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What to see in Limassol ?
12 places curated by Hozy - landmarks, nature, hidden restaurants and activities. Click to discover each address in detail.
Landmarks & heritage (5)
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Kolossi Castle
Castle of the Knights of Saint-John from the 13th century overlooking vineyards and sugar cane fields. Perfectly preserved square keep, 14 km west of Limassol, almost deserted on weekdays.
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Limassol Medieval Castle
Byzantine fortress reworked by the Lusignan and Ottoman dynasties, where Richard the Lionheart allegedly married Berengaria of Navarre in 1191. Houses the Medieval Museum of Cyprus with a remarkable collection of weaponry and ceramics.
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Limassol Archaeological Museum
Compact museum tracing 9,000 years of Cypriot history, from Chalcolithic figurines to Hellenistic sculptures. Essential for understanding the context before visiting the sites.
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Agia Napa Church in Limassol (Old Town)
A 15th-century Roman Catholic church hidden in the old town's lanes, a remnant of Latin presence in Cyprus. Rare Cypriot Gothic architecture, often open and empty.
Landmark
Monastery of the Archangel Michael at Monagri
12th-century Orthodox monastery nestled in the Kouris valley, with exceptionally fine Byzantine frescoes. Near-abandoned village surroundings, with an atmosphere outside of time.
Nature & parks (1)
Viewpoints (2)
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Lofou Village
One of Cyprus's finest stone villages, perched on a hillside in the Troodos foothills. Carefully restored houses, terraced vineyards, not a single advertising sign.
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Seafront Promenade (Molos)
3 km promenade along Limassol's waterfront, recently renovated and lively in the evenings with locals. Ideal at sunset with views across the harbour and the Troodos mountains in the background.
Activities (2)
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Commandaria Tasting at ETKO Winery (Limassol)
The world's oldest continuously operating wine cellar produces Commandaria, a sweet wine cited by the Crusaders. Guided tour of the historic cellars and comparative tasting of different vintages.
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Limassol Marina
Luxury marina redesigned with remarkable contemporary architecture, blending waterfront apartments, restaurants and shops. Evening strolls offer views of yachts and local activity.
More to discover (2)
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Limassol Zoo and Municipal Park
Verdant 60-hectare park with a modest but pleasant zoo, frequented by Cypriot families at weekends. Features century-old rose gardens, play areas and old-fashioned cafés beneath pine trees.
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Old Town of Limassol (Turkish-Cypriot Quarter)
Network of narrow streets around the Djami Kebir Mosque with Ottoman houses undergoing restoration and artisan workshops. A quarter in renewal, still authentic before total gentrification.