The most beautiful beaches of Cyprus. Holidays in Cyprus: Akamas Peninsula

The coastline of Cyprus is heavily indented. And almost every, even the smallest, bay has a beach. What can we say about worldwide famous resorts with a high level of infrastructure and service. That is why choosing the best beaches in Cyprus is not an easy task. Each of them has its own unique characteristics. In addition, more than fifty Cypriot beaches have been awarded the Blue Flag. However, Grekoblog tried to select the best of the best and we believe that you will like them.

Makronissos, Ayia Napa

In one of the bays of the peninsula, within the boundaries, there is a small and calm Makronissos beach, where connoisseurs of the beauty of the coast and lovers of solitude close to civilization come. The entrance to the water is gentle, but occasionally there are stones at the bottom.

Connoisseurs of beauty and lovers of solitude come to Makronissos

On Makronissos you can enjoy water sports and diving, eat in one of the taverns or take educational walks around the area. After all, the beach is also interesting because just a few steps west of it, excavations of ancient Roman tombs and a small temple were recently completed.

Kourion, Limassol

17 km from Limassol there is a small but very picturesque sand and pebble beach of Kourion, where there are almost no vacationers on weekdays, even at the height of the season. Formally, this territory is part of the British area of responsibility, so mass development is prohibited here, which only benefits those who love postcard views of the coast. But this does not mean that there are no restaurants near this beach where you can have a little or not a little refreshment.

17 km from Limassol there is a very picturesque Kourion beach

A ferry sank off this coast in 1979, which attracts divers from all over Europe. Surfers also come to the beach. You can bring your own equipment or rent it at a rental point. It’s better not to take children to Kourion and the like, especially since it East End unsafe for swimming (there are prohibitory signs). Not far from the beach are the ruins of the ancient city of the same name.

Finikoudes, Larnaca

Along the central promenade of Larnaca, the city beach of Phinikoudes stretches for half a kilometer, famous, first of all, for the fact that many different festivals take place on its territory every season. Official celebrations begin, of course, on the embankment, but very soon the epicenter of events moves closer to the sea.

Finikoudes is famous for the fact that numerous festivals take place on its territory

So, in May, a colorful flower festival is held on the beach, and on the first Monday after the Holy Trinity on Phinikoudes, Cypriots celebrate Kataklysmos - the day of the rebirth of humanity - for a long time and vigorously. According to tradition, everyone who came to the embankment on this day must take a swim. The beach is sandy, the entrance to the water is gentle, so even children can observe this ritual. As part of any celebrations, water competitions are organized. Artists perform daily on the beach and embankment areas. The width of the coastal strip is from 30 to 100 m.

Latchi, Polis

In the village of Latchi, which is located near Polis, a town in the northwestern part of Cyprus, there are 2 beaches of the same name, which are separated by a harbor. One of them is located closer to the highway, the second is a little further from the highway. This coastline is well equipped. There are even special walkways for people with disabilities who want to take sea baths. The usual entrance to the water is rocky, but quite flat.

The beaches of Latchi are well equipped

These are the best beaches in Cyprus, located nearby, if only because they are not so popular among tourists who prefer noisy parties. And even at the height of the season there is enough room for everyone: coastline lost over the horizon. Connoisseurs of fish dishes like to come to Latchi, but they are unlikely to be able to visit all the local restaurants during their vacation. Located near the beach nature reserve Akamas, where the famous baths of Aphrodite are located, where newlyweds and lovers love to come. Once a month, sea turtles swim to Akamas.

Nissi Beach, Ayia Napa

The best sandy beaches for the young and daring - this is Nissi Beach and some others in the resort of Ayia Napa, where everyone who wants unbridled fun, noise, and crowds comes during the season. This is where the most interesting and crowded parties take place, and this is where there are the most surfers and lovers of water attractions. In the middle of the water area belonging to the beach there is a narrow spit leading to the peninsula.

For the young and daring, the best sandy beach is Nissi Beach

Despite all its splendor, Nissi Beach has one serious drawback: the beach is located in the depths of a bay, the clear waters of which begin to bloom by mid-summer. Algae washed ashore are promptly removed by local services, but swimming in the sea with swaying sea grass may not be to everyone's taste.

Coral Bay, Paphos

In a horseshoe-shaped bay, 12 km from the center in the southwest of Cyprus, lies the sandy beach of Coral Bay, one of the most visited in Cyprus. This coast has long been chosen by wealthy Europeans, who began to build villas nearby during the reign of the British, so holidays and accommodation in local hotels not cheap.

Near Coral Bay there are villas of wealthy Europeans

However, couples with children like to come here on weekends. The entrance to the water on the beach is gentle, the sea is warm, there is almost no wind. In addition to the usual relaxation, literally without leaving the beach, you can go shopping or have lunch in one of the taverns.

Fig Tree Bay, Protaras

The best beach in Protaras, a resort in the eastern part of Cyprus, is Fig Tree Bay, where couples with children like to come. The beach received this name, which is not very familiar to a Russian-speaking person, from an ancient grove of fig trees located nearby. The shore near the beach is quite wide, so even on weekends there is not much crowding.

