Cyprus port
Overview:
The second largest city on Cyprus and one of the Mediterranean's
largest ports, Limassol is an urban maze, hiding its many beautiful
alleys between a labyrinth of plain new development and aqua
coastline.
Several very popular historic attractions are easily visitable
just outside Limassol including Kolossi Castle and the ancient
cities and archaeological sights of Curium and Amathus.
There are two ports in Limassol and most cruise ships berth at
New Port which is 2 miles (3km) from the city and on the Northwest
coast of Akrotiri Bay which has an expansive passenger facility
with duty free shops, restaurants, banks and transportation staging
areas.
Contact:
Phone: 357 22817200
Email: cpa@cpa.gov.cy
www.cpa.gov.cy
A tourism
office is located in the passenger terminal.
Transport:
Metered taxis are available just outside the cruise passenger
facility and free shuttles into the city centre are provided by the
cruise line. A bus line services the city but is confusing and not
a good option for farther attractions. Taking transport into town
and walking is the best option although hiring a car or motorbike
for destinations further afield is a good idea.
Attractions:
The most popular attractions inside the city include the
mysterious Limassol Castle, and the surrounding old city area, full
of bars and restaurants. Outside the city a wonderfully excavated
ancient city of Curium shows off its ancient attractions including
a now working amphitheatre, as well as baths and a marketplace. Not
as well maintained but still impressive, are the ruins of Amathus.
A larger Kolossi Castle is great to experience medieval
architecture in its cavernous halls.
Restaurants:
- La Mer Fish Tavern - Seaside location with reliably great
fish.
- Cuckoo's Nest - traditional Greek and Cypriot cuisine in
downtown Limassol
- The Golden Sun - family-friendly restaurant with a good
selection of meat and grills
Best dish: Meze platters
Shopping:
Shops are scattered all over town but are more frequent in Agiou
Andreou and Anexartiatis streets. Tourist shops for souvenirs are
best found around St Andrew's Street. There are many shopping
complexes with high end retail stores and designer boutiques. Shops
generally close from 1pm to 3pm on weekdays.
Best buy: Byzantium silver jewellery
Excursions:
- Explore the town of Pitsilia
- Hike the Troodos Mountains
- Wine tasting at Omodhos
