Limassol Holidays

Limassol Holidays - Destination Profile

Lively Limassol brings a choice of numerous sandy beaches and an attractive, newly developed marina. Some of the quieter, less crowded beaches are to be found on the outskirts of town, while those more central to the action enjoy some excellent facilities including changing rooms, showers, and places to eat.

Wander away from the town's lovely, wide beachfront promenade to busy little shopping streets where what's on offer to the tourist can veer widely from the ultra-modern to traditional, handmade goods and local produce; many a tourist has returned home with made-to-measure clothes or a pair of hand-made shoes.

St Andrews Street, not far from the seafront, is a narrow, jostling hive of activity, fascinating with its quaint buildings and overhanging terraces shading busy little boutiques and businesses which compete for your attention. Makarios Avenue is another tourist attraction with its collection of up-market stores as well as more traditional, smaller shops.

History lovers will be fascinated by Limassol castle in the old port. It's said that Richard the Lionheart married Queen Berengaria of Navarre here in 1191, crowning her Queen of England. Its grounds house the Medieval Museum of Cyprus with some marvellous examples of pottery and tombstones amongst its numerous exhibits. An archaeological museum, municipal art gallery and folk art museum are further cultural attractions for those interested in the history and antiquities of the area, and visits to places a little further out might include the magnificent setting of the ancient Curium Theatre or Kolossi Medieval Castle. But if you can't bear to miss a moment of the sunshine, the municipal gardens offer a pleasant stroll amid some lush greenery and include a small zoo to ensure younger family members will be happy too.

Finally, with the Cyprus wine making industry centred in Limassol, don't miss out on a tour to one of the wineries to see the production process in action and to sample the fruits of its labour.

Value Holidays in Limassol with Olympic Holidays

Book your next holiday to Limassol with Olympic Holidays and experience this spirited, cosmopolitan and bustling seaside resort with a massive choice of lively bars, discos and nightclubs. Olympic Holidays is the leading specialist tour operator to Cyprus with over 40 years experience in bringing you quality holidays at great-value prices. As well as package holidays to Limassol, we offer an excellent range of cheap flights to Cyprus and hotels in Limassol. Discover the charm of Cyprus for yourself by booking a cheap holiday to Limassol today. Book online for great savings on holidays to Limassol or call our reservations team. lowest price guaranteed!!!

Limassol Holidays - Things to see

Limassol holidays are perfect to explore the history and culture of Cyprus, the resort has a number of fascinating historic sites that will make your holiday to Limassol even more fulfilling. Visit the Amathus which is one of the ancient Kingdom of Cyprus where numerous tombs have been found. The Kolossi Castle is a fine example of military architecture originally constructed in the 13th century, and subsequently rebuilt in the form it is now, in the middle of the 15th century. The Kourion is also an important ancient city kingdom, and one of the more interesting and spectacular archaeological sites on the island with excavations still bringing new treasures to light.

Great Excursions During Limassol Holidays

Make your holidays to Limassol extra special by booking one of our wonderful excursions, we have a range of excursions that have been selected to cater for everyones interests. Some of our most popular excursions are:-

Cairo by Air: Fly off to the mystical land of Egypt, visit the pyramids and take in the Sphinx! Cruise down the Nile and shop till you drop in the flea markets! A once in a lifetime experience!

Troodos Jeep Safari: An exploration trip to the green heart of Cyprus in a 4x4 Landrover defender. Travelling through rugged hills and valleys, various picturesque villages and pine forests reaching some of the most remote places on the island.

Paphos & Ancient Curium: Relax and enjoy a pleasant journey to the ancient City of Curium with its breathtaking amphitheatre. Stop at the legendary Rock of Aphrodite. Visit the picturesque harbour of Paphos lined with local fishing boats and cafes. Discover the best preserved mosaics in the Mediterranean at the House of Dionysos and marvel at the Church of St Paul's Pillar.

Famagusta: Visit the 'sleepy town' with its many hidden treasures - the city of Famagusta with fine medieval architecture. A highlight is Othello's tower and the so-called 'Ghost Town' of Famagusta! Visit Salamis, once the most important city in Cyprus. Truly unforgettable.

Kyrenia: For the first time in more than 30 years take advantage of this fantastic day out to northern Cyprus. View the last divided city in the world and cross the 'green line'. Time stands still at the picturesque port of Kyrenia. The medieval fort, the small houses and narrow streets invite you to enjoy a leisurely stroll. Some things just shouldn't be missed.

Village Culture Donkey Riding: Saddle up and join us on this unique experience, especially designed for those who wish to capture the original spirit of Cyprus. Sample some of the wine, 'Zivania', and try some local delicacies before mounting your personal donkey to enjoy a ride through the countryside. BBQ, dancing - a great day out for all ages! Cyprus Night with a twist.