Without a story about best beaches articles about Cyprus are of little importance. Sights and antiquities, walking routes and Cypriot food is of course wonderful, but most people go to the island of Aphrodite for more prosaic pleasures - beaches, bars and sun.

We are on Cyprus for the fourth time and of course we saw much more than best beaches in Cyprus, but today we will talk about them. Northern Cyprus I’m not touching on it yet - this is a separate topic and there will be a story about it.

On Cyprus There is five main tourist locations by the sea and not all beaches are suitable for swimming in my understanding, of course. Let's walk through them from southeast to northwest, in the order in which they are visible on the map of Cyprus. Protaras And Ayia Napu could have been combined, but there good beaches more than anything else Cyprus, and the beach philosophy of these areas is different, so let them live separately.

The best beaches in Protaras

It is believed that best beaches in Cyprus are situated in Protaras And Ayia Napa and here I won’t open America to you. Protaras– this is a family beach holiday, many sandy beaches, a million hotels and a sufficient minimum of nightlife. Chip Protaras– a long walking path along the sea for several kilometers. Protaras is an ideal place for those who like to walk near the sea. Well maintained, two dozen or more small beaches, long Sunrise Beach aka Flamingo beach and a beautiful curve Fig Tree Beach.

Best beaches Protaras– sandy with gray-golden sand and water color from light turquoise to deep emerald. Let's walk from Kalamies beach in the northeast of Protaras to Konnos Beach which is located in Cape Greco Natural Park .

Kalamies beach– a small oval bay, the sand seems to be imported in bulk, the entrance to the water is quite flat, more suitable for adults than families with children. Near the beach beautiful Church of Agios Nikolaos and a local marina from which various excursions start.

Pernera Beach- look like Kalamies shape, entrance to the water and color of sand and water, only smaller in size. Due to the semi-circular shape of the bay big waves It’s unlikely that they will be here; in March, for example, it was windy, but the beaches are almost completely calm, unlike open places near Ayia Napa. There is a very small one nearby Polyxenia Beach.

Sunrise Beach (Flamingo Beach)– classic long beach for family vacation. Almost ideal for families with children - light golden sand, gentle entrance to the water, entertainment on the beach, good infrastructure and many hotels on the first and second line of various sizes. The photo was taken in April before the start of the season - there are no sunbeds or people yet.

Fig Tree Beach– fig tree beach, the most beautiful beach in Protaras. Regular semi-oval, fine light golden sand and incredibly emerald water. At the top you can sit in a “cafe with a view” and look at the sea for a long time.

Konnos Beach– is between Ayia Napoi And Protaras, on the outskirts Cape Greco Natural Park . This is ours for today favorite beach in Cyprus. Far from the main crowd, it is located in a bay, which is surrounded on all sides by rocks, emerald water and white sand. Sand is brought every season, but in the case of this beach everything is very organic and does not matter fundamentally.

The best beaches of Ayia Napa

SandyBay (Vathia Gonia)- before Nissi Beach he is far away, but overall good sandy beach of Ayia Napa, before Nissi Beach You can walk along the path along the sea and admire the views.

Nissi Beach – Nissi Beach, the most beautiful beach in Cyprus, locals consider it almost the best in the world. White sand, a beautiful sand spit connecting the beach with a small peninsula, azure-turquoise-postcard color of the water. On Nissi The entrance to the water is gentle, but to get to a comfortable swimming depth you don’t need to walk 200 meters into the sea like in Larnaca, for example. Nissi- the most party beach, they start in the morning, in the evening the whole party moves to closed clubs, which are located at a considerable distance from Nissi Beach, in the depths Ayia Napa.

I won’t be afraid to recommend this beach to both young party-goers and mothers with children who feel young. After Full Moon Party beach Koh Phangan nothing critical Nissi Beach No. If you don't like fun and noise, just try to avoid the high season at the end of July-August.

AdamsBeach– cozy small beautiful sandy beach next to Nissi Beach, you can walk there in a few minutes. If you're tired of Nissy's party, this is the place for you.

IN Ayia Napa There are a few other good beaches, but not beautiful enough to be included in this list, and besides, there is construction going on near many of the beaches.

Accommodation and hotel options in Ayia Napa:

Beaches of Limassol

Limassol- the leader of my anti-rating of Cyprus beaches, even worse than Larnaca. Most likely in Limassol good life - comfortable modern houses, cool new marina, long embankment. But there is no rest. Limassol is a city by the sea and in no way a place for beach holiday.

But in the surrounding area Limassol there are several interesting places. It’s interesting, I wouldn’t recommend relaxing on them for a long time, rather go to a short time, relax, take pictures, swim, watch attractions of Limassol and move on.

Governor's Beach – Governor's Beach, unusual beach near Limassol. The beach consists of textured white stones, the stones contain ml or its components, which is why the water near the shore is slightly milky in color. There is a descent into the water - you can swim. Up on the rocky shore there is an expensive restaurant overlooking the sea.

Curium Beach– this beach is located in surroundings of Limassol, up on the rocks ruins of the Roman amphitheater Kourion, below is a long small pebble beach mixed with dark sand. I didn’t notice any special infrastructure there, it’s just wild, but very a nice place. It’s worth looking at it from above, and then going down to the beach.

