When the children want a break from the beautiful, sandy beaches of Cyprus why not try some of the following suggestions for something a bit different.

The Marine Park – Ayia Napa

Here you can see shows starring dolphins and sea lions.

The Marine Life Museum – Ayia Napa

Located in Ayia Napa’s town hall, the museum has exhibits of past and present marine life and is the first natural museum of its type in Cyprus. Among the exhibits are a reconstruction of a dinosaur seabed, fossils, sea urchins, turtles, marine plants and much more.

The Dinosaur Park – Ayia Napa

The dinosaurs here move and make dinosaur noises.

Waterworld Waterpark

Waterworld Themed Waterpark – Ayia Napa

Based on ancient Greek mythology, the park has 18 water attractions.

The Ocean Aquarium Park – Protaras

With over 500 species, including crocodiles, penguins, sharks, stingrays and moray eels.

Protaras Fun Park – Paralimni

A fun filled park with pool and waterslides/chutes.

Camel Park

The Camel Park – Mazotos Village, Larnaca

Found between Larnaca and Limassol, here at the camel park you will find camel rides, Noahs Ark with goats, ponies, horses, deer, ostrich, kangaroos, a kids play area, swimming pool and a restaurant.

Paleontology Museum – Larnaca

The museum has a large collection of fossils, some dating back over 500 million years ago. Here you can also see the remains of the extinct pygmy hippo and extinct pygmy elephant.

The Ostrich Wonderland Theme Park – Lefkosia

One of the biggest ostrich farms in Europe. A fascinating day out when you can learn all about ostriches.

Cyprus Donkey Sanctuary

The Cyprus Donkey Sanctuary – Limassol

This is a working sanctuary that takes care of old, sick and unwanted donkies. Children can ‘adopt’ a donkey here.

Fasouri Waterpark – Limassol

Set in 25 acres of land, the park has more than 20 waterslides for all the family to enjoy.

Wet ‘n’ Wild Waterpark – Limassol

This park is based on the Wet ‘n’ Wild Waterpark in Orlando, America.

Galactica Luna Park & Bowling – Limassol

Here you will find 24 lanes of bowling, luna park, video games and internet cafe.

Aphrodite Waterpark

Aphrodite Waterpark – Paphos

Located close to the seafront in the tourist area of Paphos, here you will find lots of different rides and a restaurant.

Island Cove (Adventure Mini Golf) – Paphos

An 18 hole mini golf course set in lovely landscapes which is fun for all the family.

The Bird Park – Paphos

Here you will see beautiful birds, including flamingos, parrots, eagles and ostrich.

The Aquarium – Paphos

Not only will you find fish from all over the world here but you will also find sharks and crocodiles.

Of course there are many, many more attractions for the whole family to visit whilst on your family holidays in Cyprus.

With thousands of cheap holidays to Cyprus on offer throughout the internet you will be spoilt for choice.

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