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famagusta

Konnos Bay

A sheltered 200m cove of fine golden sand and calm, crystal-clear water set among pine-covered hills between Cape Greco and Protaras. A Blue Flag beach within a national forest park.

famagusta

Nissi Beach

One of Ayia Napa's most famous beaches, a roughly 500m cove of fine white sand and shallow turquoise water with a small islet reachable by wading. Lively beach-bar scene, water sports and Blue Flag status.

paphos

Alki Beach

Casual resort with direct beach access, plus indoor & outdoor pools, a spa & gardens.

paphos

Blue Coral

Relaxed trio of beachfront villas with kitchens & outdoor pools, plus a 1-bedroom bungalow.

paphos

Blue Lagoon

Relaxed seafront hotel offering a kosher restaurant, a bar & a spa, plus indoor & outdoor pools.

paphos

Blue Lagoon (Akamas)

The largest lagoon on the Akamas peninsula near Polis, famed for vivid turquoise water ideal for swimming and snorkelling. Reached by boat or 4x4 within the protected national park.

paphos

Coral Bay

A crescent of soft white sand about 600m long enclosed by two limestone headlands, 11km north of Paphos in Peyia. A Blue Flag beach with calm water popular for swimming and families.

larnaca

CTO Beach

Low-key beach with clear, shallow water & amenities, such as umbrellas & sun beds.

limassol

Dasoudi Beach

An urban Blue Flag beach on Limassol's eastern seafront, backed by a shady eucalyptus grove and separated by breakwaters. Family-friendly with safe swimming and a coastal park.

paphos

Elysium Beach

Polished hotel offering a private beach, a kids' club & restaurants, plus 2 outdoor pools & a spa.

paphos

Faros Beach

Sandy beach offering sunset views & a lengthy boardwalk for walking, jogging & sightseeing.

larnaca

Faros Beach (Pervolia)

A roughly 500m strip of fine beige sand with calm, shallow water beside the Cape Kiti lighthouse south of Pervolia. A Blue Flag beach with greenery, water sports and disabled access.

larnaca

Finikoudes Beach

Larnaca's central town beach, a roughly 600m strip of sand backed by a palm-lined promenade. A sociable, family-friendly Blue Flag beach in the heart of the city.

limassol

Governor's Beach

A series of small sandy coves with dark sand framed by dramatic white chalk cliffs known as the 'White Rocks', midway between Limassol and Larnaca. Crystal-clear water and a scenic, secluded feel.

larnaca

Kastella Beach

A sandy beach just south of Larnaca's Finikoudes, quieter than the town centre with shallow water. Backed by cafes and tavernas.

famagusta

Katsarka

Small beach by the harbor with a rocky shoreline, clear blue waters & some facilities.

paphos

Kefalos Beach

Understated quarters in a relaxed seafront resort with restaurants, 2 pools & a private beach area.

limassol

Kourion Beach

A long sandy-and-pebble Blue Flag beach below the ancient city of Kourion west of Limassol, backed by cliffs. Popular for windsurfing thanks to reliable breezes.

limassol

Lady's Mile Beach

A roughly 5km stretch of dark grey-to-golden sand with shallow, calm water along the Akrotiri peninsula south of Limassol. Cyprus's longest beach, dotted with tavernas and named after a British governor's mare.

paphos

Lara Beach

A remote, undeveloped golden-sand bay on the west coast of the Akamas peninsula, reachable only by 4x4. Cyprus's main sea-turtle conservation site, where green and loggerhead turtles nest and umbrellas are banned to protect the nests.

paphos

Latchi Beach

The main public beach of the fishing village of Latchi (Latsi) near Polis, a mix of sand and pebbles beside a busy harbour. Gateway for boat trips to the Akamas peninsula and Blue Lagoon.

limassol

Loures

Beach in Limassol.

larnaca

Mackenzie Beach

This sandy beach features swimming & a promenade with palm trees, cafes, bars & eateries.

famagusta

Makronissos Beach

A sheltered Blue Flag beach of fine golden sand and shallow water at the western edge of Ayia Napa, linked to smaller neighbouring coves. Family-friendly with water sports, near ancient rock-cut tombs.

limassol

Maria

Restaurant in Limassol.

paphos

Pachyamos Beach

Hotels back this narrow, sandy beach for water sports, with lounge chairs & umbrellas for rent.

famagusta

Pantachou beach (Limanaki)

1.2-km. sandy beach featuring sun bed rentals, changing rooms, eateries & water-sports vendors.

famagusta

Pernera Beach

A small Blue Flag beach of golden sand and calm, shallow water in the Pernera area north of Protaras. Quiet and family-oriented.

paphos

Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock)

A dramatic pebble beach with offshore sea stacks on the Paphos-Limassol coast road, mythologised as the birthplace of Aphrodite. An iconic landmark, though strong currents can make swimming hazardous.

limassol

Pissouri Bay

A sheltered bay of sand and shingle between Limassol and Paphos, with clear water and a relaxed resort village above. A Blue Flag beach popular for swimming and water sports.