Can I reach Kourion without a car?
A taxi or Bolt from Limassol is the simplest way, about 19 km each way; ask the driver to wait or book the return in advance. Rural bus services to Episkopi exist but are infrequent; check the Cyprus Bus app.
Is the Medieval Castle worth visiting?
Yes for about an hour: it holds the Cyprus Medieval Museum and sits beside the Old Port. Entry is EUR 4.5 (about USD 5.18) (reported).
What is free to see in Limassol?
The Old Port, Marina, Molos promenade, the Old Carob Mill, Agia Napa Cathedral, the Archaeological Museum and the Kourion Museum cost nothing.