About This Location
The museum’s collections are comprised of finds from extensive excavations from all over the island that have helped the development of Cyprus’ archaeology, as well as its research into the cultural heritage of the Mediterranean.
The collections consist of pottery, jewellery, sculpture, coins, copper objects, and other artefacts, all exhibited in chronological order in the various museum galleries. Pieces typical of Cypriot culture – and of particularly important artistic, archaeological and historical value – include the cross-shaped idol of the Chalcolithic period, Early Bronze Age pottery from Vouni, Late Bronze Age golden jewellery from Egkomi, and the 1st century BC statue of Aphrodite of Soloi.
The museum building itself is also historic, and work on it commenced in 1908 and was completed in 1924, when Cyprus was still a British colony. Several extensions were later added for the museum to become the building it is today.
The museum is linked with the Aphrodite Cultural Route.
✨ Why It's Special
- The largest and oldest archaeological museum in Cyprus
- Artifacts spanning 9,000 years of history — from the Neolithic to the Byzantine period
- Exquisite terracotta figurines, sculptures, pottery, and jewelry
- The Aphrodite of Soli statue and other unique finds from across the island
Getting here by bus
- Chilonos - Nechrou Avenueabout 100 m awayPame Express
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- Chilonos - Nechrou Avenueabout 100 m awayNPT (Nicosia)
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- Museum - THOKabout 100 m awayNPT (Nicosia)
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- Museum - THOKabout 100 m awayEMEL (Limassol)
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Scheduled times in Cyprus local time, from the Cyprus National Access Point (CC BY 4.0). Timetables and routes can change — check with the operator before travelling.
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