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Nicosia: History and Architecture Walking Tour
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Constantinos
Duration
4 hours
Meeting point
Eleftheria Square park
Languages
English
From €45
Per person
Free Cancellation. No Booking Fees.
Cancel for free up to 24 hours. We price match.
Overview
Nicosia Unlocked: A 4-Hour Masterclass in Stone and Story for Hardcore Travelers.
This tour is built for architecture lovers and history nerds ready to dive deep into the heart of Europe’s last divided capital.
Inside the Walls:
Walk through Ermou Street, gaze across the Buffer Zone, and explore the Venetian Walls and gates. Visit sacred landmarks like the Church of Archangel Michael Trypiotis, Agios Savvas, Agios Kassianos, Chrysaliniotissa, Phaneromeni, and the grand St. Barnabas Cathedral. Step into the layered past at the former cathedral of St. John and uncover the dual power of church and state at the old and new Archbishop’s Palace. Learn how education shaped identity at the Pancyprian Gymnasium and Phaneromeni Girls’ School.
Beyond the Walls:
See Nicosia’s modern face at Freedom Square, Makariou Street, and the park of the old GSP Stadium. Discover colonial elegance along Lord Byron Street, historic schools like the Eleneio, and small galleries tucked into the city’s cultural core.
Take in views of Pedieos Park, pause at the Municipal Gardens, and walk among the city’s cultural icons, the Municipal Theater and the Cyprus Museum.
This tour is built for architecture lovers and history nerds ready to dive deep into the heart of Europe’s last divided capital.
Inside the Walls:
Walk through Ermou Street, gaze across the Buffer Zone, and explore the Venetian Walls and gates. Visit sacred landmarks like the Church of Archangel Michael Trypiotis, Agios Savvas, Agios Kassianos, Chrysaliniotissa, Phaneromeni, and the grand St. Barnabas Cathedral. Step into the layered past at the former cathedral of St. John and uncover the dual power of church and state at the old and new Archbishop’s Palace. Learn how education shaped identity at the Pancyprian Gymnasium and Phaneromeni Girls’ School.
Beyond the Walls:
See Nicosia’s modern face at Freedom Square, Makariou Street, and the park of the old GSP Stadium. Discover colonial elegance along Lord Byron Street, historic schools like the Eleneio, and small galleries tucked into the city’s cultural core.
Take in views of Pedieos Park, pause at the Municipal Gardens, and walk among the city’s cultural icons, the Municipal Theater and the Cyprus Museum.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Eleftheria Square
- Agios Savvas
- Archangel Michael Trypiotis Church
- Chrysaliniotissa Crafts Centre
- Agios kassianos
- Cypriot snacks
- History
- Architecture
- Fun conversations
- A local’s perspective
Our Guides
Constantinos
On arrival
The easiest way to get to the tour’s starting point is to park at D'Avilla Bastion Parking (Τάφρος Νταβίλα Πάρκινγκ). After parking, follow the app’s directions. You will have to enter the park. The entrance is directly west and next to the parking space. As soon as you enter, look for the guy holding a tablet; that’s me!
Things to note
Especially during the summer months, wear sunscreen, bring water, and protect yourself from the sun. On rainy days, there is a chance that the tour will be canceled.
Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
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