Pissouri Beach– a beautiful small pebble beach near Pissouri villages, many consider this place as an independent resort. But if you are mobile and in Cyprus for the first time, you should just stop by for a few hours to relax.

The best beaches in Paphos

Another famous resort area, which finds it difficult to decide on beaches. On one side there is a beautiful walking path along the sea several kilometers long, a cozy embankment and good hotels. On the other hand, there are practically no sandy and truly beautiful beaches here. There are several nice sandy beaches near the hotels to the left of the promenade Paphos if you stand facing the sea. I remember Alexander The Great Beach Hotel with frontal panoramic view on the sea 50 meters from the water and several hotels next to it.

We had an active program and rental car, so the location was unimportant - we chose apartments Panklitos Tourist Apartments in Paphos and were satisfied. Great a budget option, run by a very nice Greek-Cypriot family, I recommend it.

Coral Bay Beach – Coral Bay beach, the best beach in Paphos - gray-golden sand, pleasant to the touch, smooth entry into the water, picturesque stones in places. Infrastructure - a cafe overlooking the sea, toilets, car parking by the sea and a place for walking, as well as sun loungers and umbrellas, which are everywhere in Cyprus.

HotelsnearCoral Bay Beach

Corallia beach- less crowded, located next to Coral Bay Beach. Near these beaches there is an interesting attraction – sea caves, which can be seen both from the sea and land. Another attraction nearby is a half-sunken ship, which is especially beautiful at sunset.

Hotels nearCorallia beach:

General rule for Cyprus beaches

All Cyprus beaches municipal and no matter what star hotel is located on them, access to them is free. Sun loungers and umbrellas are rented at a fixed price throughout Cyprus - 2.5 euros per unit. That is, a set of “lounger plus umbrella” will cost 5 euros. You will have to come to terms with this if you like beach holidays. If you have a car, I recommend buying an umbrella (20 euros) on the first day and carrying it with you in the trunk. The sun is on Cyprus active and insidious, it is better not to fall under a direct blow. Most beaches in Cyprus have a blue flag for cleanliness and excellent infrastructure.

conclusions

The best beaches in Cyprus are situated in Protaras And Ayai Nape, and Protaras– more for a beach holiday with children, and Ayia Napa- a youth get-together, which, however, does not exclude recreation for married couples.

Pathos – perfect place for a relaxing holiday for both pensioners and children. IN Paphos It will appeal to those who love all sorts of activities such as jogging along the sea or cycling, and there are a couple of good beaches.

Larnaca– a place for a short stop to explore the city, surroundings of Larnaca suitable for a quiet family holiday with small children.

Limassol– there is nothing to do here if you are on vacation. This is a city by the sea for business and life. Around Limassol a lot of interesting things, but this is the topic of a separate article.

Transfer in Cyprus

If you still decide not to use a rental car or are planning to relax by the sea without traveling far, transfer from/to the airport can be ordered online at. This is a service that will meet you at the airport and take you to the hotel. It is also possible to travel around the city by taxi. On the website you can select the city and place where you want to order a car, the driver will arrive and meet you with a sign with your name at the specified place, for example at the exit from the terminal.

How to find a budget and comfortable hotel in Cyprus

We don’t like to overpay and use the search through an international website HotelsCombined (Room Guru). In the search field, we enter the city or resort we need and select hotels. The site monitors the main booking systems, including Booking or Agoda, and offers the most profitable option. Try it, we really like it.

Find out about new promotions airlines and current sales can be found on the website mandria.ua Well, if you don’t want to relax on your own - choose ready-made tour to Cyprus .

We have been vacationing in Cyprus for two years in a row and using a broker Myrentacar.com, which brings together the best local rental companies in Cyprus. Strengths site - reliability, a good choice auto and nice prices, support in Russian, 24/7 communication via Viber.

We bought from them both the budget Mazda 2 and the more expensive Audi A4.

I also advise you to read the material about How to rent a car in Cyprus - everything is quite simple and clear.

How to buy a cheap air ticket to Cyprus

I am using the service aviasales.ru.I find there cheapest tickets, I use a map low prices, which helps me plan my vacation, because in the end it is convenient and reliable. To search for tickets, you can use the low price calendar - enter the departure/arrival point and click on the date with the appropriate price, everything is clear at the level of intuition.

Transfer from the airport in Cyprus

Cyprus- a top summer destination and taxi drivers at the airport often raise prices for their services. In addition, most of them do not have child car seats. It is not installed because it takes up the seat of an adult passenger. Because of this, tourists with children have to run around the airport looking for a free car with a child car seat.

Both problems can be solved very simply. Transfer, both individual and group, is possible. There you can also choose the option with a child seat. You won’t have to overpay taxi drivers and there will be no problems with the safety of children.

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Last modified Thursday, April 04, 2019

Without a story about best beaches articles about Cyprus are of little importance. Sights and antiquities, hiking trails and Cypriot food are of course wonderful, but most people go to the island of Aphrodite for more prosaic pleasures - beaches, bars and sun.

