101 Things to do in Cyprus

Cyprus has so much to offer the visitor, it's often difficult to find the best things to do, the prettiest villages to explore or the best food to eat until your holiday is almost over.

We've tried to make it easier for you by creating our top 101 things to do in Cyprus list.

The list is split into sections so, whether you love culture, activities, shopping, scenery, touring, eating, or just plain relaxing, there's something for you on this list.

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If you're looking for archaeological or historical sites then Cyprus has plenty to choose from:

1 Tombs of the Kings - Paphos.

2 Paphos Mosaics - including the Houses of Dionysos, Theseus & Aion.

3 Kourion (or Curium) - ancient city kingdom of 2nd century AD - Limassol.

4 Agia Paraskevi church - Byzantine 5 domed church in Geroskipou - Paphos.

5 10 UNESCO listed Byzantine churches in Troodos mountains - most famous is Agios Nikolastis Stegis at Kakopetria.

11 Kolossi Castle - Limassol.
12 Famagusta Gate - Nicosia. One of 3 restored gates of entry through the ancient city walls built by theVenetians.
13 Agios Lazaros Church - Larnaca. Built in the 9th century, the church was built over the tomb of the patron saint of Larnaca, St Lazaros.
14 Stavrouni Monastery - near Larnaca. NB: Women are not allowed here
15 Choirokoitia - UNESCO listed Neolithic settlement between Nicosia and Limassol.

16 Paphos mediaeval fort - where the opera is held each summer.
17 Panagia tou Sinti monastery on the Xeros river near Paphos - an important building of the Venetian period.
18 Museum of Polis.
19 Palaichori - Pitsylia region of Troodos - has a "struggle" museum, a former hideout of the EOKA.
20 Trooditissa monastery - from the 13th century. Closed to visitors but you can walk/cycle through the gated entrance to take a scenic route to Foini village.

Love the great outdoors? There's plenty of sporty activities to keep you occupied in Cyprus:

21 Walk on one of the many nature trails.

22 Indulge in some tranquil yoga practice on a mountain hilltop.

23 Learn to dive Cyprus off the Akamas peninsula or five the famous Xenobia wreck off the coast of Larnaca.

24 Take a boat trip along the Akamas peninsula.

25 Hike the long distance E4 path around the island.

26 Bungee jump - at Ayia Napa.
27 Rock climb - at Episkopi.
28 Paraglide - at any of the watersport locations across the island.
29 Kiteboard - try this new exciting activity on the water.
30 Go horseriding - riding centre at Tochni near Larnaca and new stables at Polis on the west.

31 Hire a mountain bike or take a guided bike tour in the Paphos forest.
32 Ski - between January-April in the Troodos mountains.
33 Birdwatch - best time is in spring when migratory birds arrive on the island.
34 Go-karting - at Paphos, Polis and other locations across the island.
35 Get WET! at a water park - great fun for all the family.

36 Sail - harbours at Latchi, Paphos, Limassol.
37 Play tennis.
38 Bowls - especially popular in the winter months for long stay residents.
39 Like golf holidays? Cyprus has 4 golf courses on the west of the island and several more are planned.
40 Kayak - the Akamas peninsula is especially beautiful early in the morning.

Want to indulge in a little retail therapy - here's our 101 list of things to do (or rather BUY!) in Cyprus:

41 Pottery - try the famous Savva pottery near Paphos or visit Foini village in the Troodos.

42 Lace - at Lefkara near Larnaca or many of the mountain villages.

43 Honey - get some runny honey mummy! 1kg local honey is excellent value.

44 Cyprus Delight - like Turkish delight only better, plus don't call it Turkish in the South!

45 Hand woven rugs - a mountain village speciality. Try Neo Chorio near Latchi or Phyti near Polis.

46 Sweet pastries - like dhaktyla or khateyfi.
47 Commanderia wine - sweet but famous!
48 Olive oil - here's where to get it cheap.
49 Olives - need we say more...
50 Copper items of jewellery or kitchenware.

