Rita's Guidebook for Protaras & Surrounding areas

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Rita's Guidebook for Protaras & Surrounding areas

Food Scene

Kalamies Restaurant has excellent fresh fish and is located by the beach in a romantic atmosphere overlooking the Kalamies bay and the scenic St Nicolas Church (at a 7-10 minute walk from Villa Sofi ). I suggest you try mussels, grilled squid, grilled octopus and fresh fish of your choice.
56 locals recommend
Kalamies Beach
56 locals recommend
Kalamies Restaurant has excellent fresh fish and is located by the beach in a romantic atmosphere overlooking the Kalamies bay and the scenic St Nicolas Church (at a 7-10 minute walk from Villa Sofi ). I suggest you try mussels, grilled squid, grilled octopus and fresh fish of your choice.
Pinia Restaurant is a traditional taverna on Pinia street with local food and reasonable prices. Only 200 m away from Villa Sofi, walking away from the sea on Pinias street
Pinia Restaurant
Pernera
Pinia Restaurant is a traditional taverna on Pinia street with local food and reasonable prices. Only 200 m away from Villa Sofi, walking away from the sea on Pinias street
At Knights Pub you can try excellent international and some local food. Some exceptional dishes are Duck with Carob syrup, Green Thai Curry and Fish with Orange juice. You must also try their home made ice cream including salted caramel and walnut maple!! Located about 15 minutes away on foot from Villa Sofi.
53 locals recommend
Knight's GastroPub & Restaurant
53 locals recommend
At Knights Pub you can try excellent international and some local food. Some exceptional dishes are Duck with Carob syrup, Green Thai Curry and Fish with Orange juice. You must also try their home made ice cream including salted caramel and walnut maple!! Located about 15 minutes away on foot from Villa Sofi.
Magazaki has excellent souvlaki and other charcoal cooked Cyprus dishes, prepared the way locals like to eat them. The restaurant is nice and the prices are value for money. Make sure to eat souvlaki in pitta bread.
23 locals recommend
Magazaki
44 Kennedy Ave
23 locals recommend
Magazaki has excellent souvlaki and other charcoal cooked Cyprus dishes, prepared the way locals like to eat them. The restaurant is nice and the prices are value for money. Make sure to eat souvlaki in pitta bread.
Excellent Cyprus Taverna featuring selective "meze" dishes. Make sure to call and reserve ahead of time as it is a very busy place frequented by visitors as well as locals. Remember to order warm halloumi!
35 locals recommend
Mousikos Restaurant
35 locals recommend
Excellent Cyprus Taverna featuring selective "meze" dishes. Make sure to call and reserve ahead of time as it is a very busy place frequented by visitors as well as locals. Remember to order warm halloumi!
Zorbas bakery has nice fresh bread, pastries and cakes at value for money prices. There is also a new Zorbas Bakery closer to our house next to the round-about on Kennedy Avenue.
14 locals recommend
Zorbas Bakery
109A 1st April
14 locals recommend
Zorbas bakery has nice fresh bread, pastries and cakes at value for money prices. There is also a new Zorbas Bakery closer to our house next to the round-about on Kennedy Avenue.
It is a Japanese and Sushi bar and restaurant in Grecian Park Hotel overlooking Konnos Bay and Cape Greco, with nice views, excellent food and creative drinks.
6 locals recommend
Umi Restaurant
81 Konnos Street
6 locals recommend
It is a Japanese and Sushi bar and restaurant in Grecian Park Hotel overlooking Konnos Bay and Cape Greco, with nice views, excellent food and creative drinks.
A local taverna famous for its Kleftico. This is lamb meat slowly cooked for 3-4 hours in a traditional village firewood oven with potatoes and spices. It is absolutely fantastic! Make sure to reserve Kleftico when you call for your reservation. It is about a 10-15 minute drive by car.
9 locals recommend
Costaris Restaurant
9 locals recommend