On Cyprus There is five main tourist locations by the sea and not all beaches are suitable for swimming in my understanding, of course. Let's walk through them from southeast to northwest, in the order in which they are visible on the map of Cyprus. Protaras And Ayia Napu it could have been combined, but there are more good beaches there than anywhere else Cyprus, and the beach philosophy of these areas is different, so let them live separately.

The best beaches in Protaras

The best beaches in Protaras– sandy with gray-golden sand and water color from light turquoise to deep emerald. Let's walk from Kalamies beach in the northeast of Protaras to Konnos Beach which is located in Cape Greco Natural Park .

Pernera Beach- look like Kalamies shape, entrance to the water and color of sand and water, only smaller in size. Due to the semi-circular shape of the bay, there are unlikely to be large waves here; in March, for example, it was windy, but the beaches are almost completely calm, unlike the open areas near Ayia Napa. There is a very small one nearby Polyxenia Beach.

Sunrise Beach (Flamingo Beach)– a classic long beach for family holidays. Almost ideal for families with children - light golden sand, gentle entrance to the water, entertainment on the beach, good infrastructure and many hotels on the first and second line of various sizes. The photo was taken in April before the start of the season - there are no sunbeds or people yet.

The best beaches of Ayia Napa

SandyBay (Vathia Gonia)- before Nissi Beach he is far away, but overall good sandy beach of Ayia Napa, before Nissi Beach You can walk along the path along the sea and admire the views.

AdamsBeach– cozy small beautiful sandy beach next to Nissi Beach, you can walk there in a few minutes. If you're tired of Nissy's party, this is the place for you.

IN Ayia Napa There are a few other good beaches, but not beautiful enough to be included in this list, and besides, there is construction going on near many of the beaches.

Accommodation and hotel options in Ayia Napa:

Beaches of Limassol

But in the surrounding area Limassol there are several interesting places. It’s interesting, I wouldn’t recommend spending a long time on them; rather, stop by for a short time, relax, take pictures, swim, see attractions of Limassol and move on.

Curium Beach– this beach is located in surroundings of Limassol, up on the rocks ruins of the Roman amphitheater Kourion, below is a long small pebble beach mixed with dark sand. I didn’t notice any special infrastructure there, it’s just a wild, but very beautiful place. It’s worth looking at it from above, and then going down to the beach.

The best beaches in Paphos

Another well-known resort area that finds it difficult to decide on beaches. On one side there is a beautiful walking path along the sea several kilometers long, a cozy promenade and good hotels. On the other hand, there are practically no sandy and truly beautiful beaches here. There are several nice sandy beaches near the hotels to the left of the promenade Paphos if you stand facing the sea. I remember Alexander The Great Beach Hotel with frontal panoramic views of the sea 50 meters from the water and several hotels next to it.

We had an active program and rental car, so the location was unimportant - we chose apartments Panklitos Tourist Apartments in Paphos and were satisfied. An excellent budget option, run by a very nice Greek-Cypriot family, I recommend it.

HotelsnearCoral Bay Beach

Hotels nearCorallia beach:

General rule for Cyprus beaches

conclusions

Pathos– an excellent place for a relaxing holiday for both retirees and families with children. IN Paphos It will appeal to those who love all sorts of activities such as jogging along the sea or cycling, and there are a couple of good beaches.

Larnaca– a place for a short stop to explore the city, surroundings of Larnaca suitable for a quiet family holiday with small children.

Transfer in Cyprus

How to find a budget and comfortable hotel in Cyprus

Find out about new promotions airlines and current sales can be found on the website mandria.ua Well, if you don’t want to relax on your own - choose ready-made tour to Cyprus .

We have been vacationing in Cyprus for two years in a row and using a broker Myrentacar.com, which brings together the best local rental companies in Cyprus. The strengths of the site are reliability, a good selection of cars and reasonable prices, support in Russian, 24-hour communication via Viber.

We bought from them both the budget Mazda 2 and the more expensive Audi A4.

I also advise you to read the material about How to rent a car in Cyprus - everything is quite simple and clear.

How to buy a cheap air ticket to Cyprus

I am using the service aviasales.ru.I find there cheapest tickets, I use the low price card, which helps me plan my vacation, because, in the end, it is convenient and reliable. To search for tickets, you can use the low price calendar - enter the departure/arrival point and click on the date with the appropriate price, everything is clear at the level of intuition.

Transfer from the airport in Cyprus

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Last modified Thursday, April 04, 2019

Cyprus has many great beaches. It is not surprising, therefore, that most vacationers come here precisely for these – beautiful beaches. The swimming season in Cyprus sometimes lasts for six months, and in August-September the water in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of the island warms up to 27-28 degrees. Almost all the beaches discussed below are marked with the Blue Flag, which indicates their cleanliness and excellent ecology.

So, what is important to know about the beaches of Cyprus? First of all, everything local beaches– municipal and free. Almost everywhere on the beach you can rent sun loungers and sun umbrellas, but you can absolutely calmly (and free of charge!) come to the beach with your own mat and umbrella.

Secondly, all the beaches of Cyprus are very different, and before you book a hotel, check whether the nearest beach is right for you: on the coast of Cyprus there are secluded and calm beaches, and there are those where music thunders from morning until late at night, and parties are interrupted literally for several dawn hours.

