Protaras, Cyprus: The Locals’ Travel Guide

Protaras, Cyprus...

What an amazing resort to visit!

Time for storytelling!!

The first time we went to Protaras, we went with our parents when were little. Now we are adults, we visit this exotic resort so often, that we have become to know it like the back of our hand!

Like Ayia Napa, we have explored Protaras many times just for the fun of it! We love it there! :-)

Please note, although Protaras in Cyprus (the neighbour town of Ayia Napa) doesn’t have as many attractions as Paphos, it is one of the most visited exotic resorts in golden Famagusta (Ammochostos in Greek).

Why? I hear you say!

Mostly, because of its beaches, bars, cafes, pubs, clubs, lounges, restaurants, taverns, the Cape Greco National Park, and of course the nightlife.

There are also a few chapels to visit, like the Profitis Elias Chapel and the Ayioi Saranta Chapel (a church in a cave). However, these are not all the attractions in Protaras.

To check out all the attractions in this beautiful resort worth visiting, just click on the link.

Is Protaras for everyone?

Yes, Protaras is for everyone! As we have mentioned above, we know that because we’ve been visiting this amazing resort since we were kids.

Now that we are adults, we still go there and we re-live those wonderful days, time after time. What a blast! :-)

So, Protaras caters for both the younger generation and families with kids. Solo travellers are more than welcome there too...it’s a safe place to rest your head. Just take care of yourself and your belongings and you will be fine.

How about couples?

Like Ayia Napa, Protaras is another beautiful, romantic resort where couples can have fun, or honeymoon in its idyllic splendour…!!

Is this a mini travel guide about Protaras in which I will find all the best information I need to plan the perfect getaway in this exotic resort?

Yes!!! Keep reading on to find out what this is all about.

We have divided our mini travel guide into 7 sections, in order to make it easier for you to find what you are looking for.

Just click on one of the quick links below to go there directly.


Below, are the Quick links to the 7 sections of “Protaras, Cyprus: The Locals’ Travel Guide”…

  1. About Protaras
  2. Places to Visit
  3. Accommodation
  4. What to Do
  5. Food & Drink (Nightlife)
  6. Protaras Flights
  7. Getting Around


Section 1: About Protaras, Cyprus

If you wish to get the best overall picture of Protaras before you arrive there, then visit Protaras Travel.

Also, below, you will find FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) for further information on this exotic resort.


Pictures of Protaras

They say, that “a picture tells a thousand words”…click on the link above to take a look at some of the best pictures of Protaras.

Superb…!! :-)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Protaras?

Protaras is located in Cyprus (the Greek-Cypriot side, the South), an island in the Far Eastern Mediterranean Sea.

It’s located in the Famagusta district (Ammochostos in Greek).

For the best information for first time visitors to our island, see The Island of Cyprus and Vacation in Cyprus.


Is Protaras in Europe?

Yes, Protaras is located in the Famagusta district (Ammochostos in Greek) in Cyprus, a Member State of the European Union.


Does Protaras have an airport?

No, Protaras does not have an airport! The nearest Internationally Recognised Legal airport to this exotic resort is Larnaca International Airport (LCA). For more information on flights to the island, visit Flights to Cyprus.


How do I get from Larnaca Airport to Protaras?

For all of the best airport transfers from Larnaca International Airport to Protaras, check out Larnaca Airport Transfers.


What’s the time in Protaras (Cyprus)?

Cyprus has only one time-zone, governed by (EET = UTC +2 hrs). We also share Summer Time daylight saving… (EEST = UTC +3 hrs). So, we’re always only two hours in front of the UK.


What’s the currency in Protaras?

The accepted legal currency in Southern Cyprus is the Euro (the Greek-Cypriot side).


What language do they speak in Protaras?

In Protaras we speak Greek and the Cypriot-Greek dialect. Also, English is widely spoken as well as Russian, French, Italian, and German (amongst others).


What’s the weather like in Protaras, Cyprus?

Visit Weather in Cyprus for more information of the local weather all-year-round on the island.


Section 2: Places to Visit

As we have mentioned above, we have explored Protaras many times just for the fun of it!

We still do, to be honest! Re-living our childhood memories, and forging new ones. So, it’s easy for us to walk you through the best ones that we love so much, and we present them to you now.

Just click on one of the links below to check them out...


Section 3: Accommodation

The most wonderful hotels, villas, holiday apartments, and resorts await you...What else could you ask of your holiday accommodation in Protaras? :-)

The tourist infrastructure in Protaras is huge!!! So, below, you will find numerous top-rated hotels, apartments, and villas. Hand-picked by us, just to make it easier for you to choose the right one for you!

Do you wish to book a villa?

Splendid idea! Make sure you book one with a swimming pool. It would be wonderful to relax around the pool especially if the villa isn’t so close to the sea.

How about a holiday apartment?

We have included those too! Keep reading on to find out the best of our top-rated holiday apartments in Protaras!

Now, it’s time to check out the hotels, villas, and holiday apartments in this beautiful resort!

Let’s unpack it all right now…! :-)


Hotels

Are you looking for the best hotels in Protaras?

Check this out!

  • The Best of our Top-Rated Resorts and Hotels in Protaras: Our guide includes 5, 4, and 3-star hotels…the best in their category.