51 Hand made clothes - visit the old Turkish quarter of the old towns in Paphos or Limassol and get a suitmade in a day!
52 Religious icons - replicas are available everywhere but you can buy the real thing from monasteries.
53 Zyvania - Cypriot fire water. Drink with caution!
54 Cyprus coffee and a coffee pot for the stove.
55 An "I love Cyprus" T-shirt!

Here are some favourite chill-out spots or things to make you chilled when looking at them in Cyprus:

56 Aphrodite's Rock - between Paphos and Limassol.

57 Cedar Valley - a 4x4 adventure.

58 Akamas coastline - by boat, bike, quad bike, 4x4 or on foot.

59 Almond trees in blossom - Yioulou valley near Paphos in February.

60 Baths of Aphrodite on the Akamas peninsula.

61 Beaches at Ayia Napa and Protaras - wonderfull sandy beaches but packed in summer.
62 Lara Bay near Paphos - almost always deserted due to its inaccessibility.
63 Take a wine tour.
64 Get high! - Visit Mount Olympus at the top of the Troodos mountains - NB:You can't get to the summit as it is an army restricted zone but the views from just below it are spectacular.
65 Xeros valley for breathtaking views and the Venetian bridges.

Hire a car if you don't want to miss out on these fantastic places in Cyprus:

66 Lefkara - near Larnaka - famous for lace.

67 Omodhos - Troodos - traditional village restored to attract visitors.

68 Kakopetria - steeped in tradition in the Solea valley.

69 Neo Chorio - old traditional village near Latchi - excellent food and old customs.

70 Pano Panagia - birthplace of Archbishop Makarios.

71 Anogyra (pronounced Annoy-ra) - restored houses and the old olive press.
72 Spilia - beautiful old village in Troodos with well preserved stone olive mill.
73 Pedoulas - famous in Troodos for cherries.
74 Milikouri - in the Troodos. Reached by a delightful woodland route (off road route).
75 Foini - famous for pottery and loukoumi desert.

76 Kato Amiantos - home to the restored asbestos mine which marrs the gorgeous scenery in the Troodos.
77 Laona villages in the Polis region - restored homes available for Agrotourism.
78 Tochni village - home of several Agrotourism houses, riding centre and bike centre.
79 Phyti village - majestic position overlooking the Evretou dam.
80 Latchi harbour - fresh fish is a delight!

And the last section of 101 things to do in Cyprus:

Our 101 things to do list wouldn't be complete without some "must eat" dishes, after all eating is the one thing you're going to be doing a lot of in Cyprus!

82 Stifado - slow cooked beef stew.

83 Kleftiko - very slow roasted lamb cooked in the "kleftiko" oven.

84 Orektika - selection of dips.

85 Sheftalia - herby minced meat sausages.

86 Grilled octopus - make sure it is fresh or it will be rubbery.
87 Tsipoora or sea bream - most commonly served fish at the end of fish meze.
88 Loukanika - Cypriot sausages.
89 Karaoli yahni - snails. Yes it's not just the French who like them!
90 Fasolia - haricot bean casserole.

91 Meze - either meat or fish, a selection of Cypriot dishes to sample.
92 Yemista - stuffed vegetables.
93 Tava - pork or lamb stew.
94 Afelia - Pork speciality marinated in red wine.
95 Moussaka.

96 Brandy Sour - THE Cyprus cocktail.
97 Pourgourri - pilaff of couscous/bulgar wheat.
98 Halloumi - the squeeky cheese, native to Cyprus.
99 Avgolemeno - egg and lemon soup eaten at Easter - not to everyone's liking though!
100 Dhaktyla - sticky little pastries.

101 Nero (water!) - you will need to drink LOTS of this in Cyprus!

Most people will not have time to cover our 101 things to do during their first visit to Cyprus.

If you are only here for a few days, see our Top 10 Cyprus - our pick of the best things to do in Polis/Latchi.

Kali Diamoni!

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