It is believed that the best beaches in Cyprus are in the resorts of Protaras and Ayia Napa, however, everyone has different tastes and preferences, and it is better to find out in advance about all the available alternatives.

Ayia Napa– resort with stormy nightlife: There are parties and clubs there - literally at every turn. Parties on Nissi Beach start almost in the morning. However, the resort is very well planned, so that all the clubs are located in the interior, and the beaches are on the coast. Therefore, even with children it will be very comfortable to relax here (just don’t miss the choice of the beach!)

Protaras ideal for those looking for a relaxing family holiday (and perhaps a little boring for those who like active holidays).

Larnaca– the most budget and quiet resort throughout Cyprus, there are wide beaches and a convenient gentle entrance to the water. There is one drawback - perhaps someone will not like the planes landing and taking off literally overhead. The sea in Larnaca is warmer than in Ayia Napa and Protaras (sometimes the water in August can warm up to 28 degrees, which seems to be too much: it’s already difficult to cool off in the heat in water of this temperature). The sand in Larnaca and Limassol has a gray tint, which is why the sea does not seem as turquoise as in Ayia Napa and Protaras.

Limassol- the largest resort in Cyprus. There are a lot of restaurants, clubs and other entertainment, luxury hotels, but the coast is not so picturesque. Beaches of Paphos– mostly rocky. Not at all suitable for families with children. But it is able to please divers and, in addition to this, Paphos has the most luxurious sea sunsets on the island.

Beaches of Ayia Napa

Nissi Beach(Nissi Beach) in Ayia Napa

This white sand beach near Ayia Napa is probably the most famous in all of Cyprus. In terms of importance for the entire eastern part of Cyprus, this attraction can be compared with Copacabana for Rio de Janeiro. The “highlight” of this beach is considered to be a small picturesque island in the sea, which can be reached along a sand spit. Nissi Beach has many hotels, excellent infrastructure and a relaxed atmosphere. True, at times the music coming from the speakers may seem overly intrusive.

At the same time, the beach infrastructure and range of entertainment on the beach are beyond praise!

BeachGreek Bay(Greek Bay) in Ayia Napa

Located almost in the very center of Ayia Napa, next to the 5-star hotel of the same name and next to the port. Thanks to its fine golden sand, this beach has gained fame as a favorite place for families with children. Here you will not find such revelry and fun as on NissiBeach, but not everyone goes to Cyprus for round-the-clock parties and new acquaintances.

The beach is well equipped. Mostly guests of the first-class hotels located along the beach relax here.

Kermia Beach(Kermia Beach) in Ayia Napa

The beach is located three kilometers from Ayia Napa, in fact, between Ayia Napa and Protaras, on the western coast of Cape Greco. It is small, sandy and very uncrowded, calm. From Ayia Napa to the beach you can even walk along the pedestrian path leading from the port along the coast. If you come here by car from Ayia Napa, the beach is located to the right of the highway. And between the highway and the beach there are numerous bungalows of the Kermia Beach Bungalow Hotel.

Makronissos Beach (Makronissos Beach) in Ayia Napa

Spacious (as much as 500 meters long), one of the most calm, comfortable, and at the same time clean and beautiful beaches in Ayia Napa. "Miracles?" - you ask. Pure truth! This state of affairs is explained by the fact that the beach is located about 5 km from the center of Ayia Napa, and the parking lot near the beach is very small, and in the season it is filled to capacity from the very morning. So we recommend coming here (unless, of course, you are guests of the nearby Dome Beach and Asterias Beach hotels) early in the morning.

There are no noisy beach disco parties here, but there is a good bar, and those who wish can play volleyball and do water sports. There is even a Diving center on the beach, not to mention the usual beach infrastructure - sun loungers, umbrellas, changing cabins, showers, etc.

Fine sand and a gently deepening bottom make this beach suitable place for holidays with children.

Beaches of Protaras

Fig Tree Bay(Fig Tree Bay) in Protaras

A dream beach in Protaras - in 2011, according to Tripadvisor, the beach was included in the TOP 3 best beaches in Europe and still rightfully bears the proud title of the best beach in Cyprus. A wonderful, almost white, sandy beach with clear water stretches along the coast for 500 meters. It is well equipped: showers and toilets, cafes and restaurants, sun loungers and umbrellas for rent, large parking. If you are planning to come here, keep in mind that the beach is very popular, and by noon all the sun loungers and umbrellas will be occupied. So I advise you to arrive early.

Konnos Bay(Konnos Bay Beach) in Protaras

A small beach (200 x 40 m) with golden sand, located in cozy bay 2 km southeast of Protaras (ie, between Protaras and Ayia Napa).

Due to the fact that the beach is located on a rocky hill, the descent into the water is quite steep, and the shore is rocky in places. Therefore, the beach is not suitable for vacationers with small children. But it is an ideal place for lovers of diving and snorkeling, as well as cliff jumping. High waves are very rare here, because the bay is protected from the wind on both sides.

Even at the height of the season you will not find a large and noisy crowd of vacationers here.

