With a wealth of beaches to choose from, you’re bound to find one that suits your taste. From the quiet backwaters of the western peninsula, to the lively resorts in the east, the island has something for everyone.
The eastern coast is famous for its fine white sandy beaches with shallow turquoise waters. Deep water bays with rocky outcrops are perfect for snorkelling or diving. The long finely packed grey sand of the southern coast lend themselves to long winter walks or jogging, while the secluded coves of the western coast beckon when you want to be alone
Phinikoudes Beach
Bordering Larnaka’s (Larnaca) central coastal promenade, Phinikoudes Beach is one of the most famous in Cyprus. “Phinikoudes” means small palm trees (now grown into very big palm trees) that were planted in 1922. The beach has fine grey sand and is some 500 metres long. The width varies from 30 metres to 100 metres. The area is popular for its cafes, bars, restaurants and hotels. There are also a large number of mini markets close to the beach. The commercial and shopping centre of the town is just behind the promenade. The main road, Athenon Avenue, is planted with palm trees, green areas and colourful flowers that add to the magnificent scenery.
The beach has several services and facilities such as toilets, showers, changing rooms, access for the disabled, sun beds and umbrellas and water sports. Lifeguards are on duty with lifesaving equipment during the bathing season.
There is easy and safe access to the beach by bus and car or on foot. Many car parks are found near the beach.
The sea is clean and the water quality in line with standards set by the European Union’s Bathing Water Directive. The sea is usually calm and the waves mild. The area is the venue for the two-week Larnaka (Larnaca) Kataklysmos Fair, usually in June, during which the Blue Flag is withdrawn.
Pernera A Beach
Located in Agia Napa between the beaches of Vathia Gonia and Katsarka, Pernera A Beach is 350 meters long and 25 metres wide. Covered with golden sand, it has moderate waves. Water sports, sun bed and umbrella hire are available on site. There are accommodation facilities nearby, while lifeguards are on duty with lifesaving equipment from 10:00 to 18:00 hours during the bathing season. There is easy access to the beach by car, motorbike and bicycle and on foot.
Kapparis Beach
Located at the end of a one - kilometres track in the Kapparis area outside Paralimni, this is a relatively secluded beach with golden sand and shallow clear waters. The furthest of the beaches in the free Famagusta area, it has basic facilities and is popular with locals.
Pachyammos Beach
Pachyammos Bay has a narrow sandy beach with a very few rocks. It is situated in the Pafos (Paphos) tourist area, in front of the hotels by Poseidonos Avenue. Well signposted, the beach is accessible by bus, car, motorbike and bicycle. From June 1st to October 15th, water sports, sun beds and umbrellas are on hire on site. Accommodation facilities, bars, restaurants and telephones are also available nearby. The quality of the water is tested frequently and the beachfront is cleaned everyday. Lifeguards are on duty with lifesaving equipment from 11:00 to 17:30 hours during the bathing season. | 
