Ayia Napa

9 places, 8 of them free. Golden beaches, turquoise coves and Cyprus’s biggest party scene.

9 places

BeachesFree

Nissi Beach

Nissi

A picture-perfect white-sand beach with clear, shallow water and a small island you can wade to.

  • Suggested time: 4 hrs
  • No booking needed
  • Suits: Families · Beach lovers

Open access; lifeguards in season

BeachesFree

Cape Greco National Forest Park

Cape Greco

Cliffs, sea caves and clear water in a protected park with walking trails.

  • Suggested time: 4 hrs
  • No booking needed
  • Suits: Beach lovers · Photographers

Open-air; car or bike recommended

CultureFree

Ayia Napa Monastery

Old Town

A peaceful 16th-century monastery in the middle of town, with a Venetian fountain.

  • Suggested time: 45 min
  • No booking needed
  • Suits: Culture lovers

Open daily; hours vary

Family~£32

WaterWorld Waterpark

Ayia Napa

A Greek-myth-themed water park with slides and pools, popular with families.

  • Suggested time: 5 hrs
  • No booking needed
  • Suits: Families

Daily, roughly 10:00–18:00 in season

BeachesFree

Makronissos Beach

Makronissos

A wide sandy beach with quieter areas beyond the main bay, sheltered from the wind.

  • Suggested time: 4 hrs
  • No booking needed
  • Suits: Families · Beach lovers

Open access; lifeguards in season

Local FavouritesFree

Ayia Napa Marina

Marina

A modern marina with restaurants, a beach and boat trips leaving daily.

  • Suggested time: 1h 30m
  • No booking needed
  • Suits: Couples

Open-air; restaurants open in the evening

Hidden GemsFree

Sculpture Park

Ayia Napa

An open-air park of stone sculptures set in a clifftop garden by the sea.

  • Suggested time: 1h 30m
  • No booking needed
  • Suits: Couples

Open daily

NightlifeFree

Napa Street Nightlife

Ayia Napa

A lively strip of bars, clubs and open-air venues, famous with young visitors.

  • Suggested time: 4 hrs
  • No booking needed
  • Suits: Nightlife fans

Bars and clubs open from evening until dawn