Holiday in Limassol
City in Cyprus — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇨🇾
Country
Cyprus
Type
City
Best time to travel
April to November
Budget/day
100-160€: Boutique hotel, beach restaurants, rental car
Getting there from Germany
Flight approx. 3.5h direct from Frankfurt/Munich. Rental car recommended on site.
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What makes Limassol special as a destination?
Limassol is the cosmopolitan coastal city of Cyprus with a lively promenade, medieval castle, and top-notch wineries in the hinterland. The second-largest city on the island combines beach life with urban flair and Mediterranean tranquility. In summer, the pebble beaches and beach bars attract visitors, while in winter, the nearby Troodos Mountains invite for hiking.
What are the top highlights in Limassol?
The top highlights in Limassol include Molos Promenade, Limassol Castle, Kourion, Wine Villages Troodos.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Molos Promenade
The 1 km long sculpture promenade by the sea is the heart of the city — ideal for strolling at sunset.
Limassol Castle
The medieval fortress houses a museum and is said to be the place where Richard the Lionheart married.
Kourion
The ancient Greco-Roman city with an amphitheater offers spectacular views of the cliffs.
Wine Villages Troodos
The villages of Omodos and Koilani in the hinterland produce the famous Cypriot Commandaria wine.
Hotels in Limassol
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Reise-SIM für Limassol
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Limassol?
The best time to visit Limassol is April to November. Hot and dry, 30-38°C, perfect beach weather In winter: Mild, 12-18°C, occasional rain, Troodos with snow
Recommended travel time
April to November
Summer
Hot and dry, 30-38°C, perfect beach weather
Winter
Mild, 12-18°C, occasional rain, Troodos with snow
How much does a holiday in Limassol cost?
Budget travellers: 50-70€: Apartment, souvlaki stalls, local taverns/day, mid-range: 100-160€: Boutique hotel, beach restaurants, rental car/day, luxury: 250€+: 5-star resort, fine dining, yacht tours/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
50-70€: Apartment, souvlaki stalls, local taverns
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
100-160€: Boutique hotel, beach restaurants, rental car
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
250€+: 5-star resort, fine dining, yacht tours
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Limassol?
Flight approx. 3.5h direct from Frankfurt/Munich. Rental car recommended on site.
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
The Commandaria wine route in the Troodos foothills is a must for wine lovers
The largest carnival in Cyprus takes place in February
Akrotiri Salt Lake offers winter flamingo watching
Local buses connect Limassol with Paphos and Nicosia at low prices
What should you eat in Limassol?
Typical specialities in Limassol: Halloumi — The famous Cypriot grilled cheese, best fresh from the farmer, Kleftiko — Oven-braised lamb, tender and aromatic, Meze — Extensive table with 20+ small dishes, Commandaria — One of the oldest dessert wines in the world from Troodos.
These specialties you must try!
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