What to do and see in Nicosia, Nicosia District: The Best Free Things to do

July 22, 2021 Etsuko Causey

Nicosia, the capital of the island of Cyprus, has incorporated elements of the many empires and kingdoms that have claimed it over centuries stretching back to the Bronze Age. Narrow winding streets lead visitors from the Cyprus Museum, with its collection of Neolithic and Roman artifacts, to the thick city wall. Built in the 1600s by the Venetians, the wall now divides the ancient part of the city from the modern. Step through the stone gates and enter a place where the past is still alive.
Restaurants in Nicosia

1. Church of St. Cyprian and St. Ustinov

Agiou Kyprianou 18 Meniko, Nicosia 1017 Cyprus +357 22 822435 [email protected] http://pilgrims.in.ua/ru/top-svyatyni-cyprus/sst-kipr-kiprian-iustinia.html
Excellent
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5.0 based on 48 reviews

Church of St. Cyprian and St. Ustinov

2. Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia

15 -17 Hippocrates Street, Nicosia 1500 Cyprus +357 22 661475 [email protected] http://www.leventismuseum.org.cy
Excellent
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4.5 based on 206 reviews

Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia

Reviewed By peter1107a - Sydney, Australia

This museum - located in the old part of Nicosia - is a great way to learn about the history of Nicosia itself - going back thousands of years to more recent times. The museum has an excellent collection which is enhanced by well produced interactives and virtual tours. Best of all it is free. A must see.

3. Buyuk Han

Nicosia Cyprus http://www.zypern.de/sehenswuerdigkeiten/alte-geschichte/karawanserei-bueyuek-han
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4.5 based on 1,173 reviews

Buyuk Han

Reviewed By afytrpadvisor - Kyrenia, Cyprus

Buyuk han is very very historical place. You can drink coffee and you can eat something. You can buy something. There is hade made accessories naturel soup and other naturel items.

4. Panagia Asinou Church

Nikitari village, Nicosia 2778 Cyprus +357 22 852922 http://www.mcw.gov.cy/mcw/da/da.nsf/All/DFF2A4E1304462C1C2257199002B111C
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4.5 based on 142 reviews

Panagia Asinou Church

Reviewed By yiannava - Nicosia, Cyprus

The church is located in the woods and the drive to the church is really scenic. It has amazing frescoes very well preserved. A book is on sale which offers full details. No audio guide. There is no artificial light inorder to preserve the frescoes. Wear comfortable shoes as the path to the church is cobblestone but access is not difficult. Can combine the visit here with lunch to one of the restaurants in the vicinity.

5. St John's Cathedral

Plateia Achiepiskopou Kyprianou, Nicosia Cyprus
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4.5 based on 155 reviews

St John's Cathedral

Reviewed By Francis55NL - Arnhem, The Netherlands

Under the guidance of a local guide, visit this beautifully painted church inside and let the story of the paintings come to you and be amazed. photographing the interior is strictly prohibited

6. Church of Archangel Michael Trypiotis

Odos Archangelou Michail, Nicosia Cyprus http://www.whatson-northcyprus.com/interest/nicosia/south_nicosia/trypiotis.htm
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4.5 based on 50 reviews

Church of Archangel Michael Trypiotis

7. Athalassa National Park

Aglantzia, Nicosia Cyprus http://www.nisoskypros.com/2014/11/blog-post.html
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4.5 based on 70 reviews

Athalassa National Park

Reviewed By mimomitov - Ayia Napa, Cyprus

We had a really nice relaxing day at that park despite the 40 degree temperature! We feed the ducks, turtles and fish in the lake, had a few drinks, ice cream, cheap prices, play a little baggamon under the shade and after a little more walk we made our way back home!!

8. Machairas Monastery

Mountains near Lazania, Nicosia Cyprus +357 22 359334 http://kypros.org/Sxetikos/Monastiria/MachairasE-1.htm
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4.5 based on 206 reviews

Machairas Monastery

Reviewed By OliwaVasicek - Helsinki, Finland

This monastery is an integral part of Cyprus's modern history and located in an idyllic location overlooking the valley. I set it as my half-way point while cycling the gorgeous and quiet hilly roads of Machairas and it was an uplifting place to visit.

9. Monument to The First President of Cyprus Archbishop Makarios III

Old City, Archbishop Palace, Nicosia Cyprus
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4.5 based on 67 reviews

Monument to The First President of Cyprus Archbishop Makarios III

10. Church of Virgin Mary Chrisaliniotissas

Chrysaliniotissis 13/1, Nicosia Cyprus +357 22 775325 http://www.cyprushighlights.com/en/2012/05/14/panagia-chrysaliniotissa-church-within-the-walls-nicosia
Excellent
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Church of Virgin Mary Chrisaliniotissas

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