Ayia Napa at a glance
Ayia Napa lies in the southeast of Cyprus, beside Cape Greco National Forest Park. The town is built around sandy bays, restaurants and hotels. Protaras, with Fig Tree Bay, is the neighboring resort.
Most of what you will want to do here is outdoors: swimming, walking on the headland and boat trips. The sections below cover the beaches first, then Cape Greco, then buses and where to stay. Prices are the published ones, as of October 2026.
Beaches around Ayia Napa
Six bays from the tourism portal's beach pages, with the facilities each page lists.
| Beach | Where | Facilities listed | Lifeguards (published) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nissi Beach | Ayia Napa, 3.3 km west of the center | Sand, sunbeds, umbrellas, toilets, water sports, parking | April to October |
| Landa | Between Nissi Bay and Makronisos | Sand, coastal footpath, toilets, parking, beach wheelchair at the lifeguard tower | – |
| Makronisos | Near Ayia Napa | Sandy coves, toilets, parking; the southwest part lies in a Natura protected area | – |
| Vathia Gonia | Near Ayia Napa | Sand and rock cove, toilets, parking, Seatrac entry aid | – |
| Konnos Bay | Between Cape Greco and Protaras | Sand, parking, access through a vegetated slope | April to October |
| Fig Tree Bay | Protaras | Sand, toilets, changing rooms, parking, beach wheelchair | April to October |
Lifeguard months are published seasons, not a promise of cover every day. Obey warning signs and swim in the marked areas, because currents and waves are possible. Ask on site whether the Seatrac at Vathia Gonia is in use that day. For the full island list, see our Cyprus beaches guide.
Our picks: Ayia Napa and Protaras
Two cruises to the sea caves and Turtle Cove, and a trip from the hotel to Famagusta (Gazimağusa).
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Famagusta (Gazimağusa) ghost town tour
Hotel transfer with a driver and guide, plus free time. Entry to archaeological sites is extra. Bring a passport or European ID card.
Check availability →Ayia Napa cruise with Turtle Cove and lunch
A guided boat cruise with lunch and two swim stops.
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Sea caves and Turtle Cove cruise from Protaras
Three hours with an English-speaking guide, life jackets, Wi-Fi and toilets on board.
Check availability →Ayia Napa and Cape Greco tours
Boat trips, coastal cruises and day tours around Ayia Napa and the southeast coast, with live prices and availability.
Nissi Beach
Nissi Beach is 600 m long and has a small island just offshore. The tourism portal lists sunbeds, umbrellas, water sports and parking. Hotels and restaurants stand close by, and the page also mentions music and beach events.
That mix suits a lively beach day. It also means a hotel near Nissi cannot be promised to be quiet at night, so ask about noise when you book. For a different setting, Landa has a coastal footpath and Makronisos has several sandy coves.
Cape Greco
Cape Greco is a National Forest Park of 385 hectares in the southeast of the island and part of the Natura network. It is a place for a walk along the coast, not a beach resort. Check the current opening times and any access rules before you go. British travel advice also lists an increased risk of forest fires from April to October, so take care with fire and follow any local restrictions.
The sea caves need a clear warning. A press report from 18 July 2026 says a popular jumping spot was fenced off in May because of injuries, rescue risks and signs of unstable rock. No date for removing the fence was given. Do not jump into the water here, do not climb past fences and treat any fenced area as closed.
Konnos Bay is a sandy cove between the cape and Protaras. The Blue Lagoon boat trips are a different place: they leave from Latchi on the Akamas side, far from Ayia Napa. See our Blue Lagoon guide.
Getting around
Buses are cheap, and a car gives you more freedom on the headland.
Local buses
OSEA line 101 runs from Ayia Napa/Waterpark to Paralimni, and line 102 returns over the resort area. A single fare costs €2 between 4 am and 9 pm and €3 at night. A day ticket costs €6 and includes night services. Timetables change with the season, so check the current one.
From Larnaca
Intercity buses list Larnaca to Ayia Napa/Paralimni at €5 single and €9 return since April 2025. Our Larnaca guide covers the airport city.
Rental car
Traffic drives on the left. Rental prices depend on the car, the period and the extras. The deposit, minimum age and excess depend on your contract.
Where to stay
Two areas stand out on the beach pages.
Ayia Napa and Nissi
Hotels and restaurants cluster around the bay, and the beach hosts music and events. It is the lively option. See where to stay in Cyprus for the other regions.
Protaras and Fig Tree Bay
Accommodation and restaurants surround the bay, and the beach has a parking lot and a beach wheelchair. It is the base for visits to Konnos Bay and Cape Greco.
Plan the rest of your trip
Other pages that help with a stay in the southeast.
Ayia Napa: frequently asked questions
Can I jump from the cliffs at Cape Greco?
No. A jumping spot at the sea caves was fenced off in May 2026 after injuries and signs of unstable rock. Stay behind any fence and do not jump.
Which beaches near Ayia Napa have lifeguards?
The tourism portal lists lifeguards from April to October at Nissi Beach, Konnos Bay and Fig Tree Bay. These are published seasons, so check on the day whether a lifeguard is on duty.
How do I get from Ayia Napa to Protaras?
OSEA lines 101 and 102 connect Ayia Napa/Waterpark with Paralimni over the resort area. A single daytime fare is €2. Check the current timetable before you go.
Are there beach wheelchairs?
The beach pages for Fig Tree Bay and Landa list a beach wheelchair. At Vathia Gonia a Seatrac entry aid is described, so ask on site whether it is working.
How much is the bus from Larnaca?
An Intercity single to Ayia Napa/Paralimni costs €5 and a return €9, according to the tariffs valid since April 2025. A paper single is bought in cash on the bus.