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Larnaca

A serene vacation in the embrace of Larnaca

Larnaca, nestled along the Mediterranean Sea, feels like it was tailor-made for a tranquil vacation. This charming city effortlessly blends the richness of its ancient heritage with the convenience of a contemporary resort. Visitors can bask in the region's natural beauty, delve into its centuries-old history, and relish an array of entertainment options.

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Guide to Larnaca

The perfect combination of an ancient city and a luxurious modern resort.

The historic city graces the southeastern coast of Cyprus, a legendary island embraced by the turquoise Mediterranean Sea. Larnaca serves as the administrative hub for the eponymous district within the Republic of Cyprus, situated just fifty kilometers from the capital, Nicosia.

Its hallmark is the Phoenicia, or Palm, promenade, a central artery of the city. Here, you'll find the city's primary beach, Finikoudes, a picturesque sea harbor, a wooden pier, and a medieval fortress.

Larnaca proudly asserts its claim as the island's oldest city, supported by archaeological discoveries dating back over 6,000 years. Moreover, the enchanting sandy beaches captivate visitors, with many earning the prestigious blue flag for cleanliness.

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Tips for tourists

Walking around the city should start at the Phoenicia promenade, where you'll find the beach of the same name, restaurants and the Old Town is just a short walk away.

For beach lovers, the Mackenzie area is the best place to live. There are many new hotels and bars and restaurants right on the beach.

If you can't stand the heat, we recommend traveling in early fall or late spring (air temperature around +25°C).

Population

80 000

Time zone

UTC+2, in summer UTC+3

Language

Greek

Currency

EUR

Tours to Larnaca

Many people mistakenly believe that a vacation in Cyprus must be exceptionally costly. While you can certainly plan a high-end getaway, there are also ways to save money, such as opting for affordable tours to fascinating places like Larnaca.

Larnaca serves as a perfect illustration of a Mediterranean resort designed with tourists in mind, yet it has managed to preserve its distinct Cypriot culture. Sightseeing tours encompass ancient fortresses, historic churches, and well-preserved stone houses that appear frozen in time.

The cost of a vacation here is surprisingly reasonable, even during peak season. With careful planning, like purchasing tickets and booking hotel rooms well in advance, you can enjoy a vacation for as little as 300-400 EUR.

Larnaca balances seriousness and charm effortlessly. It captivates visitors with tales of meteorites and angels, invites them with its azure waves, and guarantees hot, sun-soaked summers. Affordable souvenirs and delightful local cuisine turn your vacation into a season of exploration.

It's worth noting that budget-friendly holiday packages are available even in the midst of summer when tourists from all over Europe descend upon Larnaca. Opting for a tailor-made trip ensures a memorable experience in this captivating city.

Interesting places in Larnaca

The Larnaca sightseeing map will take you to the Finikoudes Boulevard, where you traditionally start to explore the city. It's a relatively small promenade lined with the date palms that give the promenade its name.

Old fortress

A colorful building from the 14th century. The museum of the medieval history of the city is also located here.

St. Lazarus Church

The pride of the church is the iconostasis of the XVIII century, ancient Byzantine frescoes and bas-reliefs, as well as the relics of the saint.

Kition

An ancient Phoenician city. Today it is the remains of fortress walls and ruins of temples.

Travel budget

Flight ticket prices

Flying from Paris, tourists can buy air tickets to Larnaca on direct flights of Air France from 250 EUR round trip. Paris-Larnaca flights with connections are offered by Lufthansa (via Frankfurt), British Airways (with a connection in London) from 300 EUR round trip. The minimum flight duration is almost 3 hours.

Direct flights from Berlin to Larnaca are operated by Ryanair, Lufthansa, EasyJet, with connections - carriers SWISS (with a stopover in Zurich), Austrian Airlines (via Vienna), Air Serbia (with a stopover in Belgrade), LOT (via Warsaw). In the "high season" the price of a round-trip air ticket to Larnaca for one person is about 350 EUR. A non-stop flight Berlin-Larnaca takes about 4 hours, in case of a connecting flight the travel time increases to almost 7 hours.

Besides regular flights, at the height of the tourist season air carriers offer many charter flights from various cities across Europe.

