Bellapais Abbey
Gothic abbey at the foot of the Kyrenia Mountains with views over Kyrenia.
Open: 08:00–19:00 (last entry 18:00)
In winter (1 Nov – 31 Mar): 08:00–17:00 (last entry 16:00)
Full 150 TL · Student 50 TL
Free for TRNC citizens on Sundays.
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Altın Kumsal · Karpaz · 📷 Michal Klajban · CC BY-SA 4.0Places to visit
Castles, ancient cities, museums and beaches
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Save the town I live inOpening hours and fees of museums and archaeological sites come from the Department of Antiquities and Museums (summer season: 1 April – 31 October 2026). Confirm on site before you go.
Kyrenia Old Harbour
The heart of the town with cafés and boats; ideal for an evening walk.
Free
Salamis Ancient City
One of the island's largest ancient cities, with a theatre, baths and columns.
Open: 08:00–19:00
In winter (1 Nov – 31 Mar): 08:00–16:30 (last entry 15:30)
Full 150 TL · Student 50 TL
Free for TRNC citizens on Sundays.
Historic site
Varosha (Kapalı Maraş)
Seaside town left empty since 1974; part of it has been open to visitors since 2020. Explore its abandoned hotels and streets by bike.
Free
No cars inside; rent a bike, scooter or golf cart at the entrance. Entering buildings is forbidden and dangerous, drones are banned. Visiting hours (from unofficial sources): 1 Apr–31 Aug 08:00–19:30, 1 Sep–31 Oct 08:00–18:00, 1 Nov–31 Mar 08:00–17:00. Check before you go.
Büyük Han (Great Inn)
Ottoman caravanserai with cafés and craft shops around its courtyard.
Free
Soli Ancient City
Ancient city near Gemikonağı with a mosaic basilica and a theatre.
Open: 08:00–18:00
In winter (1 Nov – 31 Mar): 08:00–15:30 (last entry 14:30)
Full 150 TL · Student 50 TL
Free for TRNC citizens on Sundays.
Vouni Palace
Ruins of an ancient palace on a hilltop with sea views.
Open: 08:00–18:00
In winter (1 Nov – 31 Mar): 08:00–15:30 (last entry 14:30)
Full 100 TL · Student 50 TL
Free for TRNC citizens on Sundays.
