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Divided Capital NICOSIA

Recommended by 96% of travelers
Nicosia, Cyprus
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Enjoy a comprehensive tour of Nicosia with a private guide by your side on this walking tour of the historic city. Your dedicated guide leads your party on a curated itinerary covering key sights from the Ottoman, Venetian, Lusignan, and Byzantine periods. Walk through the divided capital, stopping at each attraction to discuss its history and culture.
  • Perfect for history buffs interested in a deep exploration of Nicosia
  • Get an insider's view of the city when you go with a guide
  • A private tour ensures flexibility and personal attention from your guide
  • Price is per group of up to four people

What's Included

  • Professional guidance
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by the parents
  • The lunch is not included in the program
  • Valid passports must be brought along to show at the check points.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Ledras, Nicosia 1011, Cyprus

    Ledra Street border crossing, Nicosia

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
  • 12/12/2018 - 09/30/2027

    Monday - Saturday : 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Sunday : 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Itinerary

1

Kyrenia Gate

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

The Samanbahce Quater

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

The Venetian Column

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Selimiye Camii

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

5

Buyuk Han

40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

6

Famagusta Gate

40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

7

Archbishop's Palace

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

8

Ledra Street Crossing Point

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 25 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Our guide was very...

Robert_C, Feb 2026
Our guide was very friendly, cheerful and eager to please, yet his knowledge of the Southern side of Nicosia was not as impressive as his full understanding of the Northern side. We enjoyed the time we had together, but felt that we could have learned more about the Greek Cypriot part of the capital. Enjoyable and thorough in that we covered a great deal of ground, but we felt that we could have learned more.

Great way to see Nicosia

Noah_S, Jul 2025
This was the perfect way to learn about Cyprus' divided capital. Sirin was extremely knowledgeable. In just 3 hours, we got to see both the Greek and Turkish sides of the city and learned a lot about the history of the island over the centuries. This was a private tour, and Sirin was flexible with timing. The pacing of the tour was perfect and the short break for a drink was appreciated. Sirin also provided excellent suggestions for lunch restauranta to visit following our tour. We were very happy with the experience!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thanks a lot for the review. Looking forward to seeing you in Cyprus again.

This was a very nice tour...

Shak_B, Apr 2025
This was a very nice tour and Sirin was amazing. She is very attentive, patient, knowledgable and I learnt a lot about Nicosia as well as Cypriot history and culture. Would recommend.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Thanks for the review. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed the day.

Great Nicosia experience

Ute_K, Jul 2023
It was an amazing tour ! Sirin is a very knowledgeable guide and a very nice and friendly person. Within a few hours we got great insights in Nicosias history and saw all the important spots. I really can recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thanks a lot for the lovely review. I hope to see you in the future in Cyprus. Have a safe trip back home.

Professional and gracious

Grace_T, Jan 2022
While I was sadly unable to attend due to a (very) last minute work conflict, I’m posting a 5 star review here because I really think the staff has earned one, given how accommodating and understanding they were. Even though my guide lost a significant amount of time while she waited for me to find out whether or not I could attend, she was incredibly gracious and we’ve arranged to take this overdue tour whenever I return to Cyprus! I was really impressed by the professionalism and kindness of my guide and I’m confident anyone who books through this company will have a great experience—even if, like me, it the objective becomes restructuring your schedule rather than attending a tour!

Response from Host, Jan 2022

Dear Grace sometimes in life last-minute interruptions change your plans. The same happened to you!!! So, whenever you come to Cyprus feel free to contact me (in advance please) and we do the tour as it was planned before. Looking forward to hearing from you....

Deep cultural and historical walking

Journey826893, Sep 2019
A nice chance to know the turkish side of Nicosia with depth of historical and cultural information we wouldn't have the chance to know without a guide.

Response from Host, Jan 2020

Happy to hear that you had enjoyed it. Hope to see you again in Cyprus.

From $239.16

per group (up to 4)

-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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On average, this is booked 11 days in advance.

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