Cyprus, the jewel of the Mediterranean, offers a perfect blend of ancient history, stunning beaches, and vibrant culture. From the UNESCO-listed mosaics of Paphos to the pristine shores of Ayia Napa, this island paradise beckons travelers with year-round sunshine, delicious cuisine, and warm Cypriot hospitality.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
WaterWorld Themed Water Park
Europe's largest themed water park in Ayia Napa with over 25 attractions built around ancient Greek mythology. Features thrilling slides for teens and adults, gentle rides and splash areas for young children, wave pools, and lazy river. Complete family day out with restaurants inside.
Duration: Full day
Camel Ride at Camel Park Mazotos
A 30-hectare park near Larnaca offering camel rides, petting zoo with goats, donkeys, and ostriches, swimming pool, and playground. Children can feed, interact with, and ride camels in a safe, managed environment. Also includes swimming pool and picnic facilities.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Snorkeling at Cape Greco Sea Caves
The crystal-clear shallow waters around Cape Greco's limestone sea caves are perfect for family snorkeling adventures. Equipment rental is available in Ayia Napa, and the calm inshore areas have good visibility for children to discover marine life without technical skills.
Duration: Half day
MUSAN Underwater Sculpture Snorkel Tour
Guided snorkeling tour of the Mediterranean's first underwater sculpture museum near Ayia Napa. Children aged 8+ can snorkel through 130 submerged artworks at 3-4 meter depth with guides ensuring safety. A unique, educational, and memorable experience.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Protaras Ocean Aquarium
Cyprus's largest aquarium in Protaras featuring Mediterranean and tropical fish, sea turtles, penguins, and interactive touch tanks. Regular feeding shows, educational talks, and opportunities for children to learn about marine conservation make this a popular family attraction.
Duration: 2 hours
Choirokoitia Neolithic Site
This UNESCO World Heritage Site with reconstructed Neolithic round houses from 7000 BC brings prehistory to life for children. The reconstructed houses that visitors can enter, the archaeological exhibits, and interactive site interpretation help school-age children understand early human civilization.
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Horse Riding at Limassol Riding Club
Several riding schools and equestrian centers near Limassol and Paphos offer beach and countryside rides for all ability levels including children. Pony rides for the very young, guided trail rides for older children, and full lessons available. Beach rides at sunset are particularly memorable.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Olympic Lagoon Resort Paphos
Large all-inclusive family resort near Paphos with impressive aqua park with multiple slides, large pool complex, comprehensive kids club for different age groups, and all-inclusive dining with children's menus. One of Cyprus's best-value family resorts.
Family features: All-inclusive, aqua park, kids club (ages 4-12), teens club, baby care services, connecting family rooms
Atlantica Aeneas Resort, Ayia Napa
All-inclusive resort steps from Nissi Beach offering outstanding children's facilities including multiple pools, kids clubs, entertainment programs, and dedicated family accommodations. The proximity to Ayia Napa's attractions and beaches makes it excellent value.
Family features: All-inclusive, kids club (0-12), teen zone, baby equipment, connecting rooms, multiple pools, near Nissi Beach
Sunflower Hotel Protaras
Family-oriented hotel near Fig Tree Bay offering waterslides, children's pool, dedicated kids club, evening entertainment, and family buffet dining. Clean comfortable family rooms at reasonable prices make this a popular choice.
Family features: Waterslides, kids pool, kids club, family entertainment, near Fig Tree Bay beach, connecting family rooms
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Cypriot restaurants universally welcome children at all hours - late family dinners with young children draw no comment
Most restaurants offer simple grilled chicken, chips, and pasta for children who won't try Cypriot specialties
High chairs are widely available at family-oriented restaurants and beach tavernas
Children's menus at family resorts and tourist restaurants typically cost €6-10 for a main course
WaterWorld and other water parks have reasonably priced restaurant options inside (no outside food permitted)
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Hire a car - public transport is very limited and a rental car unlocks beaches, mountains, and archaeological sites that are inaccessible otherwise
Visit beaches early morning (before 9 AM) or late afternoon (after 5 PM) to avoid the most intense sun and heat
Pack high SPF sunscreen (50+), UV swimwear for young children, and reef shoes for rocky beaches and sea urchins
Cyprus drivers on the left - this surprises many families, particularly when crossing roads and roundabouts
Most attractions and restaurants are stroller-friendly in resort areas though some archaeological sites have uneven terrain