Limassol, Cyprus Cruises

Limassol, Cyprus Cruise Port

Limassol is a picturesque Mediterranean town on the coast of idyllic Cyprus. It’s a favorite holiday destination for Europeans, and many cruise itineraries let you see this Mediterranean treasure for yourself. The region holds a ton of historical significance as it was the alleged birthplace of Aphrodite and a significant part of the Crusades. Limassol’s landscape is a mixture of striking cliffs and beautiful beaches mixed with developed resort towns full of fantastic entertainment, shopping and dining options. Listed below are a few of the best ways to spend your time in Limassol, Cyprus:

• Limassol is Cyprus’ biggest wine producer, so celebrate (and taste!) the region’s wines while touring a vineyard, browsing the local markets or visiting the Cyprus Wine Museum.
   
• Find a beach to relax on while soaking in the warm Mediterranean sunshine. Lady’s Mile is a popular beach located only 15 minutes from downtown Limassol, and you’ll also find several great restaurants near the coast.
   
• Explore Limassol Castle and the Cyprus Medieval Museum. This historic fortress was near where Richard the Lionhearted wed Berengaria of Navarre in the 1191. Tour the Medieval Museum to view dazzling suits of armor and other medieval artifacts.
   
• Visit the Byzantine Museum to view the ancient artifacts, mosaics and art recovered from the region. What the museum lacks in size, it makes up for in history, as some of the most notable artifacts date back to the 7^th and 8^th centuries.
   
• Cyprus is full of archaeological discoveries, many of which can be viewed at the Kourion archaeological site. You’ll see Greek and Roman ruins, including the Temple of Kourion and the Temple of Apollo.