Shipwreck Museum: Kyrenia's Ancient Maritime Treasure

Discover a 2300-year-old shipwreck and ancient maritime history at Kyrenia's captivating Shipwreck Museum, nestled within the historic castle.

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Housed within Kyrenia Castle, the Shipwreck Museum displays the remarkably preserved remains of a Greek merchant ship that sank off the coast around 300 BC. This unique museum offers a glimpse into ancient maritime trade and shipbuilding techniques, showcasing the vessel and its cargo recovered from the seabed.

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88RF+J4H, Aşağı Cyprus, Küpdemir Sk, Kyrenia, CY

Local tips

Visit during the weekdays to avoid larger crowds and have a more intimate experience exploring the museum.
Combine your visit with a tour of Kyrenia Castle to explore more of the area's rich history.
Check the museum's opening hours in advance, as they may vary depending on the season.
Allow at least 1-2 hours to fully appreciate the displays and learn about the ship's history.

Getting There

Walking

From Kyrenia Harbour, walk east along the waterfront promenade. Continue past the restaurants and fishing boats, keeping the sea on your left. The entrance to Kyrenia Castle, which houses the Shipwreck Museum, will be directly ahead. There are no costs associated with this approach.
Public Transport

From the main bus station in Kyrenia, you can take a local bus towards the Kyrenia Mountains. Ask the driver to drop you off near Küpdemir Sk. From there, it's approximately a 10-minute walk to the Shipwreck Museum, located within Kyrenia Castle. Local bus fare is approximately 2-3 EUR.
Taxi

Taxis are readily available in Kyrenia. A short taxi ride from Kyrenia city center to Kyrenia Castle and the Shipwreck Museum will typically cost around 5-10 EUR, depending on traffic and the specific starting point. Ensure the driver uses the meter or negotiate the fare beforehand.

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The Shipwreck Museum in Kyrenia is a captivating destination for history enthusiasts and curious travelers. Located within the historic Kyrenia Castle, the museum's centerpiece is the remarkably well-preserved remains of a Greek merchant ship that sank just off the coast of Kyrenia around 300 BC. Discovered by a sponge diver in 1965, the ship was carefully excavated and raised by a team of archaeologists from the University of Pennsylvania between 1967 and 1969. The ship itself, constructed from Aleppo pine, measures 15 meters in length and offers invaluable insights into ancient shipbuilding methods. Unlike modern shipbuilding, the vessel was built using the "shell first" method, where the outer planking was constructed before the ribs. The ship's cargo, including over 400 wine amphoras from Rhodes, almonds, grain, wine, and millstones from various Greek islands, provides a fascinating look into the trade routes and goods of the era. Visitors can also view the crew's personal items, such as wooden spoons, jugs, and salt dishes, offering a glimpse into their daily lives. Archaeological evidence suggests the ship was likely attacked by pirates before sinking, explaining the spear points found embedded in its hull. After a meticulous restoration process that took several years, the museum opened to the public in 1976. Today, visitors can explore the exhibits, view photographs of the excavation, and walk along a viewing platform to observe the ancient vessel, carefully preserved in a climate-controlled environment.

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Shipwreck Museum: Kyrenia's Ancient Maritime Treasure

A brief summary to Shipwreck Museum

Local tips

Getting There

Walking

Public Transport

Taxi

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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Vela Yachting LTD

St. Andrew's Church

Ottoman Baldöken Cemetery

Kyrenia Harbour Apartments

The Round Tower

Eziç Peanuts

Niazi's Restaurant

Kyrenia

ENTER hostel

Bellapais Palace

Bellapais Monastery Village Hotel

Kyrenia Road Forest

Kybele Restaurant Girne Kıbrıs

St. Hilarion Castle

Karmi Tunç Çağı Mezarlığı

Unmissable attractions to see

Girne (Kyrenia) Castle

Kyrenia harbor boat tours

Ağa Cafer Pasha Mosque

Kyrenia Harbour

Aphrodite Boat Trips

Panagia Chrysopolitissa Church

Girne Historic Lighthouse

Icon Museum

Archangelos Michael Church

Kordonboyu Park

Statue of Ataturk

Kyrenia Attractions

Kyrenia Port

Λιμάνι Κερύνειας

Peace Memorial

Essential places to dine

Hürdeniz Balık Restorant

Cafe Chimera

Kıbrıs Evi

Limos Restaurant / Cafe / Bar

Corner Balık Restaurant

Jakaranda Café & Restaurant

Kyrenia Four Season Restaurant

Mindal Georgian Restaurant №1

The George

Set Fish Restaurant

TRYPİTİ Seafood Restaurant

La Casa De Pasta

6 Brothers Cafe Bar

African Corner

Nima Restaurant & Lounge Bar

Markets, malls and hidden boutiques

Madani Bazaar Cyprus

Next Designer

ALİ BABA & SWEETY TURKISH DELIGHT

World Of Leather, Kyrenia

Yolo Trend-Kıbrıs Pazarı

Boutique Cyprus Gifts

Fanus Gift and Carpet Shop

Vero Marca

Wool and craft shop.

Kyrenia Gift Shop

Address

Anatolia Shopping Center

Ertan market

BRANDSTORE

Icon Cyprus

Essential bars & hidden hideouts

Bliss Bar

Ego Bar

Cyprian Cafe & Bar