Ayia NapaΑγία Νάπα

The questions people ask first about Ayia Napa, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

• Cash or card?The euro (EUR) is used in the south; the north uses the Turkish lira, though euros are often taken.Cyprus-wide
• SIM or eSIMIn the south, Cyta, Epic and Primetel sell prepaid SIMs with passport ID; EU roam-like-at-home applies to EU SIMs.Cyprus-wide
• Tap waterTap water in towns is treated and generally safe, but much of it is desalinated and many residents drink bottled water; mountain villages vary — ask.Cyprus-wide
• TippingcheckTavern or restaurant: About 10% if no service charge; check the bill first.Cyprus-wide
• Plugs & powerSockets G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 240 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Cyprus-wide
• SafetyAyia Napa is a low-crime resort and the square is heavily policed in summer.

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

• Coffee€2–4 (≈ US$3–5)
• Sit-down mealTaverna main course€10–18 (≈ US$12–25)
• Beerbar / supermarket can€4–7 (≈ US$5–9)€1–2 (≈ US$2–3)
• Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi across town€8–15 (≈ US$10–18)
• Museum or sight ticketClub entry€10–30 (≈ US$12–35)
• Budget bedHostel or budget studio bed, a night, per person€20 (≈ US$25)
• Mid-range bedDouble room, mid-range hotel, a night, per room€95 (≈ US$120)
• High-end bedDouble room, mid-range hotel, a night, per room€180 (≈ US$250)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget €55 (≈ US$65) · Mid €110 (≈ US$130) · High €220 (≈ US$300)

Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Airports

LCA Larnaca International (About 45 min by taxi or pre-booked transfer; intercity and local buses also run, slower.) · PFO Paphos International (Across the island, roughly 2 h 30 min by road; only worth it if the fare is much cheaper.)

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Budget

€55–85 (≈ US$65–100) excl. bed

Mid

€90–150 (≈ US$110–180) excl. bed

High

€180 (≈ US$250)+ excl. bed

• Club and bar promo staff on the square are persistent and may physically stop you; a polite no is enough.
• Drink prices in clubs can be far above bar prices, and entry fees vary by night: ask before you go in.
• Do not drive after drinking; local limits are strict and checks are common in summer.
• Swim only inside the marked swimming zones — powerboats and water-sports craft use the same bays.
• Sunbeds and umbrellas are municipal and cost a few euro per item per day; in July–August arrive before 10:00.Sunbeds and umbrellas are municipal and cost a few euro per item per day; in July–August arrive before 10:00 AM.
• Summer heat peaks above 35°C (95°F); plan beach time before 11:00 and after 16:00.Summer heat peaks above 35°C (95°F); plan beach time before 11:00 AM and after 4:00 PM.Summer heat peaks above 95°F (35°C); plan beach time before 11:00 and after 16:00.Summer heat peaks above 95°F (35°C); plan beach time before 11:00 AM and after 4:00 PM.