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Cyprus Museum

Nicosia, 🇨🇾 Cyprus

Oldest and largest archaeological museum, housing the world's most extensive collection of Cypriot antiquities. It showcases the development of civilization from the Neolithic Age to the Early Byzantine period through artifacts discovered during systematic excavations. Read more…

Opening hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday8:00 AM–6:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM–8:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM–6:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM–6:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM–1:00 PM

Open on public holidays

Admission

Free admission

Free entry for all visitors

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Cyprus Museum
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Cyprus Museum
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Cyprus Museum
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Walk · 6 min
Corner Café
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Walk · 18 min
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Established in 1882, this national institution is the oldest and largest archaeological museum in the region. It operates under the Department of Antiquities and serves as the primary repository for historical heritage, housing the world's most extensive collection of Cypriot antiquities. The collection consists exclusively of artifacts discovered during systematic excavations.

The permanent exhibits are organized chronologically within fourteen display halls. The collection spans from the Neolithic Age through the Bronze Age, Iron Age, and Hellenistic period, concluding with the Roman and Early Byzantine eras. Significant artifacts include pottery, jewelry, sculpture, and coins, with the statue of Aphrodite of Soloi serving as a prominent highlight.

The facility is open to the public and is wheelchair accessible. The displays illustrate the cultural and social development of the region's civilization over several millennia, reflecting its diverse archaeological history through vast permanent exhibitions.

More Information and Contact

Email antiquitiesdept@da.mcw.gov.cy
Phone +35722865854
Address Λεωφόρος Μίκη Θεοδωράκη 1, 1096 Λευκωσία
Coordinates 35°10'18.422" N, 33°21'20.614" E
Riverside Hotel
Taxi · 8 min
Cyprus Museum
2h
Walk · 6 min
Corner Café
45 min
Walk · 18 min
Riverside Hotel

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