On the beach there is a rental point for umbrellas and sun loungers (the sun loungers here are more like plastic “troughs” in which you can not only sunbathe on the beach, but also swim in the water), a lifeguard tower, beach activities(quite traditional: boat trips And aquatic species sports). The parking lot is located on a hill, about 100 meters from the beach. Nearby there are cafes and restaurants, and several hotels.

The extreme points of the beach are more secluded, where you can feel complete unity with nature, peace and tranquility. From the beach, a narrow and winding path leads to picturesque caves, where in ancient times, according to legend, Cyclops - one-eyed monsters - lived here.

Also nearby is one of the most popular dive spots in Cyprus - ConnosPoint - I recommend it!

Louma Beach (Luma Beach) in Protaras

The beach with sand of a rich golden color (hence its second name - Golden Coast) is located in the central part of the resort of Protaras, near the Golden Coast hotel. The bay is protected from the wind on both sides, entry into the water is very comfortable, so the beach is recommended for vacationers with children.

All beach infrastructure is available here - rental of sun loungers and umbrellas, showers, toilets, cafes. Part of the beach is located in the shade of fig trees.

Sunrise Beach(Sunrise Beach) in Protaras

All Protaras beaches are equally good for family holidays, including those with children, but the sandy Sunrise beach is considered one of the most luxurious and well-equipped. This is not surprising - after all, the beach is located near the 4-5-star Sunrise Beach hotel complex of the same name. Essentially, this beach is a continuation of Fig Tree Bay beach, and then turns into another beach. As a result, in Protaras a long strip of beaches stretches along the entire coast, for many kilometers.

Just above the Sunrise Beach line there is a promenade with an abundance of shops and souvenir shops, taverns and beach bars. There is also a large supermarket here.

The beach has a well-developed infrastructure: rental of umbrellas and sun loungers, showers and toilets, a playground, a rescue tower, and areas for sports games. Beach guests also have access to such entertainment as diving, boat and yacht trips, and an abundance of traditional water attractions and entertainment.

The beach and seabed in this area are fine sandy, and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Flamingo Beach(Flamingo Beach) in Protaras

The beaches of the Protaras resort are simply ideal for a family holiday. Central beach This resort has the Flamingo Beach - with the most developed infrastructure and an abundance of entertainment. Swimming here will be comfortable even for the little ones, because the descent into the sea is gentle, and the water near the shore warms up perfectly. The beach is surprisingly clean and the seabed is sandy, so there is no need to purchase special beach shoes as for pebble beaches.

For many who have visited here, Flamingo Beach resembles the coast in Jurmala, but here it is even more beautiful. Picturesque green slopes overgrown with grass descend to the water itself, and here you can hide from the sun not only under umbrellas, but also in the shade of trees. Umbrellas, sun loungers and parasols can be rented here. The beach has showers, toilets, and changing rooms. This beach is especially recommended for family holidays, and is very popular not only among tourists, but also among local residents.

Beaches of Larnaca

Faros Beach(Pharos Beach) in Larnaca

This wonderful beach with a grayish “mix” of sand and sandstone is protected from the waves by a breakwater that comes almost close to the shore and forms an ideal swimming pool for children.

The beach is located in the town of Pervolia, in the vicinity of Larnaca, on the picturesque Kiti Peninsula. There is enough space for everyone: even during peak season, the beach is not crowded with vacationers.

Keep in mind that there are two beaches with this name in Cyprus. (The second of them is in Paphos). The word "faros" is translated as "lighthouse". Indeed, on the western side of the Kiti Peninsula, there is an active lighthouse. So you can go to this beach not only for romantic photos, but also to get closer to such an important phenomenon for everyone who dreams of the sea, like a lighthouse.

Like all the others listed in this article, Faros Beach is the owner of the Blue Flag for cleanliness and environmental friendliness. The beach infrastructure is adequate: the shore is equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas, rescue towers, there is a volleyball court, and you can rent sports equipment.

Address: Faros Beach, Kiti Peninsula, Larnaca.

MacKenzie Beach(Mackenzie Beach) in Larnaca

The main feature of Mackenzie Beach is the Larnaca Airport runway located literally 100 meters from it. It’s unlikely that anyone would want to come here every day, but it’s definitely worth a visit to enjoy the view of planes landing right above you, as an exotic experience, if you haven’t seen it yet!

The beach itself is long and beautiful, there is no hustle and bustle. The entrance to the water is gentle, and the sea is clean. McKenzie, like most other beaches in Cyprus, is awarded the Blue Flag and is well equipped: sun loungers and umbrellas, showers, toilets, changing cabins and a variety of water attractions.

Beaches of Limassol

Ladies Mile(Lady's Mile)

Definitely the best beach in Limassol (located west of the city on the Akrotiri peninsula) and the largest beach in all of Cyprus. It's worth the drive from the city center. Clean water, warm sea, showers, toilets, sun loungers and umbrellas for rent, children's water attractions, a lot of cozy cafes and restaurants with affordable prices.

Next to the beach there is a British military base, to which the beach owes its romantic name: it was named after a horse named Lady, which belonged to the commander of the base. The Limassol Salt Lake is also located nearby.

Governors Beach (Governors Beach, or Governor's Beach) in Limassol

This incredibly beautiful beach is located 20 km east of Limassol and 40 km southwest of Larnaca. Here you will find an almost alien landscape of miniature black sand beaches, separated from each other by cliffs of snow-white sandstone. The only thing that slightly spoils the view here are the buildings of the military base that begins almost beyond the beach.

