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Aerial view of Fig Tree Bay and its islet in Protaras
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Protaras & Fig Tree Bay travel guide

Where to stay, eating, family tips and sample plans for Protaras.

Areas

  • Fig Tree Bay — the centre of the action, beaches and restaurants.
  • Pernera — north end, quieter beaches and hotels.
  • Konnos / Cape Greco — scenic and quiet.
  • Paralimni — the inland town, local tavernas and lower prices.

Food

Tavernas along the main road serve meze and grills; Paralimni has local bakeries and traditional restaurants. Try kolokasi (taro) dishes, a speciality of the area around Sotira and Paralimni.

Family tips

  • Fig Tree Bay and the smaller bays have shallow water for children.
  • Carry water shoes for rocky entries.
  • Summer midday heat is intense — plan beach time early and late.

Sample plans

One day

Morning at Fig Tree Bay, afternoon at Konnos Bay, sunset at Profitis Ilias.

Two days

Add a Turtle Cove cruise and an evening on the promenade.

Three days

Explore Cape Greco by bike and take a day trip to Famagusta and Salamis.

Where to stay in Protaras & Fig Tree Bay

Hotels in Protaras are mostly mid-sized resort hotels close to the beaches. Four on Booking.com:

Capo Bay Hotel

📍 Protaras
Upscale ★★★★★

A five-star beachfront hotel in the Fig Tree Bay area of Protaras.

Cavo Zoe Seaside Hotel

📍 Protaras
Upscale ★★★★

A four-star hotel right by the sea in Protaras.

Kokkinos Boutique Hotel

📍 Protaras
Mid-range ★★★★

A four-star boutique hotel in Protaras, a short walk from the beaches.

Adelais Bay Hotel

📍 Protaras
Budget ★★★

A three-star hotel in Protaras, a budget-friendly base near the bays.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Protaras or Ayia Napa?

Protaras for a calmer, family-friendly stay; Ayia Napa for nightlife. They are only 15 minutes apart, so you can enjoy both.

Can you swim to the island at Fig Tree Bay?

Strong swimmers often do; it is about 200 m. Watch for boats and only go in calm weather.

Is Protaras good for snorkelling?

Yes — Konnos Bay and the rocky edges of the bays have clear water and fish.

How far is Protaras from Larnaca airport?

About 50 minutes by car, an hour by airport shuttle.

Is Protaras open in winter?

Many hotels close from November to March; the beaches remain lovely for walks.

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Larnaca

The main airport town: a palm-lined seafront, the Church of Saint Lazarus, flamingos on the salt lake and the Zenobia, one of the world’s top wreck dives.