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- The 10 streets at a glanceFive of the ten streets are in Nicosia, three in Limassol and one each in Larnaca and Paphos, from chains to local crafts.
- What are shop opening hours on Cyprus high streets?Shops generally open 07:00–21:00 Monday to Saturday, some close on Wednesday afternoons, and an optional 14:00–17:00 break applies from 15 June to 31 August.
- 1. Ledra Street, NicosiaLedra Street is old Nicosia's pedestrianised shopping heart, with chains and affordable shops leading to the crossing point to the north.
- 2. Onasagorou Street, NicosiaOnasagorou Street, parallel to Ledra, mixes textile and handmade jewellery shops with cafés and bars, ideal for shopping before dinner.
- 3. Makariou Avenue, NicosiaMakariou Avenue is central Nicosia's main road for international chains, but parking is limited after pedestrianisation, so allow time.
- 4. Stasikratous Street, NicosiaStasikratous Street is Nicosia's main high-end shopping street, with international and local designer boutiques.
- 5. Stavrou Avenue, StrovolosStavrou Avenue in Strovolos offers chains, cosmetics, boutiques and jewellers, and 28th October Avenue in Engomi is a student-friendly alternative.
- 6. Anexartisias Street, LimassolAnexartisias is Limassol's main shopping street with more than 300 shops, while its traffic, parking and pedestrianisation are still under discussion.
- 7. Agiou Andreou Street, LimassolAgiou Andreou Street in Limassol's old town is the place for locally made goods, from ceramics and leather to Lefkara lace.
- 8. Makarios Avenue, LimassolMakarios Avenue in Limassol has designer shops and showrooms, with a Saturday morning fruit and vegetable market just off it.
- 9. Ermou Street, LarnacaLarnaca's Ermou Street now has more locally owned jewellers and cosmetics shops than chains, and its pedestrianised square has year-round cafés.
- 10. Makariou Avenue, PaphosMakariou Avenue is the main shopping street of Paphos old town, with boutiques, a farmers' market and the covered municipal market nearby.
- Tips for high-street shopping in CyprusAvoid Wednesday afternoons, check summer siesta hours and plan your parking, especially in Limassol's historic centre.
Quick answer
The best shopping streets in Cyprus are Ledra, Onasagorou, Makariou Avenue, Stasikratous and Stavrou Avenue in Nicosia; Anexartisias, Agiou Andreou and Makarios Avenue in Limassol; Ermou Street in Larnaca; and Makariou Avenue in Paphos old town. Nicosia's Ledra Street is pedestrianised and leads to a crossing point, Limassol's Anexartisias has more than 300 shops, and Agiou Andreou is the place for local crafts.
- Ledra Street in Nicosia runs about 1 km from Eleftheria Square; its southern part was pedestrianised in 1998, and its crossing point reopened on 3 April 2008.
- Anexartisias Street in Limassol is 730 metres long and has more than 300 shops; in 2026 the municipality appointed consultants to design its future, with pedestrianisation under discussion.
- Some shops in Cyprus still close on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, and an optional 14:00–17:00 summer break applies from 15 June to 31 August.
- Shops must close by 18:00 on Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve and Good Friday.
- Kennedy Square in Paphos old town was renovated from 2015 to 2017, ahead of Paphos's year as European Capital of Culture.
Malls are handy, but the best shopping in Cyprus still happens on the high streets of the old towns, where chains sit next to jewellers, craft shops and cafés. Here are ten streets worth exploring in Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca and Paphos, with what you will find on each and the practical points to know before you go.