The beach got its name in honor of the British governor of the island, who spent several hours a day relaxing on this picturesque beach(Oh, what a nice job my friend had!)

Kourion Beach(Kourion Beach)

The picturesque Kourion beach, about 1 km long, near the village of Episkopi, is the Cypriot “mecca” of all kite and wind surfers. For mere mortals, this is simply a well-equipped beach with clear water, framed by picturesque high white cliffs. There are sun loungers and sun umbrellas, changing cabins, toilets, and showers. Lifeguards are on duty throughout the swimming season.

Nearby is a luxurious amphitheater and the entire archaeological complex of Kourion, with perfectly preserved mosaics.

Beaches of Polis

Latchi Beachin Polis

Latchi was once a small fishing village, but today it is a great place for a beach holiday. The beach may not be as photogenic as famous beaches Protaras and Ayia Napa (because Latchi is a small-pebble beach of a dirty gray color), but Latchi is an ideal place for everyone who is tired of the hustle and bustle and does not find the desired relaxation in crowded popular resorts. Here you can spend time calmly and alone, be alone with nature (the sea here is the purest, magnificent turquoise color!) and your own thoughts.

The beach is well equipped: there are showers, toilets, platforms for easy entry into the water, a path for people with disabilities, rental of sun loungers and umbrellas.

Latchi is located on the picturesque Akamas Peninsula, near the city of Polis.

The Latchi coastline stretches for 1.5 km and smoothly (almost imperceptibly!) merges into Polis beach. The beach strip is wide - 30-50 m. The parking lot is separated from the beach by green vegetation. Breakwaters extend 50 meters into the sea from the shore, thanks to which there are no strong waves or undercurrents. In addition, you can sunbathe on the breakwaters while enjoying complete privacy.

The descent into the water is smooth - this is a big plus if you are relaxing with children. The depth begins at a distance of about 7 m from the shore. The water here is always well warmed up, especially during the season.

Beaches of Paphos

Coral— Bay(Coral Bay Beach) in Paphos

The crystal blue Coral Bay in Paphos is, strictly speaking, not located in the city itself, but thanks to the excellently organized bus service and ample parking, it is convenient to get here.

The best beach around Paphos.

By the way, the yellow sand, which makes Coral Bay so popular among tourists and locals, is brought here from other beaches in Cyprus. In about 20 years, the sand on the beach is completely renewed (as the sea gradually washes it away).

Petra tou Romiou in Paphos

This bay in the suburbs of Paphos is one of the most beautiful and famous places Cyprus. It was here, according to legend, that Aphrodite emerged from the foam of the sea, and here since then a picturesque rock, the “stone of Aphrodite,” has been lying in the water.

The beach here is pebbly, but thanks to this the water is azure blue and very clean. The sea here is unsafe, so jumping from the cliffs is not recommended, but swimming three times around the “Aphrodite’s stone” is recommended for everyone: women - for eternal beauty and youth, men - for inexhaustible strength, and lovers - for eternal love.

Lara Beach (Lara Beach)

Lara is the most “turtle” beach in Cyprus. This rocky beach is located north of Paphos, in an area that can only be reached by a four-wheel drive vehicle. It’s probably not worth going here just for swimming, but wildlife lovers in the appropriate season can find a lot of interesting things here: this one is truly protected area The Mediterranean is full of turtle nests, and in its coastal caves rare white-bellied seals hide from prying eyes.

The tourist flow to the Republic of Cyprus is increasing every year. It is beneficial for the island to attract vacationers, so they are developing tourism infrastructure: build new hotels, roads and shops, maintain historical and architectural attractions in proper condition. But guests are most attracted to the resorts of Cyprus with sandy beaches, and there are a considerable number of them here. Soft sand, smooth entry into the water, versatile water activities - this is appreciated by families with children, young people, and older people.

The most famous and largest Cypriot resorts are Ayia Napa, Protaras, Limassol, Paphos and Larnaca. They lie along the coast of the island. Almost all the beaches on the coast are sandy; they differ only in the color of the sand: natural black, yellow or bulk white. Most of them have blue flags for developed infrastructure and cleanliness, so you don’t have to worry about their environmental safety.

Many of them are municipal property, so entry to the beach is free, but you will have to pay for using all the infrastructure on the shore. This applies to renting sun loungers and umbrellas, and to riding catamarans or water slides.

Hotels in Cyprus with a sandy beach are in particular demand, so it is recommended to book rooms in advance. Let's look at the resorts in more detail from the point of view of beach tourism, including choosing ones suitable for families with children.

Ayia Napa

The resort town in the east of the island grew over several decades from a small village at the monastery of Ayia Napa (“holy avenue”). Now the ancient monastery functions only as a museum, and believers go to services in the new temple built nearby.

