Beaches near Larnaca by car

Short answer: in 2026, three Larnaca beaches fly the Blue Flag on CYMEPA's updated list: Finikoudes, Kastella and Mackenzie. [CY1]

Blue Flag beaches in Larnaca (CYMEPA list, 16 Jul 2026)

CYMEPA's updated count (17 July 2026): 46 beaches and 2 marinas in Cyprus fly the Blue Flag. [CY2] The Blue Flag is given to beaches that meet criteria for water quality, cleanliness, safety, organisation, environmental management and public information. [CY3] The Blue Flag applies during the official bathing season. In Cyprus, CYMEPA runs the Blue Flag programme and the Deputy Ministry of Tourism is the national coordinator. [VC-B]

Parking

Mackenzie has a municipal smart car park: pay by contactless card at the exit or in cash at the pay machines; the first 30 minutes are free. [LM3][LM5][LM6] See our guide: Parking in Larnaca.

By car

• Every rental has unlimited km, so you can try a different beach every day.
• Free delivery and collection within Larnaca, including beach hotels, 24/7.
• Larnaca Airport: delivery is free, 24/7. We meet you outside the arrivals/departures halls.
• Child seats of all types are free.

Included in every rental

• Payment: at pickup, cash or Revolut.
• Insurance: Mandatory third-party insurance, valid in the Republic of Cyprus only.
• All cars automatic · unlimited km · free cancellation up to 48 h · open 24/7, same price day and night · 24/7 roadside help on +357 94004999.
• Delivery: free within Larnaca, including Larnaca Airport. Outside Larnaca: €50 per rental, covering delivery and collection.
• Free child seats of all types and a free extra driver.

Driver and licence rules

• EU licence: no international driving permit needed (driving licence + ID card or passport).
• Non-EU licence: passport + driving licence + international driving permit.
• Drivers must be over 27 or have held a licence for 3+ years. Otherwise: Young driver fee applies — ask us on WhatsApp.

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FAQ

Sources

• [CY1] CYMEPA, "Blue Flags 2026" list (PDF, dated 16 Jul 2026; accessed 19 Oct 2026): https://www.cymepa.org.cy/uploads/8475499772.pdf
• [CY2] CYMEPA statement of 17 Jul 2026 (46 beaches, 2 marinas), as published 17 Jul 2026 (accessed 19 Oct 2026): https://cyprus-mail.com/2026/07/17/46-beaches-two-marinas-currently-flying-blue-flag
• [CY3] CYMEPA, Blue Flag criteria (PDF, accessed 19 Oct 2026): https://www.cymepa.org.cy/uploads/documents/bf85d5c3a0.pdf
• [VC-B] Visit Cyprus (Deputy Ministry of Tourism), Beaches (roles only; accessed 19 Oct 2026): https://www.visitcyprus.com/discover-cyprus/sun-sea/beaches/
• [LM3] Larnaka Municipality, Mackenzie municipal car park (published 9 Mar 2026; accessed 19 Oct 2026): https://www.larnaka.org.cy/diefkriniseis-gia-ti-leitourgia-tou-dimotikou-chorou-stathmefsis-stin-periochi-makenzi/
• [LM5] Larnaka Municipality, smart car parks payment methods (published 30 Jan 2026; accessed 19 Oct 2026): https://www.larnaka.org.cy/ypenthymisi-gia-ti-chrisi-ton-dimotikon-choron-eksypnis-stathmefsis/
• [LM6] Larnaka Municipality, parking charges from 1 Dec 2025 (published 28 Nov 2025; accessed 19 Oct 2026): https://www.larnaka.org.cy/se-efarmogi-apo-tin-erchomeni-deftera-1i-dekemvriou-2025-i-tropopoiisi-ton-telon-stathmefsis-se-dimotikous-chorous/
• Facts checked by Layth Rent a Car, 19 Oct 2026

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