Limassol Castle is a peaceful, quiet place and will take you back in time. Once serving as a prison, it now hosts a collection of exhibits of various periods.
Located in the heart of Limassol Old Town, the Cyprus Medieval Museum displays a number of artifacts of Cyprus's medieval history, giving visitors the opportunity to walk through the history of Cyprus.
The Limassol Old Port truly captures the essence of Cyprus's history and scenery. The traditional buildings, the yachts and boats docked at the harbor, the palm trees and flowers, all make it picture postcard stuff.
Perched atop a limestone cliff, the Ancient Kourion is an important archeological site on the island. The site comprises well-preserved ruins of the city such as the Nymphaeum, the House of Eustilios, and the Amphitheatre among others.
The best way to get around Limassol is by using a taxi or car rental. The taxi fare can cost between €10-15 for each journey whereas renting a car can cost around €30 per day. Public transport is available but it could be slow and challenging for a tourist.
If you have more time to spend in Limassol, you can visit other cultural sites such as the Limassol District Archaeological Museum, St. Nicholas Church, and Limassol Art Gallery. For foodies, a visit to Saripolou Square is a must to savor Cyprus delicacies. If you have less time, you may need to skip Ancient Kourion, and prioritize Limassol Castle and the Medieval Museum.
Larnaca International Airport (LCA) is the major airport serving Limassol, located 70 km east of the city center. A taxi ride from Larnaca Airport to Limassol costs about €50-€60 while a coach service (Kapnos Airport Shuttle) is available for around €9-€14 which takes about an hour to get to the city. Alternatively, Paphos International Airport (PFO) located 65 km west of Limassol, can be used but taxi fares can be expensive, around €60-€70.