Today Ayia Napa is a large tourist town, focused on active and club recreation for young people. The city has countless clubs, bars, discos and souvenir shops. The best sandy beaches of Cyprus are located here, among them the following can be distinguished:

Nissi is the most famous beach in Cyprus, accordingly, the area around it is occupied by the most luxurious hotels. Coastal restaurants, bars and hotels are bustling even in dark time days: incendiary music is heard, noisy themed parties are held. The highlight of Nissi Beach is its white fine imported sand covering the coastal strip. Entertainment on the beach is available to people with different financial conditions and levels of physical fitness: this includes sailing on yachts and catamarans, bungee jumping, banana boat and parachute riding, and playing beach volleyball. After active pastime tourists can eat in numerous cafes on the seashore. Nissi Beach has vast shallow areas where the water warms up well even at the end of the day. swimming season. On the right side of the beach (if you face the sea) there are rocky areas. There is a small island in the sea not far from the shore, which can be reached on foot along a sand spit. Tip: Wear beach shoes when crossing the island to avoid injury from sharp rocks. The disadvantage of the place is that it is crowded.
Pantahou - located to the right of the fishing port. Stretched for more than a kilometer. The narrow beach strip is framed by a rocky shore with growing palm trees and acacias. The crowded shore becomes quiet only at night and in the pre-dawn hours. To relax with children on this beach, choose its left, calmer side. On the right side there are restaurants and hookah bars, discos and bars.
Landa, or New Golden Beach, is 400 m long and 50 m wide. The white sandy coast is the owner blue flag, it is more suitable for children than Nissy. Landa Beach offers sports and entertainment equipment rentals, bungalows and restaurants, picnic areas and parking lots.
Makronissos is a non-party area 5 km from the resort center. Hotels attract families with children precisely because of this quiet shore with fine light sand and a gentle entrance to the sea.

There are others in the Ayia Napa area that are suitable for families with children: Ayia Thekla, Sandy, Krio Nero and Kermia.

Makronissos Beach

Protaras

This resort in the southeast of Cyprus is aimed at families with children. Located 10 km from Ayia Napa. When searching for those resorts where Cyprus has good sandy beaches, many family tourists choose Protaras. There is white sand on the shore here, developed infrastructure and a gentle entrance to the sea.

The beach in Fig Tree Bay has become a place of rest not only for visitors with children, but also for local residents. Crowded during the high summer season, the influx of tourists is reduced in September and May, when schoolchildren are in session. Luxury hotels next to the beach, working on an all-inclusive basis, they offer guests various services: use of a swimming pool, boat trips along the coast, sightseeing trips To interesting places, rental of beach equipment: scuba gear, catamarans, boats. Budget hotels and boarding houses for a low cost offer only accommodation in comfortable conditions, sometimes with breakfast.
Konnos Bay is located 2 km from the center of Protaras. Not very suitable for families with children due to the steep or long descent to the sea, but perfect for scuba divers and divers.
Luma, the beach next to the Zolotoy Bereg hotel, is located in a cozy bay, protected from wind and waves. Golden sand, green date palms in the hotel area, cleanliness, shallow blue water - ideal conditions for a cozy family vacation.
Sunrise, a beach near the hotel of the same name, located on the shore. The uncrowded shore with fine sand stretches for 500 m. Entrance is free for everyone. Those staying in nearby hotels will find entertainment on the beach for children, young people and the elderly.
Flamingo is a beach with fine sand, where grassy green slopes descend directly to the water. Cyprus resorts offer not only passive, but also leisure, Flamingo was no exception. Boats and steamboats, jet skis and paragliders, tennis courts are available to vacationers, and souvenir shops and cafes are open on the embankment. Quite a crowded place.

Beach at Fig Tree Bay

Limassol

This city in the south of the island is one of the largest in Cyprus, and one of the noisiest and most cheerful. Like many popular resorts, the city builds hotels of various levels of service, for every budget, so both lovers of luxurious life and people on a limited budget come here. From Limassol you can go on boat excursions to Israel, Egypt or the island of Rhodes. You can have fun with your children in water parks, amusement parks and the zoo.

In Limassol, the beach area stretches for 10 km; the beaches are not only sandy, there are pebble and sand-pebble beaches. The sand in Limassol is dark volcanic, with impurities that are beneficial for human skin.

The best beach in Limassol is the sand and pebble Ladies Mile (“Ladies’ Mile”). It is very long, about 7 km in length, and has all the necessary infrastructure. Here you can go diving, karting, and yachting. There is also entertainment for children. Among the sand and pebble ones, you can also name Dasoudi, Akti Olympion, Governors, Pissouri, Aphrodite and Miami.

Ladies Mile

Larnaca

This city in the southeast has a long beach line 25 km. There is no white sand, so beloved by children. The beaches are covered with small pebbles or gray sand mixed with shell rock. The beach infrastructure is also very diverse. Among the beaches are the following: Finikoudes, Dhekelia, Mackenzie, Faros, Kastella, Yanates.

Finikoudes

Pathos

The city in the southwest of Cyprus, according to legend, is the birthplace of the goddess of love Aphrodite. She emerged from the sea foam on the shore of Petra tou Romiou. Within the city there are sandy, pebble and wild rocky beaches. We are only considering sandy ones where you can come for comfortable rest with children - Coral Bay, Corallia, Vrisudiya. Sandy and pebbly: Geroskipou, Latchi.

Petra tou Romiou beach

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