A local taverna famous for its Kleftico. This is lamb meat slowly cooked for 3-4 hours in a traditional village firewood oven with potatoes and spices. It is absolutely fantastic! Make sure to reserve Kleftico when you call for your reservation. It is about a 10-15 minute drive by car.
Its ice cream is great! Make sure to try hazelnut ice cream, our favourite. It also has some sorbet options. There are a few around in the area. The closest one is on Pernera street, right across Pizza Hut and Knights Pub.
Pahit Ice Protaras
5296 Protara
Its ice cream is great! Make sure to try hazelnut ice cream, our favourite. It also has some sorbet options. There are a few around in the area. The closest one is on Pernera street, right across Pizza Hut and Knights Pub.
Kouzalis Tavern, just 100 m from our villa on your way to the beach (across from Golden Coast), offers traditional cypriot dishes. Try the Kleftiko which is lamb slow cooked with potatoes in a traditional earth oven. It is delicious!
Kouzalis Tavern
Kouzalis Tavern, just 100 m from our villa on your way to the beach (across from Golden Coast), offers traditional cypriot dishes. Try the Kleftiko which is lamb slow cooked with potatoes in a traditional earth oven. It is delicious!
A cosy taverna at Protaras with excellent local cuisine and a creative touch, at reasonable prices.
13 locals recommend
Vangelis Tavern Protaras
27 Protara
13 locals recommend
A cosy taverna at Protaras with excellent local cuisine and a creative touch, at reasonable prices.
Very nice Mexican restaurant. Great food, great atmosphere and fun. If you are celebrating a birthday, tell them and you are up for a surprise.
38 locals recommend
Los Bandidos Mexican Restaurant
2 Ari Velouchioti
38 locals recommend
Very nice Mexican restaurant. Great food, great atmosphere and fun. If you are celebrating a birthday, tell them and you are up for a surprise.
Nice Italian restaurant
17 locals recommend
La Cultura Del Gusto
17 locals recommend
Nice Italian restaurant
A very nice fish taverna with stunning views, overlooking Cape Greco. Ask for a table on the terrace with a sea view. If you like barbequed (instead of grilled) fish this is the place to go to. Book in advance.
15 locals recommend
Spartiatis Restaurant
79 Κοννος
15 locals recommend
A very nice fish taverna with stunning views, overlooking Cape Greco. Ask for a table on the terrace with a sea view. If you like barbequed (instead of grilled) fish this is the place to go to. Book in advance.
Good food at reasonable prices
The Raj Indian Restaurant
Protara
Good food at reasonable prices
Walking distance from Villa Sofi, at Golden Coast Hotel. Good pizzas and pasta. Ask for a table overlooking the bay which is beautiful at night.
Trattoria Italiana Mamma Leone
64 Pinias
Walking distance from Villa Sofi, at Golden Coast Hotel. Good pizzas and pasta. Ask for a table overlooking the bay which is beautiful at night.
Take a stroll on the Protaras seaside Pedestrian walk and enjoy your diner or drinks at Di Capillla restaurant. We recommend their big juicy pork chops
9 locals recommend
Di Capilla seaside stories by chef louis papageorgiou
Παραλιακός πεζόδρομος Πρωταρά - Περνέρα
9 locals recommend
Take a stroll on the Protaras seaside Pedestrian walk and enjoy your diner or drinks at Di Capillla restaurant. We recommend their big juicy pork chops
Very nice fish taverna overlooking a sandy bay. Good for lunch or dinner.
20 locals recommend
Aigialos
Vrysoudion
20 locals recommend
Very nice fish taverna overlooking a sandy bay. Good for lunch or dinner.
Our favourite ice cream place at Protaras! Pistachio, salted caramel and nutella are our preferred choices
Patisserie Amelie
37 Leoforos Protara-Kavo Gkreko
Our favourite ice cream place at Protaras! Pistachio, salted caramel and nutella are our preferred choices
Patisserie Amelie Take a stroll on Protaras Avenue and enjoy a selection of mouth watering good ice cream, cakes or pastries.
Patisserie Amelie
37 Leoforos Protara-Kavo Gkreko
Patisserie Amelie Take a stroll on Protaras Avenue and enjoy a selection of mouth watering good ice cream, cakes or pastries.

