Beach Guide for Those Going on Vacation

The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is among the most famous holiday resorts with its unique nature, historical buildings and beaches. Cyprus beaches, which have a special place among the beaches in the Mediterranean, attract the attention of both Cypriots and tourists.

You can choose the famous Cyprus beaches to enjoy the trio of sand, sea and sun. Many public beaches serve in the Iskele area of Famagusta. The prominent ones among these beaches can be listed as Makenzi Public Beach, Derinya Public Beach, Glapsides Beach and Silver Beach. In addition, there are many beaches in this region, especially Long beach.

Derinya Beach

This beautiful beach is about 8 km from Famagusta town centre. You can follow the Vahit Güner Street road to go to the beach, which is close to Maraş Mahallesi, by private car. It is also possible to reach here by minibus from the district center. Derinya Public Beach is a beach with approximately 240 sunbeds, which was opened as of 2019. Although the entrance to the beach is free, a certain amount must be paid for umbrellas and sun loungers. There are also various restaurants and kiosks on the beach. The service hours of Derinya Beach, a beach operated by the municipality, are between 8.00 and 22.00 in the morning.

Glapsides Beach

As Glapsides Beach is a municipally run beach, there is no entrance fee. However, there is a certain fee for people who want to take advantage of the sunbeds and umbrellas. Glapsides Beach is 8 km from the city centre. You can easily reach here by following İbrahim Hasan Street with your private car or by taxi or minibuses. On this beautiful beach with fine grained sand; You can enjoy the sun and the sea as you wish. In addition, one of the features of this beach is that it is shallow. Therefore, even if you open a few meters, your feet will touch the ground. In addition, the sea of the beach is smooth and extremely clear. That's why Glapsides Beach is often preferred by families with children.

Makenzi Beach

In the Iskele region of Cyprus, the Makenzi Public Beach stands out. On this beach, where you can enter free of charge, it is sufficient to pay a small amount for sun loungers and umbrellas. There are also many restaurants and businesses around the beach.

Fig Tree Beach

Fig Tree, one of the first beaches that comes to mind when Famagusta is mentioned, is 20 km away from the town center. There is a parking lot at the beach for those who will be able to reach the beach by private vehicle. Located in a cove, Fig Tree is among the most famous beaches of the region with its golden and fine-grained sands. In addition, Fig Tree offers a visual feast to the visitors with its turquoise sea reminiscent of an aquarium. This beach is often crowded, as it is also greatly attracted by tourists. Therefore, people who want to go to the beach are recommended to go early. Although the entrance to the beach is free, a certain amount of money must be paid for sunbeds and umbrellas.

Silver Beach

You can follow Gazi Mustafa Kemal Boulevard to go to Silver Beach, which is approximately 10 km away from Famagusta town center, with your private vehicle. The sea of the beach, which is located near many historical buildings, especially the Ancient City of Selamis, is extremely shallow. In this way, you can easily enjoy the sea with your family here. In addition, this beach is ideal for people who want to relax and enjoy nature, as it is quieter than other beaches. Apart from that, you can meet your food and beverage needs from the cafes around the beach.