leventis municipal museum of nicosia

Don't be put off by the slightly drab exterior and the closed doors, to this building. Inside is a wonderful FREE museum. An absolute must, if you want to learn about the island's past.

I enjoyed the salad and they have an excellent grilled salmon. Service was perfect and quick. Very nice atmosphere

Leventis is the best of the museums we visited in Nicosia. Compared to Cyprus Museum this place was far more interesting.

I didn't expect to find something like that in Cyprus. Great selection of art pieces, the building features many technological aids to help you learn more for the exhibits.

A very modern building housing the private collection of Leventis family, very affordable entrance fee. It took me 90 minutes to view all exhibits so if in Nicosia and have a couple of hours to spare, it is really well worth seeing

The museum presents the whole history of Nicosia. Even locals must visit as many parts of the history shown are unknown. The building is a classic Nicosian design and one of the most beautiful ones.Check for new exhibitions.Must re-visit!

Well-presented history of the island - pre-history, Ottomans, Venetians, British, Turks.. told through pictures, ceramics, clothes paintings, crafts, artefacts and photos. A must see museum in the most interesting bit of town.

The Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia presents the history and social development of the city of Nicosia from the Chalcolithic period (3000BC) to the present day.The museum is named after its donor Anastasios G. Leventis Foundation. which bought and restored the building and its administered by the Municipality of Nicosia and opened to the public on April 20, 1989.Also you may buy various souvenirs, copies of antique objects, books and unique gifts for friends.Located in the historical centre of the old town, surrownded by cafes, taverns, shops and small old stone-built churches that all is in the two pedestrian streets Ledras and Onasagorou.

There is much more to Cyprus than sea, sun and sand. I always enjoy wandering the narrow streets inside the impressive Venetians walls of Old Nicosia. Today I visited the Leventis Museum which proved to be a very good way of learning more of the history of both the island and Nicosia itself. The museum is very well laid out with a wide range of exhibits and a pleasant courtyard should you want a break. Entrance is free and lifts are available for the less mobile.

The Leventis Museum is in Leiki Geitonia, in a pair of mansions that have been modernised. It has many artefacts from the island, pottery and jewellery, as well as a history of the city to British times. Free, and has a nice cool courtyard ideal for relaxing and snacking.

I think fun is the appropriate work to describe my experience at this museum. From a projector playing a video covering the history, to a corner with interactive games for kids, this museum is a perfect alternative to discover more about Cyprus and learn more about the history of the island.The museum is close to Ledra street, and the admission is free, but the museum accepts donations.

We visited the museum with friends and then sat at the restaurant to have dinner and chat. It was a pleasant modern yet peaceful atmosphere

In the heart of the old city of Nicosia, a walk from the main municipal parking lot (Tafros), this small museum has so much to offer. The building alone is worth visiting. The permanent exhibition offers insides of the history of the island and the temporary ones are unusual and unique (lately it hosted drawings of children during the Turkish invasion!). Also the story of Mr Leventis is a stand alone tale for the guests. Pay a visit, it is definitely worth it!

I love the way this museum is curated and the thought that was put into the exhibits. I was able to appreciate the rich history of Nicosia and Cyprus. Admission is free and it is a great way to spend an hour and learn about the history and culture of Cyprus.

I visited the museum during the international museum day, as a family with two small kids. The museum offers a nice view of the history of Cyprus, particularly the Byzantine and Venetian eras. My older kid (aged 4) was quite happy with our visit and had a lot of questions about the exhibits. I would recommend this to Cypriots as well as to travellers as it offers a unique glimpse in the rich past of Nicosia and Cyprus. The entrance is free. See the museum website for opening hours.