Guidebook for Limassol
Food Scene
One of the best Traditional Tavernas, awarded many times by the Time Out Awards
21 locals recommend
Forsos Tavern
49 Αγίου ΕλευθερίουOne of the best Traditional Tavernas, awarded many times by the Time Out Awards
Owned and run by Syrian expats, you can enjoy the real taste of Middle Eastern cuisine. The dips are fantastic and during the summer you can enjoy the open garden area, eating under the lemon trees!
38 locals recommend
Syrian resturant
Georgiou 'AOwned and run by Syrian expats, you can enjoy the real taste of Middle Eastern cuisine. The dips are fantastic and during the summer you can enjoy the open garden area, eating under the lemon trees!
My favorite Mexican cuisine in town with great margaritas and tasteful fajitas and flautas! Just having the dips can be enough to fill your stomach!
8 locals recommend
Rio Bravo Saloon
5 AriadnisMy favorite Mexican cuisine in town with great margaritas and tasteful fajitas and flautas! Just having the dips can be enough to fill your stomach!
International cuisine, but the spare ribs are just delicious!
54 locals recommend
Chesters Bar and Restaurant
B1International cuisine, but the spare ribs are just delicious!
Famous for its Jack Daniel's sauce, the international chain of restaurants has its presence in Limassol also.
29 locals recommend
TGI Fridays Cyprus - Limassol Enaerios
Famous for its Jack Daniel's sauce, the international chain of restaurants has its presence in Limassol also.
Inside the Columbia Plaza complex, the food is great but prices are on the upper scale. Only upon reservations.
35 locals recommend
Columbia Plaza
223 Agiou AndreouInside the Columbia Plaza complex, the food is great but prices are on the upper scale. Only upon reservations.
Great international food, at reasonable prices, all while enjoying views on the Limassol Medieval Castle. Place is usually packed on weekends.
12 locals recommend
Draught Microbrewery Bar & Grill
Great international food, at reasonable prices, all while enjoying views on the Limassol Medieval Castle. Place is usually packed on weekends.
One of the nicest cafe/bars, modern décor, right on the coastal avenue with sea-view! In addition to the coffees and deserts, the salads are great and come in huge portions!
7 locals recommend
Pascuchi
One of the nicest cafe/bars, modern décor, right on the coastal avenue with sea-view! In addition to the coffees and deserts, the salads are great and come in huge portions!
More than just coffee, this is one of my favourite places to relax right on the beach. Food menu is not large, but all plates are delicious. Turns into a bar later in the evening.
55 locals recommend
PlusSea
Beachside Pedestrian PathwayMore than just coffee, this is one of my favourite places to relax right on the beach. Food menu is not large, but all plates are delicious. Turns into a bar later in the evening.
I love Puesta for its sea view, location, ambiance and the food. Also great for spending a day drinking a cocktail or wine over a lazy afternoon. You shouldn't be on a hurry as service can be slow.
51 locals recommend
Puesta Oyster Bar & Grill
I love Puesta for its sea view, location, ambiance and the food. Also great for spending a day drinking a cocktail or wine over a lazy afternoon. You shouldn't be on a hurry as service can be slow.
Dream Bar is a great place for a coffee, food is good and at very reasonable prices... Great for something casual right on the beach.
Dream Cafe
Beachside Pedestrian PathwayDream Bar is a great place for a coffee, food is good and at very reasonable prices... Great for something casual right on the beach.
Stylish Traditional Taverna with Greek and Cypriot cuisine, open only for dinner. It is housed in a traditional house and has live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Book ahead. Highly recommended.
Istorikón
Κιτίου ΚυπριανούStylish Traditional Taverna with Greek and Cypriot cuisine, open only for dinner. It is housed in a traditional house and has live music on Fridays and Saturdays. Book ahead. Highly recommended.
Lighthouse is situated on a great beach. The unobstructed sea view, the white & blue design, the sophisticated ambience and the great service make it a great spot to spend some time.
29 locals recommend
Lighthouse - Surf & Turf
106 Georgiou 'ALighthouse is situated on a great beach. The unobstructed sea view, the white & blue design, the sophisticated ambience and the great service make it a great spot to spend some time.
One of the liveliest beach cafés at the seafront in the Old Town of Limassol. A favourite of mine, for a cappuccino, an ice-cream or a freshly squeezed orange juice. Great for the pocket also!
