Limassol at a glance
Limassol lies on the south coast. The old town and the castle are one visit, the marina is another, and the beach strip near Germasogeia is a third. Amathous, an ancient city, lies outside the center.
The prices and hours below are the ones listed by the Cyprus tourism portal, as of October 2026. They can change, so check at the gate.
Limassol sights compared
Prices and hours as published, October 2026.
| Sight | Adult price | Hours | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limassol Castle (Cyprus Medieval Museum) | €4.50 | Mon to Fri 09:00–17:00; Sat, Sun 10:00–17:00; closed public holidays | Medieval ceramics, tombstones, weapons, crosses, coins |
| Amathous | €2.50 | 16 Apr to 15 Sep daily 08:30–19:30; 16 Sep to 15 Apr daily 08:30–17:00 | Agora, public baths, remains of the sanctuary of Aphrodite |
| Kourion (day trip) | €4.50 | Same seasons as Amathous | Theater, mosaics, early Christian basilica |
| Limassol Marina | – | – | Berths, restaurants, shops |
Groups of more than 10 people get 20% off at the castle, Amathous and Kourion. Amathous and Kourion are closed on Christmas Day, New Year's Day and Orthodox Easter Sunday. Ask at the desk about reduced tickets.
Our picks: Limassol
A half day to Kourion and Kolossi Castle, or a food and wine day in the Troodos Mountains.
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Troodos food and wine tasting day with meze lunch
Hotel transfer, water, local tastings, a winery visit with wine tasting and a meze lunch are included. The listing shows no exclusions.
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Limassol, Kourion and Kolossi Castle from Paphos
A guide, an air-conditioned vehicle, hotel pickup in Paphos and Kourion admission are included. Kolossi Castle costs €2.50 extra.
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The castle and the old harbour
Limassol Castle houses the Cyprus Medieval Museum. It stands at Richardou and Berengarias, next to the old harbour. The collection includes medieval ceramics, tombstones, weapons, crosses and coins.
Entry is €4.50. The castle opens at 09:00 on weekdays and at 10:00 on weekends, and it closes at 17:00 every day. These are the museum's own hours. The open-air excavations keep longer hours in summer.
Limassol Marina
The marina operator describes berths, restaurants, shops and residential property as parts of the complex. Check which areas are open to visitors when you arrive.
Limassol also has a waterfront promenade with a jetty and a wooden walkway, as the photos on this page show. It is an easy place for a walk.
Amathous
The archaeological site of Amathous lies 11 km east of the center. It shows the remains of the agora, the public baths and the sanctuary of Aphrodite. Entry is €2.50.
The site is open daily. In October the winter hours apply, 08:30 to 17:00, and in summer the gate stays open until 19:30. It is partly accessible by wheelchair, and accessible toilets are listed. Check locally for a bus connection, or go by car.
City beaches
Dasoudi, in the Germasogeia area, has a strip of woodland behind the beach and a footpath. The sea gets deep fairly quickly. Toilets, showers, bus access and parking are listed.
Miami Beach, at Agios Athanasios, has darker sand and lies next to Dasoudi. A breakwater helps, but waves are still possible in the afternoon. Bus access and parking are listed. Kourion Beach in Episkopi Bay is separate from the archaeological site, with sand and pebbles and lifeguards from April to October. Always follow the warning signs.
Day trips from Limassol
Four ideas for a day out.
Kourion
The site is about 19 km west of Limassol on the road to Paphos. It has a theater, the House of Eustolios, mosaics and an early Christian basilica, and it is only partly accessible. Our Kourion guide has the details.
Petra tou Romiou
The rocks are on the southwest coast, in Paphos district. The birth of Aphrodite from the sea foam is a legend, not a fact. Swim only where signs allow it.
Omodos
The wine village is about 800 m high and 42 km from Limassol. The square, the wine press and the Timios Stavros monastery are in the village.
Kalidonia Trail
The linear trail starts above Platres and follows the Krios Potamos to a waterfall. It is 3 km one way, about 1.5 hours, difficulty 3, and it is not an easy family walk. The upper start is at 1,571 m and the lower end at 1,238 m, so the way back is uphill. British travel advice lists an increased risk of forest fires from April to October. See the Troodos guide.
Getting to Limassol
Intercity buses link the main cities.
Intercity fares
Since April 2025 the listed adult fares are €5 single and €9 return for Larnaca to Limassol and for Limassol to Paphos. Nicosia to Limassol costs €6 single and €11 return.
How to pay
A single paper ticket is bought in cash on the bus. Return and season tickets are sold at sales points or through Motion. The 50% discount applies only with a matching Motion card.
By car
Traffic drives on the left. Our where to stay page compares Limassol with other areas.
Plan the rest of your trip
Neighbors along the south coast and in the hills.
Limassol: frequently asked questions
How much does Limassol Castle cost?
Adult admission is €4.50, as published in October 2026. Organized groups of more than 10 people get 20% off.
When is the castle open?
Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00, and on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00. It is closed on public holidays.
How far is Amathous from Limassol?
The site is 11 km east of the center. Entry is €2.50, and the hours are 08:30 to 17:00 from 16 September to 15 April.
How do I get from Larnaca to Limassol?
Intercity lists Larnaca to Limassol at €5 single and €9 return. Check the current timetable for your departure time.
Is Kourion in Limassol?
No. Kourion is about 19 km west of the city on the road to Paphos. Its beach in Episkopi Bay is a separate place from the archaeological site.