The best hotels in Larnaca

The best hotels in Larnaca are the five-star Golden Bay Hotel and The Ciao Stelio Deluxe Hotel. Both have stylish decor and modern facilities, while Golden Bay Beach boasts extensive landscaped gardens and a gorgeous pool.

Some of Larnaca's other four-star hotels have excellent reviews, including Sun Hall, Lordos Beach, Palm Beach Hotel & Bungalows and Sentido Sandy Beach Hotel & Spa, all of which have their own swimming pools, bars and restaurants, spa facilities and numerous entertainment options.

It is worth noting that Larnaca's apartment hotels, such as Eleonora Hotel Apartments, P. Ioannou Flats, Stephanie City Apartments, Marina Apartments 211 or Galatia Executive Suites, have earned the most ardent love from tourists. Booking a room in these hotels promises an almost homely atmosphere, combined with a decent level of service and a democratic price.

The cost of vacation

Reviews about vacations in Larnaca indicate that compared to other resorts in Cyprus, the prices here are the most democratic. Nevertheless, the following expenses should be taken into account in your budget:

The budget for a trip to Larnaca
Flight	from 250 EUR	Accommodation	from 30 EUR
Average check in a restaurant	from 15 EUR	Transport fare	from 1.5 EUR
Excursion	from 50 EUR
Total: from 822 EUR for four days

Larnaca: tips for tourists

tripmydream has gathered the most useful information for you to make your stay in Larnaca comfortable and carefree.

Visa to Larnaca

No visa needed for European citizens

Airport

Larnaka International Airport is considered the main air harbor of Cyprus. It has luggage storage, car rental, cab service, VIP lounge, free Wi-Fi, Duty Free stores, cafes and other services.

Larnaka Airport is divided into 2 levels: Level 1 is for arriving passengers and Level 2 is for departing passengers. Both levels offer passengers a traditional range of services including parking lots, car rental offices, bank branches and currency exchange offices, rest areas, free internet, stores and restaurants.

Larnaka International Airport provides passengers with SMS flight status (check-in/boarding/departure, arrival/delay).

Airport transfer

At the exit of the airport terminal you will find a shuttle bus stop, a tourist bus stop and a cab rank. The city center is only 8km from the airport, so it should take no more than half an hour by any mode of transport.

The cheapest way to get to the city is to take one of the shuttle buses connecting the airport with Larnaka Central Bus Station. These routes are offered by Zenon Larnaka Buses (buses #417, 419, 425, 429). A ticket costs 1.5 EUR, while the night fare (21:00-4:00) is 2.5 EUR.

A cab ride to the city center costs about 10 EUR (12 EUR at night).

How to get to Larnaca from the airport

Car rental

The price of car rental in Larnaca depends on the class of car (the cooler, the more expensive), duration of the rental (the longer, the cheaper), equipment (you have to pay for additional equipment), type of insurance (the standard package includes CDW, TP and Third Party), season (in summer it is more expensive than in the "low season") and on average starts from 25-30 EUR.

Larnaca offices may offer car rental without deposit and cash payment, but large companies do not practice this. For registration of the contract you will need a driver's license (you can national) and a passport.

Be aware that Cyprus has left-hand traffic, a lot of "lying" police, but also a lot of signs (inscriptions are duplicated in English). You will have to pay for parking - on average 0.5 EUR.

24 hour car rental in Larnaca

Transport

Larnaca's public transportation is represented by buses that connect different parts of the city and run every 20-30 minutes. The central station is located just above the start of Finikoudes Boulevard, near the marina, and there is a bus stop on the boulevard itself with a route map and timetable.

Larnaca transportation prices are 1.5 EUR for a single ticket and 5 EUR for a day ticket. Several routes run at night (fare is 2.5 EUR).

Public transportation in Larnaca

Safety

Larnaca is a quiet and safe city, but it's still best to take the usual precautions on the beach, shopping and sightseeing: don't leave valuables unattended, keep large sums of money in the hotel safe, take expensive items out of your car when you leave it parked.

Take care of your health: wear hats and sunglasses with high UV protection at all times, and use sunscreen.

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