Toilets in the Girne Harbour Area
In the Kyrenia Harbour area (Northern Cyprus), there are at least 4 accessible toilet locations: by the mosque, at the start of the "spit" near the promenade, on the waterfront with restaurants, and in Kyrenia Castle. Coordinates for all locations are listed below.
The harbour near Kyrenia Castle is one of the main walking areas in Kyrenia. If you plan to spend 1–3 hours here, the issue of a restroom usually comes up in advance, especially with children. Below is a short list of places where you can usually use a toilet.
- Toilet locations and coordinates
- Prices and conditions
- How to quickly find a toilet on site
- Frequently Asked Questions
Toilet locations and coordinates
- Mosque toilet. Located to the left (women's) and right (men's) of the stairs. Coordinates.
- Toilet at the start of the "spit". On the seaside, the harbour is bordered by a promenade with views of the castle; at the very beginning, in a semi-basement room, there is a toilet. Coordinates.
- Toilet on the waterfront with restaurants. Belongs to several nearby cafes but has a separate entrance from the street. May be closed during waterfront renovations. Coordinates.
- Toilet in Kyrenia Castle. A restroom is available on site, but access is paid separately. Coordinates.
Prices and conditions
| Location | Comment |
|---|---|
| By the mosque | Money is usually dropped in a box; convenient to stop here on the way from the parking to the promenade |
| At the start of the "spit" | Semi-basement room near the promenade on the seaside |
| Waterfront with restaurants | Belongs to several cafes; may be closed during waterfront renovations |
| Kyrenia Castle | Toilet access is paid separately, even if you purchased a castle ticket |
| Cafes and restaurants around the harbour | You can often use the restroom in a cafe; availability and policy may vary |
How to quickly find a toilet on site
- If you just arrived and are parking by the harbour, first check the mosque toilet — it is easiest to reach on the way to the promenade.
- If walking along the seaside promenade around the harbour, look for the toilet at the start of the "spit".
- If you are on the restaurant waterfront, check the separate street entrance to the public toilet (if open), or enter the nearest cafe.
- If you plan to visit Kyrenia Castle, note the separate fee for the toilet on site.
Useful services on the way to the harbour
If you are traveling to Kyrenia without a car and prefer to pre-book a transfer with a fixed route, you can check options on KiwiTaxi).
If you plan trips across Northern Cyprus and prefer to move around by car, you can check local offers on Localrent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there free toilets at Kyrenia Harbour?
The toilet on the waterfront with restaurants is usually free, but it may be closed during waterfront renovations.
Can you use a cafe toilet if you are not a customer?
Often yes: many cafes are fine with a request to use the restroom, but it depends on the specific establishment and how busy it is.
Why is the toilet in Kyrenia Castle paid separately?
In practice, in some tourist locations, separate payment for the toilet is offered as an additional service. It's best to plan for this in advance.
Which location is most convenient if you arrive by car?
If you park near the promenade access points, the mosque toilet often turns out to be the most convenient along the route.
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