Best Beaches in Cyprus: Popular Spots and Hidden Gems2 min read

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Introduction

What is Cyprus known for? I mean the weather, food, and the beaches, of course! Who wouldn’t want to swim in that hot weather? Well, yes, that’s correct. What makes it even better is swimming in Cyprus’s best beaches, from simple and lovely sandy beaches to beautiful rock cliffs and reef beaches for those who love to snorkel!

Coral Bay

Known for its beautiful crescent-shaped bay, gentle waves, and scenic cliffs, it’s a famous beach for swimming, sunbathing, and snorkelling. Consistently fine sand makes it great for castle building and running around but less for snorkelling or finding marine life.

Nissi Beach

Moving in the opposite direction, located in Ayia Napa, Nissi Beach is the most popular beach in Cyprus, according to Tripadvisor. Fine white sand, shallow water, water sports, and snacks sum it up. It’s a simple yet fantastic beach where you can relax.

Konnos Bay

Also located in Ayia Napa, Konnos Bay is close to Larnaca airport. Its crystal clear waters lie below a rocky outcrop at the bottom of a windy road. It’s a lovely secluded beach that doesn’t experience many waves, making it perfect for a family to relax.

Makronissos Beach

Did you guess? It’s also located in Ayia Napa. Although it has more rocky areas, it’s a really popular location due to its white and soft sand, shallow waters, and facilities.

Governor’s Beach

Located not far from Limassol, this beach has much more rocky terrain, a sand floor, small caves, and the opportunity to snorkel and find marine life! Although it is less popular, it is remarkable that the rocks are primarily smooth, having been sculpted by the waves over time. In addition, several hiking trails and cafes/restaurants close by enhance the experience.

Conclusion

So, where would you go? There are a lot of beaches, way too many to cover, with a lot of hidden gems scattered around. So, why not try the most popular beaches and explore the ones that are not unknown, as you might in search of silver, find gold!