Top Sights in Larnaka

Larnaka Highlights

Larnaka’s history unfolds through its diverse landmarks, from the 9th-century Byzantine Church of Saint Lazarus to the Ottoman-era Kamares Aqueduct. The waterfront is anchored by the medieval Larnaca Castle, which has served as a fort, garrison, and prison. Near the salt lake, the Hala Sultan Tekke stands as a significant Islamic site, while the Pierides Museum preserves archaeological artifacts spanning millennia. The city’s character is further defined by the architectural mix of Faneromeni Church and the central Phinikoudes promenade.

Church of Saint Lazarus

The Church of Saint Lazarus is a late-9th century church in Larnaca, Cyprus.

Larnaca Castle

Historic waterfront fortress dating back to the Middle Ages that functions as a museum and open-air theatre. It has served various roles including a Byzantine fort, an Ottoman garrison, and a British prison.

Kamares Aqueduct

Kamares Aqueduct, also known as the Bekir Pasha Aqueduct, is an aqueduct near Larnaca, Cyprus.

Mosque of Umm Haram

Hala Sultan Tekke is a mosque and tekke complex on the west bank of Larnaca Salt Lake, in Larnaca, Cyprus.

Faneromeni Church

This mashup of various architectural styles used to stand in the centre of the city - until 1974. There is a marble mausoleum next to it.

Pierides Museum

Private archaeological museum housed in a 19th-century mansion. It features a comprehensive collection of Cypriot antiquities spanning 9,000 years, from the Neolithic period to the Middle Ages.

Phinikoudes

Larnaka's central 600-meter sandy beach and palm-lined promenade. Located between the marina and the medieval castle, it serves as the city's primary coastal hub.