Drinks & Nightlife

Cliff Bar is located on the side of the cliff overlooking Konnos Bay. It's a romantic spot where you can enjoy a nice cocktail with your loved one or with friends.
29 locals recommend
Cliff Bar
29 locals recommend
Cliff Bar is located on the side of the cliff overlooking Konnos Bay. It's a romantic spot where you can enjoy a nice cocktail with your loved one or with friends.
Ayia Napa is known not only for its great beaches but also for its nightlife, beach parties and boat parties. For these reasons it attracts a lot of young people.
90 locals recommend
Ayia Napa
90 locals recommend
Ayia Napa is known not only for its great beaches but also for its nightlife, beach parties and boat parties. For these reasons it attracts a lot of young people.
A nice, cosy place under the shade of trees to have a beer or a long drink any time of the day right at Golden Coast Bay near our villa.
To Antamoma
A nice, cosy place under the shade of trees to have a beer or a long drink any time of the day right at Golden Coast Bay near our villa.
An all day place serving coffee, light meals and drinks, next to a beautiful sandy beach. Can get very crowded during weekends in the summer but more quiet during weekdays and in Spring or Autumn. About 8 minutes walk from Villa Sofi.
39 locals recommend
Sirena Bay
115 Vrysoudion
39 locals recommend
An all day place serving coffee, light meals and drinks, next to a beautiful sandy beach. Can get very crowded during weekends in the summer but more quiet during weekdays and in Spring or Autumn. About 8 minutes walk from Villa Sofi.

Essentials

METRO is a big, modern, value for money supermarket easily accessible by bus and car. If you need to get your villa or apartment stuffed it is definitely worth a visit.
77 locals recommend
METRO Supermarket Paralimni
212 Protara
77 locals recommend
METRO is a big, modern, value for money supermarket easily accessible by bus and car. If you need to get your villa or apartment stuffed it is definitely worth a visit.
Conveniently situated not far from Fig Tree Bay on the Protaras Cape Greco road
51 locals recommend
Lidl
393 E306
51 locals recommend
Conveniently situated not far from Fig Tree Bay on the Protaras Cape Greco road

Sightseeing

It is the closest view point to the Ghost city of Famagusta (Ammohostos) which is uninhabited since 1974 when it was occupied by the Turkish invasion forces.
7 locals recommend
Famagusta Viewpoint
7 locals recommend
It is the closest view point to the Ghost city of Famagusta (Ammohostos) which is uninhabited since 1974 when it was occupied by the Turkish invasion forces.
It is an old cave church, not known to many, at a 5-10 minutes drive from our villa at the top of a hill overlooking Protaras.
7 locals recommend
Agioi Saranta Cave Church
7 locals recommend
It is an old cave church, not known to many, at a 5-10 minutes drive from our villa at the top of a hill overlooking Protaras.
Spectacular views of the sea and surrounding area. Wear comfortable shoes (many stairs to climb!). Best time to visit late afternoon or early in the morning.
57 locals recommend
Profitis Elias Hill Top
Προφήτη Ηλία
57 locals recommend
Spectacular views of the sea and surrounding area. Wear comfortable shoes (many stairs to climb!). Best time to visit late afternoon or early in the morning.
A picturesque church on a beautiful bay to visit and enjoy the view at any time of the day and in particular at sunset.
St.Nicholas Church
A picturesque church on a beautiful bay to visit and enjoy the view at any time of the day and in particular at sunset.
Great for hiking and enjoying the beautiful views. Walk up to the highest point to enjoy the view of the coast and Ayia Napa at a distance and visit the stunning sea caves
96 locals recommend
Cape Greco National Forest Park
E307
96 locals recommend
Great for hiking and enjoying the beautiful views. Walk up to the highest point to enjoy the view of the coast and Ayia Napa at a distance and visit the stunning sea caves