11 locals recommend
Thalassaki
Pedestrian and Bycicle pathOne of the liveliest beach cafés at the seafront in the Old Town of Limassol. A favourite of mine, for a cappuccino, an ice-cream or a freshly squeezed orange juice. Great for the pocket also!
Loved for its views on the sea, and relaxing atmosphere, I usually go there for coffee. A great place to have a stop, while walking along the promenade!
21 locals recommend
Blueberry Cafe
Loved for its views on the sea, and relaxing atmosphere, I usually go there for coffee. A great place to have a stop, while walking along the promenade!
Right at the St Raphael Marina, Sailor's Rest is a great place to have a rest, even if you aren't a sailor! Prices a bit on the upper scale, but the beach there is amongst the best of Limassol!
13 locals recommend
Sailor's Rest Lounge Bar Restaurant
502 Amathountos AvenueRight at the St Raphael Marina, Sailor's Rest is a great place to have a rest, even if you aren't a sailor! Prices a bit on the upper scale, but the beach there is amongst the best of Limassol!
The Royal Apollonia
68 Γεωρ. Α'A very nice Japanese restaurant!
Arts & Culture
K Cineplex Limassol
8 Ariadnis6-Screen Cinema with all the latest movies
Theatre in the centre of the city with a monthly schedule of performances. The public square opposite the theatre has many cafés popular with university students.
34 locals recommend
Rialto Theatre
19 Andrea DrousiotiTheatre in the centre of the city with a monthly schedule of performances. The public square opposite the theatre has many cafés popular with university students.
Sightseeing
Amathus Archaeological Site. Amathus was one of the most important city - kingdoms of ancient Cyprus, and it is situated about a 5min drive from here. You can have great sea views from the Acropolis!
47 locals recommend
Amathus Ruins
Amathus Archaeological Site. Amathus was one of the most important city - kingdoms of ancient Cyprus, and it is situated about a 5min drive from here. You can have great sea views from the Acropolis!
The Dam is less than a 10min drive from here and yet you feel like you leave the city behind and enter the countryside with orange farms & plant nurseries in the valley below. Perfect for hiking!
Yermasoyia Dam
The Dam is less than a 10min drive from here and yet you feel like you leave the city behind and enter the countryside with orange farms & plant nurseries in the valley below. Perfect for hiking!
It is situated in the heart of the old town, just above the old harbor. It now houses the Medieval Museum of Cyprus.
123 locals recommend
Limassol Castle
73 AnkaraIt is situated in the heart of the old town, just above the old harbor. It now houses the Medieval Museum of Cyprus.
Kolossi Castle is situated about a 20min drive from here. It was built in the 15th century and belonged to the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem. The road to the castle is lined with orange groves!
61 locals recommend
Kolossi Castle
Λεωφόρος Αρχιεπισκόπου Μακαρίου ΓKolossi Castle is situated about a 20min drive from here. It was built in the 15th century and belonged to the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem. The road to the castle is lined with orange groves!
Originally built in the 2nd century bc, Kourion’s awe-inspiring theatre is still used for musical & theatrical performances! Bonus: amazing views on the sea and the beach down the hill is not so busy!
156 locals recommend
Kourion
Originally built in the 2nd century bc, Kourion’s awe-inspiring theatre is still used for musical & theatrical performances! Bonus: amazing views on the sea and the beach down the hill is not so busy!
Situated about 2 kms west of the ancient city of Kourion, the Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates was one of the principal religious centres of Cyprus where Apollo was worshipped as the god of the woodlands.
28 locals recommend
The Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates
Situated about 2 kms west of the ancient city of Kourion, the Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates was one of the principal religious centres of Cyprus where Apollo was worshipped as the god of the woodlands.
Monastery relatively close to Limassol, it is quiet and has a relaxing ambience. A nice stop on your way to Governor's Beach!
23 locals recommend
Agios Georgios Alamanou Beach
Monastery relatively close to Limassol, it is quiet and has a relaxing ambience. A nice stop on your way to Governor's Beach!
1 of the most impressive natural sites of Cyprus, Rock of Aphrodite or Petra tou Romiou is, according to legend, the spot where Aphrodite, Goddess of love and beauty, rose from the waves & foaming sea
140 locals recommend
Petra tou Romiou
1 of the most impressive natural sites of Cyprus, Rock of Aphrodite or Petra tou Romiou is, according to legend, the spot where Aphrodite, Goddess of love and beauty, rose from the waves & foaming sea
A 45min drive, you can reach Mount Olympus, the highest point of Cyprus, at the top of the Troodos mountains, where you can enjoy fresh air, natural beauty. At the square, you can find local products.