Holiday Apartments

Do you wish to book a holiday apartment in Protaras instead of a hotel room?

No worries, we’ve got you covered! :-)

Click on the link below to check them out…!!

  • The Best of our Top-Rated Holiday Apartments in Protaras


Villas

Make sure your villa comes with a swimming pool. It would be wonderful to relax around the pool especially if the villa isn’t so close to the sea… :-).

You will definitely enjoy the pool a lot because the summers in Cyprus, especially in Protaras, are really hot!

  • The Best of our Top-Rated Villas in Protaras


Section 4: What to Do in Protaras, Cyprus

“Some say”, “there aren’t any attractions in Protaras”, but, the abundance of natural wonders that can be explored also includes, the local beaches, the resort of Ayia Napa (the neighbour of Protaras which is only a few minutes away by car), the National Park of Cape Greco, and a few quaint chapels.

You will see that there are enough attractions in Protaras and in the neighbouring resort of Ayia Napa to satisfy anyone’s dreams.

Additionally, there’s swimming, sunbathing at the beach, and don’t forget to put some time aside for sightseeing, scuba diving, and a boat cruise or two…!!

Note: It’s a shame to visit Protaras and not pop-over to see the famous Ayia Napa resort too. It’s an exquisite, exotic resort like Protaras that attracts millions of visitors every year.

So, consider Ayia Napa in your holiday adventure too. We’re sure you must have heard of Ayia Napa… Haven’t you...?

If you decide to explore Ayia Napa along with Protaras, visit Our Mini Travel Guide of Ayia Napa to help you plan your adventure.


The best way to explore Protaras is by renting a car, a quad, a buggy, or a scooter (anything on wheels :-)).

Also, take a look at the following articles...

Sightseeing

No matter how many times we visit Protaras, we always try to visit its different attractions (All the Attractions in Protaras Worth a Visit), just for the fun of it! We have a blast every time whilst sightseeing!

Needless to say, we also love swimming and snorkelling from the beautiful, golden, sandy beaches.

Read on to find out more...


Swimming and Snorkelling

What an awesome time you will have from the golden, sandy beaches of Protaras! At least this is how we feel every time we visit the beaches there! :-)

Take a look at the articles below for more up-to-date in-depth local knowledge...

For snorkelling check this out…!!

In the Famagusta district (Ayia Napa, Protaras, Paralimni) you will find the following awesome snorkelling locations for an out-of-this-world experience...

  • Green Bay (Protaras)
  • Konnos Bay (Protaras)
  • Fig Tree Bay (Protaras)
  • Blue Lagoon (Cape Greko)
  • Malama Beach (Paralimni)
  • Ayia Triada Beach (Paralimni)
  • Nissi Beach (Ayia Napa)
  • Pernera Beach (MUSAN = Museum of Underwater Sculpture Ayia Napa)
  • Ayia Napa Sea Caves


Scuba Diving

If you love this mind-blowing sport, you should try it in Cyprus, if you haven’t tried it before…

...Protaras is the best place to learn…!!


Boat Cruises

We love boat cruises, and the parties that come with them!

  • Take a look at Cyprus Tours (the section on Ayia Napa and Protaras tours) to check out the land and water tours in these beautiful, exotic resorts!


More Things to Do

Are you looking for more things to do around Protaras?

Take a look below…

  • Cyprus Routes/Road-Trips (check out Route 12 – it’s a “Round Robin”, it starts and ends in Ayia Napa. Along the way you will visit Protaras too, plus some spectacular views).

For more of the “Skinny” go to Car Rentals in Cyprus and Driving on the island, click on one of the links and we’ll take you straight there...


Section 5: Food & Drink (Nightlife)

Which are the best of our top-rated restaurants and taverns in Protaras?

  • The Best of our Top-Rated Restaurants in Protaras: Our Top Picks

How about the nightlife in Protaras? Which are the best bars, pubs, and clubs in which to spend the evening?

  • Protaras Nightlife: Our Favourite Bars, Pubs, and Clubs


Section 6: Flights to Protaras, Cyprus

If you wish to fly to Protaras, bear in mind that Protaras has no airport.

The closest Internationally Recognised Legal airport to this exquisite resort is Larnaca International Airport (LCA). To book air tickets visit Flights to Cyprus.

How do you get from Larnaca Airport to Protaras?

See Larnaca Airport Transfers for airport transfers and fees.


Section 7: Getting Around

There are no trains on the island of Cyprus, except for the copper mines (but, that’s another story).

Our transport options are generally rental cars, taxis, buses, or our own private vehicles.

Which is the best way to explore Protaras?

As we have mentioned throughout this mini travel guide on Protaras, the best way to explore this resort (and even the neighbouring resort of Ayia Napa) is by renting either a car, scooter, quad, buggy, anything with wheels. :-)

If renting a car is within your budget, take a look at these two beauties...you won’t regret it…

Note: There is also a public bus service and taxis are available to help you get around.


...So, that turns off our spotlight on “Protaras, Cyprus: The Locals’ Travel Guide”.

We hope you had fun planning, or even dreaming about your trip to this exquisite and exotic resort in Cyprus. :-)


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