Thalassa Municipal Museum of the Sea
Δημοτικό Μουσείο Θάλασσα
A sea-themed museum in Ayia Napa whose highlight is a reconstructed 4th-century BC Kyrenia ship.
The museum covers the history of Cyprus's maritime connections and marine life, from reconstructions of prehistoric reed boats to specimens of sea creatures. Its central exhibit is the Kyrenia II, a seaworthy merchant ship rebuilt to match the design of a 4th-century BC shipwreck. The museum is fairly small, and a visit takes about an hour. Entry costs about 5 euros. It is a few minutes' walk from the monastery and the central square, and a good option for escaping the heat or a rainy day.
Opening hours
Tue–Sat approx. 09:00–17:00; shorter hours or closed Sun and Mon
Nearby sights
- Ayia Napa Monastery
- Ayia Napa Harbour
- Ayia Napa Sculpture Park
- Nissi Beach
- Ayia Napa Sea Caves
- Makronissos Beach & Tombs
- Profitis Elias Church, Protaras
- WaterWorld Waterpark Ayia Napa