Mackenzie Beach

4.53,130 Reviews#29 in Beaches

Featured in Best Beaches in Cyprus

Mackenzie Beach is a popular choice among visitors to Larnaca due to its wide range of entertainment options. Situated near the city’s international airport, this 1-km-long stretch of sandy beach offers comfortable loungers and umbrellas where you can relax and enjoy the sight of planes flying overhead. The entire beach is lined with lively bars and restaurants. You can also expect various events to take place on the seafront stage, such as art fairs, market stalls, late-night parties, and concerts.

What makes it special

Watch planes come in to land directly above as you unwind on the sand.

Relax on a soft sandy stretch with gentle water that’s easy for swimming.

Experience a busy beach scene with ample loungers, dining, and cafés throughout.

Mackenzie Beach provides convenient facilities including toilets, showers, and changing rooms. There are also children’s play areas and a variety of water sports for adults and older children to enjoy. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can even explore the nearby Zenobia shipwreck through diving. Mackenzie Beach is easily accessible on foot or by car, as it is located just a short distance from Larnaca’s city center.

Ello says

Arrive early to enjoy the beach and plane spotting before crowds gather.

Rent a sunbed for a more comfortable and shaded day by the water.

Try local dining spots such as Rebuke, Lush, and Ammos for meals.

Visit early in the morning to avoid crowds and witness planes landing before it gets too busy.

Reviews

Google reviews sit at 4.6 from 2,000 reviews, while Tripadvisor is at 4.3 from 1,130, so the response looks consistent across both sources. Recent comments most often mention the setting, the atmosphere, and the service.

Google
Google2,000 reviews
4.6/5
Tripadvisor
Tripadvisor1,130 reviews
4.3/5

Google rating breakdown

5 stars1,373
4 stars443
3 stars125
2 stars23
1 star28
5/5

Magdalena Pilwińska

22 May 2025from GoogleGoogle

Amazing beach with a unique vibe! The view of planes approaching for landing right above the water is such a cool and unexpected experience. Soft sand, clear water, and comfortable loungers with umbrellas make it a great place to relax. Perfect spot for aviation enthusiasts or anyone looking for something a bit different from the usual beach scene. Clean, sunny, and super photogenic — highly recommend spending a day here! 🌊🏖️☀️

5/5

Klaus Castagni Parasole Volhøj

6 October 2025from GoogleGoogle

Nice clean beach with free changing and toilet facilities. Showers have a small fee.Sunbeds and umbrella is available for rent at 2,5€ per piece. Very great price and the equipment is in good quality.Fun place to watch the airplanes come in to land at the nearby airport.

5/5

Armand Ghenciu

20 November 2025from GoogleGoogle

Very nice and large blue flag beach with beautiful views a lot of coffee shops and places to spend quality time. The beach is ending near the airport so you can enjoy the departures of planes!

2/5

Matas Bagdonas

16 February 2026from GoogleGoogle

Dirty sand, dirty water, paid parking, expensive dining - essentially a tourist trap. There are many beaches in Cyprus that are much better in vibe and aesthetics. Only good thing about this beach are the planes flying over your head.

5/5

Irina Epameinonda

12 October 2025from GoogleGoogle

Very nice public beach.. Sandy beach.. Good to go with children.. Has many restaurants and beach bars..

5/5

Mahesh Saini

10 August 2025from GoogleGoogle

Clean beach groomed every day and here is the key Summary- Clear water, soft sand, no pebbles, umbrellas and restaurants- Since Airport is nearby, you will see planes landing from very low height- Many water sports activities- Access to washrooms, showers and drinking water but these are paid public servicesRecommended for a perfect day on a beach day out.

5/5

Dominik Riedl

22 August 2025from GoogleGoogle

Very nice beach to spend time until your flight approaches. Enough parking spaces and beach bars.

4/5

Rafal Bilik

24 February 2026from GoogleGoogle

A very nice spot for watching landing airplanes.

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