The 10 streets at a glance
| # | Street | Town | Best for | Pedestrianised? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ledra Street | Nicosia | Chains, small fashion shops, cafés | Southern part, since 1998 |
| 2 | Onasagorou Street | Nicosia | Textiles, handmade jewellery, bars | – |
| 3 | Makariou Avenue | Nicosia | International chains and big brands | New pedestrian zones |
| 4 | Stasikratous Street | Nicosia | Designer boutiques | – |
| 5 | Stavrou Avenue | Nicosia (Strovolos) | Chains, cosmetics, jewellery | – |
| 6 | Anexartisias Street | Limassol | 300+ shops, international brands | No (under discussion) |
| 7 | Agiou Andreou Street | Limassol | Local crafts, Lefkara lace | Yes |
| 8 | Makarios Avenue | Limassol | Designer shops and showrooms | – |
| 9 | Ermou Street | Larnaca | Jewellery, cosmetics, cafés | Ermou Square |
| 10 | Makariou Avenue | Paphos | Old-town boutiques | – |
What are shop opening hours on Cyprus high streets?
Shops generally open between 07:00 and 21:00 from Monday to Saturday, give or take an hour or two, and later on Sundays (typically from around 11:00). Some shops still close on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons and all day Sunday, while shops in tourist areas often stay open late and on Sundays. From 15 June to 31 August there is an optional three-hour break from 14:00 to 17:00. As of October 2026, the Limassol Tourism Board also lists Wednesday closing at 15:00 for Limassol shops. Before Christmas and Easter shops can stay open later, but they must close by 18:00 on Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve and Good Friday. Our working hours guide has more.
1. Ledra Street, Nicosia
What it is: the commercial heart of old Nicosia, running about 1 km north from Eleftheria Square. Its southern part was pedestrianised in 1998. What you find: international chains, smaller and more affordable clothing and shoe shops, three linked arcades with shops and cafés, and plenty of places to eat and drink. Good to know: at its northern end is the Ledra Street crossing point, which reopened on 3 April 2008; read our guide to crossing to the north as a resident before you go. Nearby Laiki Geitonia, a restored quarter of cobbled lanes, is the place for souvenirs, handmade accessories and artisan workshops.
2. Onasagorou Street, Nicosia
What it is: the street running parallel to Ledra. What you find: textile shops and jewellery boutiques selling handmade pieces, plus a lively mix of cafés, bars and restaurants. It is a good street for combining shopping with dinner. Our Nicosia old town guide covers the area.
3. Makariou Avenue, Nicosia
What it is: the best-known commercial road in central Nicosia, recently redeveloped with new pedestrian zones. What you find: mostly international chains and major brands, plus cafés and restaurants. Good to know: in 2024 a Limassol shopkeepers' representative cited Makariou, Ledra and Onasagorou as streets that lost some commercial appeal after pedestrianisation, partly because of a lack of parking, so allow time to find a space.
4. Stasikratous Street, Nicosia
What it is: Nicosia's main street for high-end shopping, parallel to Makariou Avenue. What you find: international and local designer brands and boutiques, with cafés and restaurants between them.
Map it · Walking route
A shopping walk in central Nicosia
- Stasikratous Street
- Makariou Avenue
- Eleftheria Square
- Laiki Geitonia
- Ledra Street
- Onasagorou Street
Opens Google Maps with every stop in order. Opening hours can change, so check before you go.
5. Stavrou Avenue, Strovolos
What it is: a shopping avenue popular with people from Strovolos and across Nicosia. What you find: international clothing chains, cosmetics shops, boutiques at different price points and jewellers, plus cafés, pubs and dessert shops. For another suburban option, 28th October Avenue in Engomi has clothing, shoe and sports shops and a mall, and is popular with students. See our Strovolos area guide.
6. Anexartisias Street, Limassol
What it is: Limassol's main shopping street, 730 metres long through the old town. What you find: the Limassol Tourism Board counts more than 300 shops; H&M opened a branch here in March 2022, and shopkeepers say the street keeps drawing major international brands. Gregori Afxentiou Square, on the street, hosts events such as the Limassol Carnival. What's changing: cars still use the street, and pavements are narrow. In early 2026 Limassol Municipality appointed consultants, who are running public consultations and co-design workshops on a "new Anexartisias Street"; traffic direction, parking and pedestrianisation are all still being discussed. Parking is the main problem for the historic centre.
