The cultural heritage of Cyprus is on display in the many museums, archaeological sites, churches and cultural centres around the island. Only in the main cities - Nicosia, Paphos, Limassol, Larnaca and Ayia Napa are 40 cultural institutions. Most of them are open all year round except for Christmas Day, New Year's Day and Easter Sunday. Opening times can change so it's advisable to check before your visit. You can find the phone numbers of the museum and other cultural institutions in our museum listings.

Entrance fees vary between free to CY £ 1,50 per person. On the 1st of April admission is free to all visitors, State museums are free to Cypriot citizens and schoolchildren escorted by their teachers. The Department of Antiques can issue special entry cards (CY £ 2,50 for one day or CY £ 5,00 for a period of 7 days).