Kyrenia Old Town
The lanes behind Kyrenia harbour — stone houses, small churches, cafés and craft shops — best explored slowly, on foot from the hotel.
Why wander here
The old town of Girne wraps around the harbour and castle in a tangle of narrow streets. It is a place for wandering rather than ticking off sights: Ottoman and Venetian houses, small mosques and churches, a covered market, and cafés tucked into courtyards.
Because Avenue Hotel sits in the centre, all of it is on your doorstep — you can step out after breakfast or before dinner and simply follow the lanes.
What to look for
- The old harbour and castle at the bottom of the hill
- The covered bazaar and its craft and spice shops
- Quiet churches and mosques hidden in the back streets
Good to know
Is Avenue Hotel in the old town?
The hotel is in the heart of central Girne, a few minutes' walk from the old town and harbour — close enough to explore everything on foot.
Is the old town walkable?
Yes, it is compact and best seen on foot. Wear comfortable shoes for the cobbled and sometimes steep lanes.