Getting Around

Buses 101 and 102 run from Paralimni to various areas in Protaras and Ayia Napa regularly. This is an efficient and cheap service if you do not have your own car. The bus stop is only 100 m away from Villa Sofi, on Pinias Street, near the small Supermarket. Take bus 102 to go to Pernera, Sunrise beach, Fig Tree Bay, Konnos beach, Cape Greco, Ayia Napa, Nissi Beach and the Waterpark. Bus 101 takes you to Paralimni where you can take intercity buses to Larnaca and other areas of Cyprus.
6 locals recommend
Paralimni Bus Station (St Georges)
Ayiou Georgiou
6 locals recommend
Buses 101 and 102 run from Paralimni to various areas in Protaras and Ayia Napa regularly. This is an efficient and cheap service if you do not have your own car. The bus stop is only 100 m away from Villa Sofi, on Pinias Street, near the small Supermarket. Take bus 102 to go to Pernera, Sunrise beach, Fig Tree Bay, Konnos beach, Cape Greco, Ayia Napa, Nissi Beach and the Waterpark. Bus 101 takes you to Paralimni where you can take intercity buses to Larnaca and other areas of Cyprus.

Entertainment & Activities

WaterWorld is one of the best waterparks in the Mediterranean sea, it has many slides and other activities to get your adrenaline flowing, and is great fun for young groups and families.
192 locals recommend
WaterWorld Themed Waterpark
192 locals recommend
WaterWorld is one of the best waterparks in the Mediterranean sea, it has many slides and other activities to get your adrenaline flowing, and is great fun for young groups and families.
It's fun for the kids to visit.
68 locals recommend
Ocean Aquarium
68 locals recommend
It's fun for the kids to visit.
Nearest sandy beach to Villa Sofi. Picturesque St Nicolas Church and bay. As you approach the beach you pass by the beautiful Fishing Shelter where, if you go early in the morning, you might even buy fresh fish directly from the fishermen.
56 locals recommend
Kalamies Beach
56 locals recommend
Nearest sandy beach to Villa Sofi. Picturesque St Nicolas Church and bay. As you approach the beach you pass by the beautiful Fishing Shelter where, if you go early in the morning, you might even buy fresh fish directly from the fishermen.
A beautiful sandy beach that is voted as one of the best 25 beaches in Europe by Trip Advisor's Traveller's Choice. Can easily get there with bus 102 from the Bus Stop situated about 100 m from Villa Sofi. Get there early in the morning as it gets very busy. We also love to go there after 5.00pm and stay until late to enjoy the sunset while swimming.
131 locals recommend
Fig tree beach
131 locals recommend
A beautiful sandy beach that is voted as one of the best 25 beaches in Europe by Trip Advisor's Traveller's Choice. Can easily get there with bus 102 from the Bus Stop situated about 100 m from Villa Sofi. Get there early in the morning as it gets very busy. We also love to go there after 5.00pm and stay until late to enjoy the sunset while swimming.
For a fun night out with the family. Mini golf and other fun things to do.
Star Leisure Mini Golf Cafe Bar Restaurant
For a fun night out with the family. Mini golf and other fun things to do.

Parks & Nature

Cape Greco Park is located on the south-eastern coast of Cyprus, east of Ayia Napa and south-east of Protaras. It is an area of unspoiled natural beauty, with 9 nature walks, covering 385 hectares. Hikers enjoy spectacular views from the sea cliffs overlooking beautiful crystal clear turquoise waters.
96 locals recommend
Cape Greco National Forest Park
E307
96 locals recommend
Cape Greco Park is located on the south-eastern coast of Cyprus, east of Ayia Napa and south-east of Protaras. It is an area of unspoiled natural beauty, with 9 nature walks, covering 385 hectares. Hikers enjoy spectacular views from the sea cliffs overlooking beautiful crystal clear turquoise waters.
The sea caves offer stunning views, especially at sunset. Notice the amazing colours of the crystal clear waters in the bay.
41 locals recommend
Sea Caves
E307
41 locals recommend
The sea caves offer stunning views, especially at sunset. Notice the amazing colours of the crystal clear waters in the bay.
Natural bridge created by nature by the sea. Beautiful romantic spot to see or swim by.
13 locals recommend
Love Bridge
13 locals recommend
Natural bridge created by nature by the sea. Beautiful romantic spot to see or swim by.