Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Getting out of Nicosia is made easy by the prominent signs all along Leoforos Stasinou.
Be wary, however, of the many one-way streets and the numerous on-street parking re-
strictions. Avoid the peak period of 11am to 1pm on weekdays when traffic can be very
slow.
THE GREEN LINE AT NIGHT
Nicosia is a remarkably safe city to walk around. However, the Old City streets, particularly near the Green Line,
can appear dingy and threatening at night, and solo women should avoid them. Crossing into the North is allowed
only at official checkpoints; you'd be ill-advised to try to cross at any other place. This illegal move would lead to
serious trouble. Also, be sure that you don't inadvertently take any photographs of the Green Line or the so-called
no-man's zone, as this will surely lead to your camera being confiscated and possibly some tough questioning.
SERVICE TAXI
Travel & Express ( GOOGLE MAP ; % 7777 7474; www.travelexpress.com.cy ; Municipal Parking Place, Leo-
foros Salaminos) has several popular routes, including Lemesos (€11, 1½ hours), Pafos
(change at Lemesos, €20.50, 1½ hours), Larnaka (€8.50, one hour) and Agia Napa (€17,
one hour).
Although Travel & Express will pick you up at an appointed time from anywhere in
urban Nicosia, delays of up to 30 minutes are the norm; similarly, passengers boarding at
the Podocataro Bastion will usually spend up to 30 minutes picking up other passengers
before actually departing Nicosia. Be prepared and allow for at least an extra hour.
TAXI TO NORTHERN CYPRUS
Things have changed significantly when it comes to crossing into the North, though
you're not advised to take a rented car across the line. The easiest thing to do if you have
luggage and don't want to walk is to get a taxi to take you anywhere in the North. Most
drivers should be happy to do this - if one refuses, try another. Most taxi drivers who go
to the North will generally have the visa leaflet you'll need to fill out. A journey from
Nicosia to Northern Cyprus should cost anywhere between €28 and €45, though you'd be
best advised to cross to North Nicosia on foot and rent a car there - it'll be cheaper and
more flexible.
8 Getting Around
TO/FROM THE AIRPORT
 
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