Top 5 Villages to Visit
One of the best things about living in Limassol? You’re never far from a totally different vibe. In under an hour, you can swap city streets for stone houses, mountain air and meze in a village square.
These villages are rich in tradition, full of charm, and perfect for lazy walks, kid-friendly exploring, or just soaking up a slower pace of life. Here are five of our favourite day-trip villages, each with something special to offer.
1. 🍇 Omodos
📍 40 mins from Limassol
Arguably the most famous wine village in Cyprus, Omodos is known for its picturesque stone houses, cobbled square, and impressive 17th-century monastery. The central plaza is great for sitting with a coffee while kids run safely in view, and there’s plenty of browsing to be done in the surrounding craft shops.
🍷 Wine tasting for you, fresh lemonade for them
🥾 Easy walking, mostly flat
🧒 Best for: A laid-back lunch + local culture
2. 🌲 Kakopetria
📍 1 hour from Limassol
Tucked in the Troodos foothills, Kakopetria offers a cooler climate and a fairytale feel. Wooden balconies overhang cobbled streets, and the sound of the river runs through the old town. There are forest walks, a great playground by the river, and shaded tavernas for lunch.
🌳 Cooler in summer, crisp in winter
🚶♀️ Nature trails suitable for families
🧒 Best for: Forest adventures and stone path strolls
3. 🧀 Lofou
📍 30–35 mins from Limassol
Smaller and quieter than some of the others, Lofou is a beautifully restored village that feels untouched and authentic. It’s a great place for a calm wander, a stop at the Lofou Traditional Café, and a scenic family photo or two. The village is also home to a lovely church and small folklore museum.
☕ Local cafés feel like someone’s living room
🧺 Great picnic spot on the outskirts
🧒 Best for: Peaceful family time and simple pleasures
4. 💧 Kalopanayiotis
📍 1 hr 15 mins from Limassol
Set on a mountainside with cascading cobbled paths, Kalopanayiotis feels like a mountain retreat. It’s best known for the Ayios Ioannis Lampadistis Monastery, sulphur springs, and spa retreats—but it’s also a lovely village to explore with kids. There’s a fun suspension bridge and a little riverside trail that younger kids love.
🧘♀️ Feels like a weekend getaway, even in a day
📸 Beautiful for photography lovers
🧒 Best for: Curious walkers and “wow” views
5. 🌻 Platres
📍 45 mins from Limassol
One of the more developed mountain villages, Platres is a go-to for hiking, eating, and cooling off in summer. There’s a playground, shady walks, and nearby access to waterfalls and nature trails like the Caledonia Waterfall Trail, which is doable with older kids or babies in a carrier.
🍝 Good range of restaurants and coffee shops
🚶♂️ Great mix of town and trail
🧒 Best for: Active families and outdoor explorers
Final Thoughts…
Each of these villages offers something a little different—wine, waterfalls, or just a great place to breathe. And the best part? You can visit any of them in a day, no overnight required.
Pack snacks, bring layers (village weather can shift fast), and enjoy a slice of Cyprus that’s slower, sweeter, and a little more storybook than the coast.
Have a favourite village of your own? Let us know! We’re always up for adding to the list—and helping more families discover the magic beyond Limassol. And check-out our other related articles Top 5 Local Beaches and Top 5 Day Trips.
