The 5 Best Tours in Nicosia

1.3-hour Nicosia Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 323 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $70Our pick

Ride through Nicosia’s old town with English-speaking guides Andreas or Andros after a careful Segway lesson. Over three hours, you’ll see the Archbishop’s Palace, Green Line checkpoint, Venetian walls, Famagusta Gate, churches, workshops, and more. A coffee and snack break, bottled water, and guide-taken photos add practical value.

“We had a great and memorable tour with Andros. Andros was patient as we learned how to ride then we were off exploring the city. The tour was fun, easy once your confidence grew and very informative. We highly recommend this tour to all.”

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2.Green Line and Buffer Zone Guided Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 147 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $83

Join Eleni Ellinas for a small-group walk through Nicosia’s divided old city. See Famagusta Gate, the Venetian walls, Ledra Palace, abandoned buildings, military barriers, and the Green Line. The walk usually includes a coffee or tea stop and may cross into northern Nicosia, depending on the group and arrangements.

“Great insight to a complicated situation and we left with much greater understanding of this divided capital. Eleni was excellent, informative, charming and considerate of heat with stops for her visitors. We really enjoyed it.”

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3.NORTHERN CYPRUS ALL-IN-ONE Private Day Trip from Nicosia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 89 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $216

Spend 9 to 10 hours crossing from Nicosia into Northern Cyprus with a private guide such as Sedat, Sebnem, Cemal, or Ozgur. You’ll visit ancient Salamis, Famagusta, Varosha, Kyrenia, Bellapais, and North Nicosia, with transport, lunch, drinks, and entrance fees included.

“This trip was a great time, very hot! Chemal was very nice! I would recommend booking this trip if you are in Cyprus.”

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4.Divided Capital NICOSIA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours walking through divided Nicosia with a private English-speaking guide, often including Sirin. See Ottoman, Venetian, Gothic, Greek Cypriot, and Turkish Cypriot landmarks, cross between north and south at Ledra Street, and pause for Cypriot coffee or borek. The price covers up to four people.

“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 find out whether or not I could attend, she was incredibly gracious and we’ve arranged to take this overdue tour whenever I return to Cyprus! I was really impressed by the professionalism and kindness of my guide and I’m confident anyone who books through this company will have a great experience—even if, like me, it the…”

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5.Nicosia Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $57Best value

Meet a Nicosia local for a private two-to-six-hour walk shaped around your interests. Hosts such as Iliana, Ute, and Charys have helped visitors understand the divided capital, local life, and key sights. You choose the start time and can request specific places in advance. Hotel pickup in central Nicosia is available.

“Fue en Español. Domina genial el idioma. Nicosia es una ciudad por ser la única capital Europea dividida, como lo estuvo Berlín, y ella nos ayudo a entender lo extraño y compleja de la situación en esta ciudad centenaria.”

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