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Nicosia: what to see and where to go

Follow the old-city streets, look for the Venetian walls and choose a museum. Explore the capital through places, stories and walking routes.

YOUR INDEPENDENT CITY GUIDE

Discover Nicosia at your own pace

Explore the city’s landmarks, understand its history and choose a self-guided route. Available in English, Russian, Greek and Hebrew.

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Choose where to go

Follow the old-city streets, look for the Venetian walls and choose a museum. Explore the capital through places, stories and walking routes.

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Places

Browse by interest, then open a place on the map. Confirm opening hours and access with the operator before travelling.

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Routes

Pick a walking route or a drive. The stops below are a starting point: check the actual journey and access in Google Maps before leaving.

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04

Events

Explore the city’s events calendar. Check dates, venues and the organiser’s latest information before you go.

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News and event updates

Current events and practical travel notes. Dates, access and programmes can change: follow the official source linked in each update.

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