Limassol has something for everyone - a cosmopolitan town filled with history and a wealth of natural beauty. With vast sandy beaches, a range of accommodation options and a bustling shopping centre you'll never run out of things to do in what is arguably the most versatile town in Cyprus. Sunshine is the order of nearly every day with hot summers and mild winters punctuated by brief spring and autumn seasons. The best time to travel to Limassol is during the summer when blue skies are guaranteed and the air is cooled by gentle sea breezes. Limassol can be reached with an approximate one-hour transfer time from both Paphos and Larnaca airports and flights to both are regular from UK airports all year round.
Ideal for couples and families, Limassol offers something for everyone with its modern facilities and vast sandy beaches…
Limassol is such a diverse holiday destination that any type of holidaymaker will thoroughly enjoy a visit thanks to its many modern facilities, waterpark, cafes and restaurants serving international cuisine. The area is best for couples and families with a relaxing and safe beach as well as a cinema and bowling alley nearby. The vibrant nightlife is also a draw for young visitors with everything from traditional tavernas to lively discos, with many believing that Limassol has the most varied nightlife on the island, particularly during the summer months. Limassol is a working town and port with many services available.
One of the biggest draws for Limassol is the accommodation itself with many luxurious hotels dotted along the coastline. There are many modern apartment hotels and villas, with family friendly facilities and most of the cheaper accommodation is less central.
The nightlife in Limassol is wide ranging with a choice of traditional tavernas, outdoor cafes, evening bars and nightclubs that cover everything from 70s and 80s music to house and garage. Some of the most popular establishments include the Caribbean Night Spot and Disco, Mylos Disco and Ataliotis Costakis Pub. There are restaurants galore for those who enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, with lots of traditional meze restaurants in the town centre and eastern quarters.
A number of good beaches can be found on the outskirts of the resort though tourists should be aware that many are owned by hotels and charge a fee for non-guests. The stunning Ladies Mile is a golden sandy beach with crystal clear waters and a number of watersport facilities. The waters are also shallow making it ideal for children, and despite its suitability it remains comparatively peaceful all year round.
Curium Beach is also within close reach and is one of the most appealing on the island. The sea tends to be rough, but the sands shelve gently, the ancient Roman Curium Amphitheatre overlooks the beach and the area is popular with sailors and hang gliders that float down from the Curium cliffs. The sandy beach of Avmidou, located on the grounds of the British military base of Akrotiri, is another fashionable retreat that is enjoyed by thousands of tourists.
Limassol is the centre of winemaking on the island and there is a wine festival held here every year. There are also many archaeological sites scattered throughout the island such as Limassol Castle, which is situated near the old harbour, and contains an interesting medieval museum. Visitors also appreciate the city park and zoo, along with Limassol Archaeological Museum, the latter containing everything from knives and arrowheads to jewels and coins.
As with Paphos, Limassol has a variety of shops with Anexartiatis and Agiou Andreou Streets encircling the entire centre of the town. Here you can buy everything from baskets and leather goods to embroidered lace, along with very cheap and popular local spirits.
