Limassol
Cyprus
- Safety rating
- 8.2/10
- Best time to visit
- May to October is best for beaches, with spring and autumn offering ideal sightseeing weather.
- Population
- 0.2M
Overview
Limassol is Cyprus's buzzing coastal hub, blending a long seafront promenade and marina with ancient ruins at nearby Kourion and Amathus. Its cosmopolitan crowd, vibrant nightlife, and wine-country backdrop make it the island's liveliest resort city.
Top attractions
See Limassol Castle, the Kourion archaeological site, the marina and Molos promenade, and the medieval village of Omodos in the nearby hills.
Getting around
The seafront and old town are walkable, and frequent buses connect neighborhoods; taxis and car rentals help reach beaches and wineries.