Port guide · Cyprus
Cyprus's second city, on the south coast, with a long seafront promenade linking the old port and the old town. The historic centre has Limassol Castle and cafés in narrow lanes; a little to the west, the ruins of Kourion sit on a clifftop above the sea.
Ships berth at Limassol's new port, about 4 km west of the old town. Outside the port you can take bus 30, which runs along the coast and drops you near the old port in about 15 minutes; there are also taxis, or you can walk along the seafront in about 50 minutes.
Time: About 15 minApprox. price: Pay on board; bring change
Board at the stop by the port and get off near the old port or the castle
Time: About 10 minApprox. price: Metered fare
For Kourion, agree a fixed return fare
Time: About 50 minApprox. price: Free
Along the seafront: flat, but long
Ships often offer a shuttle bus into the centre: check the daily programme on board.
Route 1
Limassol Castle
A medieval castle housing the Medieval Museum
Agia Napa Cathedral
The Orthodox cathedral in the old town
Old port
Yachts, seafood restaurants and cafés
Molos promenade
The big seafront promenade, with sculptures and palm trees
Bus 30 back to the port
Route 2
The ruins of Kourion stand on a clifftop, with a Greco-Roman theatre facing the sea and beautifully preserved mosaics; on the way you can visit the Crusader castle of Kolossi. It is about 20 minutes from the port, so an organised tour is the easiest way.
Want it easy? Join an official MSC shore excursion, timed around the port call. If you booked your cruise with VIAJES FH, ask your advisor to add it for you.
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Transport and ticket prices are approximate, checked in November 2026, and may change. The latest all-aboard time is the one announced on board.
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