Archaeological Museum of Larnaka District
About This Museum
People don't just come to the Archaeological Museum of the Larnaka District for blockbuster finds; they come for a quiet, concentrated dose of Cypriot history. Tucked away near the city's central square, this intimate museum feels more like a curated treasure chest than a vast archive. You'll wander through rooms filled with delicate pottery and stoic stone sculptures, each piece telling a small part of the island's long story. It’s a place that rewards a slow, thoughtful visit, leaving you with a profound sense of connection to the ancient communities that once thrived here.
Collection Highlights
Look for the hauntingly beautiful terracotta figurines from the Kition sanctuary and the impressive sarcophagus decorated with delicate floral motifs. The collection of Roman glassware, shimmering with an iridescent patina, is particularly captivating.
Visitor Information
It's a compact museum, so you can easily see everything in an hour or so—perfect for a cultural interlude during a day of exploring Larnaca. Just head to Kalograion Square; you can't miss its distinctive, low-slung building.
Architecture & Building
The museum is housed in a modest, single-story building with clean, modern lines and a whitewashed facade that feels perfectly at home in the Mediterranean sun.
Contact & Location
Address: Archaeological Museum of Larnaca, Kimonos, Χρυσοπολίτισσα, Δήμος Λάρνακας, Επαρχία Λάρνακας, Κύπρος, 6015, Κύπρος - Kıbrıs
Phone: +357 24 304169
Website: Visit Website
