Divided Capital NICOSIA


3 hours
Free cancellation
1 - 6
Mobile ticket

Overview

* 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.

Inclusions

  • Professional guidance
  • Coffee and/or Tea

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Kyrenia Gate, Ibrahimpasa, Nicosia Cyprus

One of the oldest gate to enter the walled city of Nicosia

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: The Samanbahce Quater, Kaymakam/Mahmut Pasa, Nicosia Cyprus

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The Venetian Column, Mecidye/Asmalti, Nicosia Cyprus

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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Selimiye Mosque, Nicosia Cyprus

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.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Buyuk Han, Nicosia Cyprus

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.....

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Famagusta Gate, Nikiforou Foka, Nicosia Cyprus

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.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Archbishop's Palace, Kyprianou Square, Nicosia Cyprus

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

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Ledra Street Crossing Point, Ledra Street, Nicosia Cyprus

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

Duration: 20 minutes

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Grace_T
January 2022

While I was sadly unable to attend due to a (very) last minute work conflict, I’m posting a 5 star review here because I really think the staff has earned one, given how accommodating and understanding they were. Even though my guide lost a significant amount of time while she waited for me to fi...

antonellahakki
September 2023

Sirin suha was our guide.She took us to different places from different heritages that can be seen the last divided capital in Europa .We had our lemonade in a Keervansaray which was built on 16th century. If you ever come to Cyprus do not forget to choose this tour with Sirin to make your day ...

896leea
September 2023

This was, for me, the highlight of our trip to Cyprus. Sirin is an excellent tour guide and we learned so much about Nicosia in particular (and Cyprus in general). She met us on the Greek side of the city and guided us across the Green Line to the Turkish side. She also knew a lot about archit...

Ute_K
July 2023

It was an amazing tour ! Sirin is a very knowledgeable guide and a very nice and friendly person. Within a few hours we got great insights in Nicosias history and saw all the important spots. I really can recommend this tour!

neumanna92
February 2021

This tour was well worth every penny. Sirin is one of the best guides that we had so far.Who made our day unforgettable.

Journey826893
September 2019

A nice chance to know the turkish side of Nicosia with depth of historical and cultural information we wouldn't have the chance to know without a guide.

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