Ayia Napa & Protaras · Ayia Napa
Thalassa Museum of the Sea
Ayia Napa’s museum of the sea, with a full-size replica of the ancient Kyrenia ship, fossils, shells and interactive displays.
Kids 5–11 · Teens 12+
Low-cost entry with reduced tickets for children.
Museums, Castles & history
All year; a good choice on a windy or very hot day.
Opening hours change by season; check the official website before you go.
1 hour
Indoor
Kryou Nerou Avenue, Ayia Napa
Easy by bus
About Thalassa Museum of the Sea
Thalassa (“sea”) is the municipal museum of the sea in Ayia Napa. Its centrepiece is a full-size replica of the Kyrenia ship, a merchant ship that sank off Cyprus in the 4th century BC.
Other rooms show marine fossils, shells and ancient pottery with audiovisual displays. The museum has run children’s treasure hunts and workshops in the past.
What kids love, facilities and tips
What kids love
- The big replica of an ancient ship
- Fossils and shells
- Audiovisual displays
Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Toilets
Tips for parents
- Ask the museum about children’s activities and treasure hunts during school holidays.
Getting there
Easy by bus
The museum is in central Ayia Napa, close to resort bus stops.
Check the bus from your hotelYoung children usually travel free on Cyprus buses.Directions to Thalassa Museum of the Sea (opens Google Maps in a new tab)Taxi or car
For farm parks, waterparks out of town and mountain trips, a taxi or hire car is usually quicker with children and car seats.
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Thalassa Museum of the Sea with kids: questions
Is Thalassa Museum of the Sea free?
No. Low-cost entry with reduced tickets for children.
What ages is Thalassa Museum of the Sea good for?
It suits kids (5–11), teens (12+). Plan on 1 hour for a visit.
How do you get to Thalassa Museum of the Sea?
The museum is in central Ayia Napa, close to resort bus stops.
Sources
Information checked on 2026-10-09. Prices, hours and seasons change, so confirm with the venue before you go.
Deputy Ministry of Tourism: Cyprus for Families info paper (PDF) ↗