28 locals recommend
Mount Olympos
A 45min drive, you can reach Mount Olympus, the highest point of Cyprus, at the top of the Troodos mountains, where you can enjoy fresh air, natural beauty. At the square, you can find local products.
Simply a must see... Cypriot nature at its best... Secluded... usually not a lot of people around. You can simply sit back and relax, listening to the waterfall. Take pictures! and wet your feet!
30 locals recommend
Millomeris Waterfalls
Simply a must see... Cypriot nature at its best... Secluded... usually not a lot of people around. You can simply sit back and relax, listening to the waterfall. Take pictures! and wet your feet!
Clean, shallow waters, which is a + for kids. In addition, there are quite a few fish taverns serving fresh fish or just a cool drink!
56 locals recommend
Lady's Mile Beach
Clean, shallow waters, which is a + for kids. In addition, there are quite a few fish taverns serving fresh fish or just a cool drink!
Drinks & Nightlife
Great draught beer, but the food served is equally delicious. Large portions at great prices and great service!
12 locals recommend
Molly Malones Irish Pub and Restaurant
B1Great draught beer, but the food served is equally delicious. Large portions at great prices and great service!
During the day, you can relax on chilling loungers with cocktails and take a swim in the lovely beach in front of the bar. On Sundays, the atmosphere turns into crazy & lively parties. Younger crowd.
68 locals recommend
Guaba Beach Bar
AmathountosDuring the day, you can relax on chilling loungers with cocktails and take a swim in the lovely beach in front of the bar. On Sundays, the atmosphere turns into crazy & lively parties. Younger crowd.
Drops
AmathountosNice bar, suitable for coffee during the day, it is located on a nice public beach.
This bar/cafe is located right on the beach-front offering a pleasant view and a wide range of cocktails. It plays the very best chilled out music during the week but pumps up the beat on the weekends
55 locals recommend
Breeze Summer Club
98 Georgiou 'AThis bar/cafe is located right on the beach-front offering a pleasant view and a wide range of cocktails. It plays the very best chilled out music during the week but pumps up the beat on the weekends
7Seas is an elegant music bar with a nightly entertainment program. It has popular resident DJs and often hosts live bands and performances by international artists.
26 locals recommend
7 Seas Music Bar
223 Agiou Andreou7Seas is an elegant music bar with a nightly entertainment program. It has popular resident DJs and often hosts live bands and performances by international artists.
Entertainment & Activities
This part of the promenade has been renovated into a great sculpture park, dotted with palms and other trees. Popular with walkers, joggers and cyclists, it also has various playgrounds kids love!
51 locals recommend
Molos
MolosThis part of the promenade has been renovated into a great sculpture park, dotted with palms and other trees. Popular with walkers, joggers and cyclists, it also has various playgrounds kids love!
McDonald's
107 Georgiou 'AMcDonald's, of course, with a luna park right next to it.
Makes for a great day out! Various slides, something for the whole family. Worth it if you plan to spend the whole day, a bit expensive if you plan to only spend 2-3 hours
85 locals recommend
Fasouri Watermania Water Park
Makes for a great day out! Various slides, something for the whole family. Worth it if you plan to spend the whole day, a bit expensive if you plan to only spend 2-3 hours
Essentials
More than just a bakery, you can also find fresh sandwiches ready-to-eat, pastries, refreshments, etc
36 locals recommend
Sigma Bakeries
2 AmathountosMore than just a bakery, you can also find fresh sandwiches ready-to-eat, pastries, refreshments, etc
You can find anything you want in this large hypermarket. It is one of the market chains with the most competitive prices in Cyprus.
34 locals recommend
Sklavenitis - Columbia
11 Spyrou KyprianouYou can find anything you want in this large hypermarket. It is one of the market chains with the most competitive prices in Cyprus.
Orphanides Supermarket
The nearest supermarket
Everything Else
A nearby bus stop of Line 30, the bus line which services the whole of the Limassol seafront.
Aquarius Hotel Bus Stop station
AmathountosA nearby bus stop of Line 30, the bus line which services the whole of the Limassol seafront.
The closest bus stop of Line 30, the bus line which services the whole of the Limassol seafront.
High Chaparral Bus Stop station
Georgiou A'The closest bus stop of Line 30, the bus line which services the whole of the Limassol seafront.