Once a sleepy fishing village, Ayia Napa is now the party capital of Cyprus. Ayia Napa town centre is based around the central square, which is lined with restaurants, shops, bars and nightclubs. By day, the square is a perfect spot to relax over a coffee and watch the world go by, and by night the square comes alive with groups of young partygoers. Ayia Napa is the party capital of Cyprus; its streets are bursting with discos, big-name DJs, hectic bars and thumping nightclubs.

Holidays in Ayia Napa feature a selection of stunning golden sandy beaches, all of which have been awarded an EU blue Flag for cleanliness and offer a wealth of water sports, such as jet skiing, windsurfing, canoeing, speed boating and scuba diving. The best beaches include: Nissi beach, which is one of the most popular in Ayia Napa, especially among young crowds for its fine sands and crystal-clear water; Harbour beach is one of the longest on Cyprus and is a favourite with families for its relaxed atmosphere; and New Golden Bay with its swathe of golden sand that shelves gently into the sea.

Holidays in Ayia Napa also offer cultural and historical points of interest, including: the Ayia Napa Monastery with its 16th-century church and ancient sycamore tree; the Tornaritis Pierides Museum of Marine Life with its impressive displays of Cypriot marine life; the Municipal Museum of the Sea, which is dedicated to the preservation of the underwater environment; and the Makronissos Tombs, which are an ancient burial site just west of Ayia Napa village. A 10-minute drive from Ayia Napa will take you to Cape Greco, which is considered one of the most stunning sceneries on the island.