Mackenzie Beach, Larnaca (must see)
Mackenzie Beach is a must-see beach in Larnaca. The sandy beach has palm trees that offer natural shade. It is a flat beach, which makes both lounging and walking along the beach easy. Calm, shallow waters offer safe wading even for young children. Mackenzie Beach is a favorite for local families who want to relax by the sea.
Mackenzie Beach also offers numerous water sports and activities. Visitors can rent jet skis, go water skiing, try windsurfing or even rent a speed boat. Diving is a very popular activity at Mackenzie Beach because the Zenobia Wreck Diving Site is nearby. The Zenobia Wreck is 172 meters long (564 feet). It is often said to be one of the best dive sites in the world.
Like many beaches in Cyprus, Mackenzie Beach has blue flag status. This is awarded to a beach that strives to keep sand and water clean while also offering a safe environment.
The promenade along Mackenzie Beach provides access to a large number of cafes and bars. Ice cream, espresso and even mixed drinks are available without leaving the sand. Shaded outdoor dining on wooden flooring is also widely available. The beach area becomes even more active at night when bars and nightclubs open.
Mackenzie Beach was named after a man named McKenzie who moved to Larnaca from Scotland after World War II. He opened a restaurant and bar that he named after himself. The restaurant proved so popular that locals began referring to the beach with the restaurant's name.
Mackenzie Beach also offers numerous water sports and activities. Visitors can rent jet skis, go water skiing, try windsurfing or even rent a speed boat. Diving is a very popular activity at Mackenzie Beach because the Zenobia Wreck Diving Site is nearby. The Zenobia Wreck is 172 meters long (564 feet). It is often said to be one of the best dive sites in the world.
Like many beaches in Cyprus, Mackenzie Beach has blue flag status. This is awarded to a beach that strives to keep sand and water clean while also offering a safe environment.
The promenade along Mackenzie Beach provides access to a large number of cafes and bars. Ice cream, espresso and even mixed drinks are available without leaving the sand. Shaded outdoor dining on wooden flooring is also widely available. The beach area becomes even more active at night when bars and nightclubs open.
Mackenzie Beach was named after a man named McKenzie who moved to Larnaca from Scotland after World War II. He opened a restaurant and bar that he named after himself. The restaurant proved so popular that locals began referring to the beach with the restaurant's name.
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Mackenzie Beach on Map
Sight Name: Mackenzie Beach
Sight Location: Larnaca, Cyprus (See walking tours in Larnaca)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
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Sight Location: Larnaca, Cyprus (See walking tours in Larnaca)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Larnaca, Cyprus
Create Your Own Walk in Larnaca
Creating your own self-guided walk in Larnaca is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Larnaca Introduction Walking Tour
Larnaca is the third-largest city in Cyprus. It was once a city-kingdom known as Kitoin. Though Kition was established in the 13th century BCE, the Phoenicians rebuilt the area around 1000 BCE. Some of the remains from this time, like cyclopean walls and temples, can still be seen today.
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
The modern name, Larnaca, is derived from the Greek word "larnax" due to the numerous burial sites... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Seaside Promenade Walk
Throughout its multi-thousand-year history, Larnaca has "moved" several times, not only along the sea, but also inland and back, towards the shore. Today, the promenade of Larnaca is the very heart of the city, stretching for three kilometers.
For most tourists Larnaca is just the place where the Airport is located and the first thing they see upon arrival. During the day, herds of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
For most tourists Larnaca is just the place where the Airport is located and the first thing they see upon arrival. During the day, herds of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles