Ayia Napa Harbour "Limanaki", Cyprus (GoPro 4 Silver) ᴴᴰ
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Date: 2016-08-17

Ayia Napa Harbour "Limanaki", Cyprus
Ayia Napa harbour area is a must visit part of the town and offers something to see and do both in the daytimes and at night. It has spectacular views out towards Cape Greco and over the Mediterranean sea. 
Once a tiny fishing shelter, these days the traditional fishing boats rub shoulders with all sorts of modern tourist submarines and pirate ships. Much of the resorts fresh fish is still landed here and if you're up early enough you can purchase fresh fish straight off the boat. 
The harbour is pretty and generally quite peaceful and is a great place to spend an hour or two just soaking up the atmosphere.

Fresh fish restaurants
As well as the mooring facilities for boats, there are numerous restaurants at the harbour, most serving excellent fresh fish at great prices. If you're too spoilt for choice with the extensive menu's you could opt for a fish meze where you get a bit of everything to try. 

The Harbour Beach
 This beach is known by many names, including Pantahou Beach, Gliki Nero (sweet water), Limanaki Beach, Ayia Napa town beach, Grecian Bay and Harbour beach. 
It is the closest beach to the centre of Ayia Napa and starts at the harbour. The beach stretches eastwards towards the Ayia Napa sea caves and is one long sweep of fine golden sand. 
The beach has watersports, a selection of places to eat and get refreshments and gently shelves making it safe for families. The end nearest the harbour is slightly rocky underfoot. 
Shops and bars at the harbour
The harbour in Ayia Napa also has a selection of shops selling a selection of beachwear, souvenirs and clothing. 
Bars at the harbour are family friendly and low key and include the Queen Vic and Bulldog Inn as well as a couple of cafe's and snack bars. 

Boat Trips from Ayia Napa harbour

There are lots of boat trips which sail from Ayia Napa harbour every day throughout the summer months.  A boat trip is a great way to see the dramatic cliffs of Cape Greco and the sea caves, view the ghost town of Famagusta from the sea, and admire the pretty coastline of the Eastern coast of Cyprus. 
There is a huge choice of boat trips from Ayia Napa with something to suit all ages and budgets. There are short 1-2 hour trips and longer, full day cruises. 
There are glass bottom boats, submarines, pirate ships, safari boats and more traditional cruisers for a lazy day voyage along the coast. Booze cruise and party boats also go from here and these are very popular. 
Most boat trips will offer the chance to swim in the crystal clear waters of the med. Some also provide snorkels so you can view the underwater world. Fun family friendly trips such as the Black Pearl Pirate Ship also include an entertainment programme with a pirate and cannon show. Treat yourself to a relaxing Catamaran cruise or if you're in Ayia Napa to party, then the Kandi Boat Party is a top way to spend a saturday afternoon. 

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