Ayia Napa is a resort in the South-East corner of Cyprus. This area is famous for its nightclub scene and attracts a lot of tourists. Although young people may love the area, it is not well suited for people seeking family holidays or a less commercial experience of Cyprus. However, there are still some historical and cultural places of interest to be seen here.
Getting there
The easiest way to get to Ayia Napa is to fly into Lanarca airport. From there you can get a taxi, which will cost you 40 to 55 Euros depending on your negotiation skills. You can also get a bus from Lanarca airport to Ayia Napa, which will cost you only 4 Euros.
Things to do in Ayia Napa
Beaches
There are several blue flag (certified clean) beaches to choose from if you wish to sunbathe or go swimming in our beautiful sea. You will be able to do watersports and activities like jet-skiing here.
· Nissi beach – a beautiful and clean beach, but it gets very busy and you will need to get here early during peak times.
· Makronisos Beach – another beautiful beach which is very popular, it’s slightly further away so sometimes less packed than Nissi beach.
· Grecian Bay – not as popular as the two previous two beaches, but equally nice to visit. This is the closest beach to the town centre.
· Sandy Bay – this sheltered beach is better for families, and it’s still easy to get to. There are fine white sands, clear sea, and some nice eateries here.
Ayia Napa also has a waterpark, which is suitable for families and open 7 days a week.
Clubs
You can’t mention Ayia Napa without talking about clubs. The DJs here play a mixture of dance, urban and party music, with lots of popular floor fillers and summer tunes. Ayia Napa clubs generally run from 12am-5am, with some staying open later. The most popular clubs here are Club Aqua, Castle Club, and Chameleon Club, but there’s a lot to choose from so have fun checking them out.
Clubs here aren’t cheap, particularly in high season. However, you can get deals from promo people offering cheap tickets, and some venues do cheap drinks deals.
History and Culture
If you’re looking for something a bit more relaxed, it’s worth checking out the Ayia Napa monastery, which dates back to 1500. This place will take you back to the time when Ayia Napa was a sleepy fishing village.
You can also visit Cape Greco which is only 10 minutes’ drive away, and considered one of the most beautiful places on the island.
The Tornaritis-Pierides Museum of Marine Life is located in the lower level of Tower hall. It has exhibitions of past and present sea life from the Mediterranean, and is focused on study and preservation of marine animals.
Nature lovers will also enjoy Thalassa, the Municipal Museum of the Sea. This museum holds some fascinating artefacts and sea-related art, and it regularly hosts cultural events and educational programmes.
Also notable are the Makronissos Tombs in the west Ayia Napa village. These 19 rock-cut tombs, dating back to Roman times, are definitely worth a visit.
Getting there
The easiest way to get to Ayia Napa is to fly into Lanarca airport. From there you can get a taxi, which will cost you 40 to 55 Euros depending on your negotiation skills. You can also get a bus from Lanarca airport to Ayia Napa, which will cost you only 4 Euros.
Things to do in Ayia Napa
Beaches
There are several blue flag (certified clean) beaches to choose from if you wish to sunbathe or go swimming in our beautiful sea. You will be able to do watersports and activities like jet-skiing here.
· Nissi beach – a beautiful and clean beach, but it gets very busy and you will need to get here early during peak times.
· Makronisos Beach – another beautiful beach which is very popular, it’s slightly further away so sometimes less packed than Nissi beach.
· Grecian Bay – not as popular as the two previous two beaches, but equally nice to visit. This is the closest beach to the town centre.
· Sandy Bay – this sheltered beach is better for families, and it’s still easy to get to. There are fine white sands, clear sea, and some nice eateries here.
Ayia Napa also has a waterpark, which is suitable for families and open 7 days a week.
Clubs
You can’t mention Ayia Napa without talking about clubs. The DJs here play a mixture of dance, urban and party music, with lots of popular floor fillers and summer tunes. Ayia Napa clubs generally run from 12am-5am, with some staying open later. The most popular clubs here are Club Aqua, Castle Club, and Chameleon Club, but there’s a lot to choose from so have fun checking them out.
Clubs here aren’t cheap, particularly in high season. However, you can get deals from promo people offering cheap tickets, and some venues do cheap drinks deals.
History and Culture
If you’re looking for something a bit more relaxed, it’s worth checking out the Ayia Napa monastery, which dates back to 1500. This place will take you back to the time when Ayia Napa was a sleepy fishing village.
You can also visit Cape Greco which is only 10 minutes’ drive away, and considered one of the most beautiful places on the island.
The Tornaritis-Pierides Museum of Marine Life is located in the lower level of Tower hall. It has exhibitions of past and present sea life from the Mediterranean, and is focused on study and preservation of marine animals.
Nature lovers will also enjoy Thalassa, the Municipal Museum of the Sea. This museum holds some fascinating artefacts and sea-related art, and it regularly hosts cultural events and educational programmes.
Also notable are the Makronissos Tombs in the west Ayia Napa village. These 19 rock-cut tombs, dating back to Roman times, are definitely worth a visit.
