Kourion still sings.”
High on a bluff above the Mediterranean, Kourion was once a city of nobles, traders, and performers. Mosaics lit up villa floors, bathhouses warmed cool mornings, and crowds filled the amphitheater to watch dramas unfold against the sea. Earthquakes tried to silence the city, and sand tried to bury it, but Kourion never disappeared completely.
Today, you get to walk through what remains of that golden age. The House of Eustolios still displays its mosaics and bath complex. The amphitheater still curves toward the water, and it is easy to imagine applause rising from the stone seats. Scattered columns and carved capitals hint at shops, workshops, and daily life that once filled these open spaces.
Your self-guided GPS walking tour moves at your pace. As you wander, the audio ties the ruins together into a connected story of ancient Cypriot life. You will follow the path of water through the city’s impressive systems, stand in the Agora where debates once echoed, picture the heat and chatter of the public baths, and admire the mosaics in the House of the Gladiators and the House of Achilles. The fifth-century basilica marks the shift from earlier pagan traditions to early Christian worship, while the tale of the 365 CE earthquake and Kourion’s rediscovery brings the site’s long arc into focus.
You may also find yourself taking extra photos of mosaic floors or imagining scenes in the amphitheater with a sea view. Comfortable shoes recommended.
Want all of our tours? Upgrade to Action+:
- An annual $99.99/year subscription offers access to over 200+ tours.
- Unlimited use throughout the year.
- Includes free access to new tours as they are released.
Where To Start?
Starting Point Address: Kourion Archaeological Site, Episkopi, Limassol District Postal, 4620, Cyprus
How Does It Work?
- Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions.
- Download the app (while in good Wi-Fi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours. If multiple versions or entry points are available for your tour, be sure to download all the audio guides.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to the car stereo via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux, and bring headphones on walking tours. CarPlay and Android Auto are currently not supported; we’re working toward a solution with Apple.
- To begin touring, go to the starting point and launch the app.
- The audio starts automatically once you reach the starting point. Stick to the tour route and speed limit for the best experience.
- Please note that no one will meet you at the starting point.
Kourion Cyprus Ruins Audio Tour Stops
Things to do on the Tour Include:
-
The House of Eustolios
-
The Amphitheatre
-
Stand on the Orchestra
-
Sit on the Steps
-
Kourion Flourishes
-
Kourion’s Aqueducts
-
Approaching the Excavations
-
The Agora
-
The Stoa
-
Hellenistic Structure
-
The Public Baths (Major Baths Complex)
-
Roman Nymphaeum
-
Early Christian House with Triclinium
-
Gladiator House
-
The House of Achilles
-
Early Christian Basilica
-
Earthquake House
-
Kourion's Other Sites
-
Rediscovering Kourion
Preview The Tour
Explore 200+ Tours
Inclusions and Exclusions
App on your phone: A link to download the Action Tour Guide App and Password for your tours. Easy to use: Stories play automatically via GPS, hands‑free. Flexible schedule: Use any day, any time. Tours are valid forever. Interactive audio stories: Experience local history and culture through clear, concise narratives from experienced narrators. At your own pace: No group. Take breaks for photos, snacks, hikes. Go at your own pace. Offline use: No cell signal or Wi-Fi required. Offline GPS Map & route. Stop-to-stop direction. Don’t miss a thing: Enjoy a full itinerary, get travel tips, hear narrated guides, and see hidden gems. Transportation, parking fees, food, and drinks. Entry tickets or reservations for any attractions along the route. Car Rental: Please arrange a rental car at the closest airport or train station. 