7. Agiou Andreou Street, Limassol
What it is: the old town street for locally made goods, very close to Anexartisias. What you find: art, leather goods, woven goods, ceramics, copperware, handmade silverware and jewellery, baskets and Lefkara lace. It is a good place to look for the products in our local products and souvenirs guide. Explore the area with our Limassol old town guide.
Map it · Walking route
A shopping walk in Limassol Old Town
- Anexartisias Street
- Gregori Afxentiou Square
- Agiou Andreou Street
Opens Google Maps with every stop in order. Opening hours can change, so check before you go.
8. Makarios Avenue, Limassol
What it is: one of Limassol's main commercial avenues. What you find: designer shops, prestigious boutiques and showrooms, and small shops of every kind. On Saturday mornings, the open-air fruit and vegetable market is held just off the avenue at the Epaminondas car park.
9. Ermou Street, Larnaca
What it is: Larnaca's main shopping street in the town centre. What you find: since Metropolis Mall opened in 2021, Ermou has fewer international chains and more locally owned shops, including many jewellers and cosmetics shops. Ermou Square is pedestrianised, and its cafés and restaurants open all year. The new Larnaca municipal market is also in the commercial centre. See our Larnaca city centre guide.
10. Makariou Avenue, Paphos
What it is: the main shopping street of Paphos old town (Ktima), reached from Kennedy Square, which was renovated between 2015 and 2017 ahead of Paphos's year as European Capital of Culture. What you find: boutiques and a farmers' market on the avenue, and around the old town, shops selling leather shoes, jewellery, souvenirs, designer labels, luggage and sunglasses, plus craftspeople making ceramics, copperware and woven goods. The covered municipal market is nearby. Getting there: regular city buses link the old town with Karavella station. Our Paphos guide has more to do nearby.
Map it · Walking route
A shopping walk in Paphos old town
- Kennedy Square
- Makariou Avenue
- Paphos Municipal Market
Opens Google Maps with every stop in order. Opening hours can change, so check before you go.
Tips for high-street shopping in Cyprus
- Avoid Wednesday afternoons if you want every shop open, and check summer siesta hours.
- Plan your parking. Shopkeepers say parking is the main problem for Limassol's historic centre, and similar complaints are made about pedestrianised streets in Nicosia.
- Combine streets and malls. For big chains under one roof, see our 10 best shopping malls in Cyprus.
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What is the main shopping street in Nicosia?
Ledra Street is the pedestrianised commercial heart of the old town, with international chains and smaller shops. Makariou Avenue and Stasikratous Street, just outside the walls, have the big brands and designer boutiques.
What is the main shopping street in Limassol?
Anexartisias Street, a 730-metre street in the old town with more than 300 shops. Nearby Agiou Andreou Street is known for locally made crafts.
Are shops in Cyprus closed on Wednesday afternoons?
Some are. Visit Cyprus says some shops still close on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons and on Sundays, while shops in tourist areas often stay open late and on Sundays.
Can I walk from Ledra Street to the north of Nicosia?
Yes. The Ledra Street crossing point reopened in April 2008. Check the rules for residents in our guide to crossing to the north before you go.
Where can I buy souvenirs in Nicosia?
Laiki Geitonia, the restored quarter near Ledra and Onasagorou Streets, is known for souvenirs, handmade accessories and artisan workshops.
Useful links
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- Time, Working Hours & Holidays – Deputy Ministry of Tourism (visitcyprus.com)
- Visit Nicosia – Christmas shopping tip: where to go in Nicosia
- Visit Nicosia – Nicosia's top 10 must-visit places
- Limassol Tourism Board – Shopping places
- Visit Pafos (Pafos Regional Board of Tourism) – Old Town Pafos
- Politis – The next day for Anexartisias Street requires boldness (29 April 2026)
- CBN – Limassol's Anexartisias to become a one-way street ahead of pedestrianisation (April 2024)
- Commercial.cy – A journey through time: Paphos old town (2023)
- DOM LiVE – Shopping in Larnaca: a guide to shops and markets (2024)
- Wikipedia – Ledra Street
- Wikipedia – Anexartisias Street
