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Cyprus's Most Spectacular Ancient Site
Greco-Roman amphitheatre perched 70 meters above the Mediterranean. Fully restored, seats 3,500. Summer performances under the stars. House of Eustolios: beautiful 5th-century mosaics. Forum, Nymphaeum, early Christian basilica. Apollo Hylates sanctuary 2 km west.
Practical Information
Entry: €4.50. Open daily. 19 km west of Limassol, 20 min by car. Free parking. Visit duration: 1.5-2.5 hours. Ultimate tip: come at sunset – the golden light over the sea is magical.
This was exactly our experience: Cyprus's Most Spectacular Ancient Site Greco-Roman amphitheatre perched 70 meters above the Mediterranean. Fully restored, seats 3,500. Summer performances under the stars. House of Eustolios: beau...
– History enthusiast from Nuremberg, in Limassol since 2022
For Families
Surprisingly child-friendly. Children love the amphitheatre acoustics. Important: almost no shade – sun protection essential. Summer: visit before 11 AM or after 5 PM. Combine with Kolossi Castle for a half-day trip.
Ancient Kourion
Locations: Limassol
Topics: Cyprus's Most Spectacular Ancient Site, Practical Information, For Families
CMC Practical Tip
Summer: visit before 11 AM or after 5 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
Summer Shakespeare, concerts, opera. Tickets €15-30. Ancient theatre above the sea at sunset – unmatched atmosphere.
Most spectacular location: Kourion. Best mosaics: Pafos. Oldest: Choirokoitia. If only one: Kourion.
Theoretically (Bus 16 from Limassol) but unreliable. Car much better – 20 min from Limassol.
Entry €4.50-7, fuel ~€5-8, lunch €15-25/person. Total for two: ~€50-80 – one of Cyprus's best value day trips.
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