Activity Nicosia, Cyprus

Divided Capital NICOSIA

4.9 (26 reviews) 3 hours Private tour

out of 5

26 reviews

4.9

Today you will visit the old city, the capital of the island on foot with your guide. You will take photos of historical sights that remain till today from Byzantion, Lusignan, Venetian and Ottoman period while you listen to the history from your guide.
There are multiple departure times for this tour. The first one is at 9am and the second one is at 1pm
This tour will be ideal for you if you are interested in history , culture and some free time for shopping.

Half-day Tours Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours Cultural Tours Historical Tours Walking Tours City Tours Short term availability

Not included: Children under 12 must be accompanied by the parents
Not included: The lunch is not included in the program
Not included: Valid passports must be brought along to show at the check points.

Kyrenia Gate

20 min

One of the oldest gate to enter the walled city of Nicosia
The Samanbahce Quater

10 min

It was built in 1900 by the Ottoman Saban Pasa. 72 houses were given to the people who were in need. You will see the cistern in the centre.
The Venetian Column

10 min

It was brought to Nicosia from the ancient city of Salamis during the Venetian Period. The symbol of St. Mark Lion was on the top of the pillar. Your guide will tell you all about its story.
Selimiye Camii

20 min

It was built as a Cathedral by Lusignans.Thypical Gothic style. When Ottomans came to island in 1570 they added minarets and converted into a Mosque. It was known as Ag. Sophia Mosque until 1956 and afterwards named Selimiye Mosque.
Buyuk Han

40 min

It was built in 1572 by Muzaffer Pasha. It has a cistern and mescit in the centre.Nowadays its one of the nicest tourist attractions. You can strech your legs while you enjoy the taste of the Cypriot coffee with the traditional borek.....
Famagusta Gate

40 min

It is one of the 3 Gates which surround the city of Nicosia. We'll walk by and stop to take some photos while you listen to its history.
Archbishop's Palace

20 min

We stop by the Archbishop's palace to take some pictures while you listen to its history.
Ledra Street Crossing Point

20 min

This is one of the border crossings between North and South Nicosia. The tour will start here and end here.

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Dress code is formal
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Valid from the time of first use, for the consecutive days selected.