The best beaches in and around Larnaca
Last verified 19 October 2026
Larnaca’s beaches are sandy, mostly fine brown and beige or grey, and the sea is usually calm and shallow, which makes the town good for families. The town beaches are fully organised and walkable from the centre. East of town, the coast road towards Dhekelia is a long run of sand backed by hotels. South west, past the airport, the beaches around Cape Kiti are quieter and some are turtle nesting grounds. Lifeguards on the town beaches generally work from June to October. For sights, see our Larnaca guide.
Finikoudes. The town beach, running along the palm lined promenade for about 600 metres. Fine sand and calm, shallow water, with toilets, showers, changing rooms and sunbeds. Lifeguards from June to October, and a wheelchair at the lifeguard tower for assisted sea access. It held a Blue Flag for 2026. Busy and sociable, with the whole of the seafront behind it, and several car parks nearby.
Kastella. About 600 metres of fine sand beside the Psarolimano fishing shelter in town. Calm, clear, shallow water and a slightly quieter feel than Finikoudes. Fully organised, with lifeguards from June to October and disabled access. A cycle path runs alongside and there is a bus stop close by. It held a Blue Flag for 2026.
Mackenzie. About a kilometre of fine sand south of the centre, near the site of the old airport, with Larnaca salt lake and Hala Sultan Tekke not far inland. Calm, shallow water and a lively strip behind the sand that stays busy into the evening. Being so close to the airport, it is popular with plane spotters. Lifeguards from June to October, a large municipal car park and step free access. It held a Blue Flag for 2026.
Yiannades. A 300 metre beach in the Voroklini area, east of town on the Dhekelia road. The water is exceptionally shallow, which suits young children, and there is a lifeguard and a small beach library. It held a Blue Flag for 2026.
The Dhekelia road. East of the centre, about 15 minutes by car or bus, the coast is a long, almost continuous stretch of sand. Some parts front hotels, others are quieter public beaches. The section at Pyla has fine grey sand and courts for beach sports.
Faros, Pervolia. About 500 metres of fine beige sand just south of Pervolia village, at Cape Kiti, below the lighthouse that gives it its name (faros means lighthouse). Calm, shallow water, with toilets, showers, sunbeds, a playground and a volleyball court. Lifeguards from June to September. Turtle hatchlings were seen heading to the sea here in August 2026, so look out for marked nests in summer. A car is the easiest way to get there.
Kiti. The beaches near Kiti village, west of Larnaca, are quieter than the town beaches. Loggerhead turtles nest here, and hatchlings have been filmed reaching the sea. Give marked nests plenty of room.
Mazotos. Further along the coast beyond Cape Kiti. Darker sand with small pebbles, and a quiet feel. Bring what you need, and come by car.
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Sun and heat. From June to September the sun is strong from late morning and grey sand gets very hot. Swim early or late and carry water.
Sea safety. The town beaches are shallow, but lifeguards only work in season, roughly June to October. Follow the flags: red means no swimming. Outside the organised beaches there may be no lifeguard at all.
Turtle beaches at night. On the beaches around Kiti and Pervolia, nests are monitored and protected in the breeding season. Do not dig near marked nests, do not use torches or bright lights on the sand at night, and do not drive or park on the beach. If you see hatchlings, keep your distance and let them reach the sea on their own.
Getting there. The town beaches are an easy walk from the centre or a short bus ride. For Pervolia, Kiti and Mazotos a car is much easier, and the beaches near the airport make a good last swim before a flight. See car hire at Larnaca airport.