Grand Tour Kykkos: A scenic and beautiful area of the island, cameras are a must! Visit the richest monastery in Cyprus, the world renowned Kykkos. Stop off at Lefkara, famous for its lace and silverware. Free wine tasting, panoramic views and breathtaking scenery. A perfect day out!!

For further information and to secure your place on all the above exciting days and nights out, see your Olympic representative in the resort. The best time to book would be at the Welcome Get Together on the day after arrival.

Things to do on a Holiday in Limassol

Limassol holidays offer activities all year round: diving, golf, sailing, hiking, mountain biking, skiing, horse riding. For those who seek relaxation and pampering there are plenty of spa and health centres around Cyprus.

Watersports: Water Sports All sorts of beach activities from water and jet skiing to windsurfing and pedal boating are catered for along the coast. Both the beaches backing onto hotels and those further afield provide equipment hire

Diving: There are over forty different dive sites in Cyprus. The best way to find out more is to visit one of the area's dive centres. Around Latchi and Akamas you will find the best scuba-diving available anywhere in Cyprus, with crystal clear water and no tides or strong currents to worry about.

Cycling: Cyprus is a natural mountain-biking place. Its terrain offers many opportunities for exciting mountain-biking in different tracks, making the island a paradise for the sport's fans. Due to the excellent weather conditions prevailing on the island, cycling sports can be enjoyed almost throughout the year.

Hiking: The Akamas peninsular, to the north of Paphos, provides an excellent area for walking as it has been virtually untouched by tourism and development. Further afield, numerous interesting walks can be found among the breathtaking Troodos mountains.

Golf: Cyprus is quickly getting a reputation as the latest holiday Mecca for golfers. There are two 18-hole courses only a short drive from Paphos. The Tsada Golf Club near Tsada village is the oldest in Cyprus and is set in the grounds of a twelfth century monastery. The Secret Valley Golf Club is slightly further away, about 18 km east of Paphos.

Skiing: Skiing for the winter lovers. Cyprus is also becoming established as a destination for winter sports. In Cyprus, snow-skiing can be enjoyed on the slopes of Mount Olympos (1951 metres a.s.l.), from the beginning of January to the end of March. Mount Olympos is only 3 km, from Troodos hill resort.

Eating/Drinking During Limassol Holidays

Limassol is a cosmopolitan holiday resort, combining international cuisine such as Indian, Italian, Chinese and Mexican with traditional meze restaurants where you can find authentic Cypriot cuisine.

Evening Entertainment - Limassol Holidays

The nightlife in Limassol is as loud or relaxing as you want, there are bars and pubs in Limassol that are generally open until 2am. Ideal for relaxing and socialising with friends. For more vibrant nights out the main Limassol tourist area has a number of nightclubs with a variety of music including trance, house, R & B, 80 - 90's pop and even Latin music.

Getting Around on Limassol Holidays

Car: It is recommended that you hire a car to travel around during your holiday in Limassol, with so much to see and do hiring a car provides complete flexibility. Car hire can be added easily and quickly to new bookings as well as existing bookings.

Taxis: Holidays in Limassol are made easier by the plentiful supply of metered taxis.

Interurban Buses: Various Bus companies link all major towns with daily routes at specified intervals.

Urban Buses: These operate frequently during daytime, during summer and timetables are extended till midnight. These buses operate in many tourist resorts so you can explore as much or as little on your Limassol holiday.

Bicycles: Bicycles can be hired in most resorts and make a wonderful way to explore the resort when on holiday in Limassol.

Limassol Holidays Shopping

Limassol combines ultra modern shopping with traditional handicrafts such as lacework and jewellery which are fantastic souvenirs of your Limassol holidays. Makorios Avenue boasts elegant and modern boutiques and there are some good deals to be found on designer wear. St Andrews Street in Limassol's old town is the best place to buy souvenirs. Bargain hunters taking Limassol holidays will be able to search out bargain items such as clothes, footwear, leather goods and jewellery.

Limassol Holidays - Beaches

The resort has mostly darl golden sand/shingle beaches stretching along the lovley coastline. Some of the best beaches to visit include Curium beach, Ladies Mile, Governer's Beach and Dassoudi.

Weather and climate information

Max Temp C	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Cyprus	16	17	19	22	24	29	31	32	31	26	22	20
London	6	7	10	13	17	20	22	21	19	14	10	7

Sunshine Hours	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Cyprus	6	7	8	9	9	11	12	12	11	9	7	5
London	1	2	4	5	6	7	6	6	5	3	2	1

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