Cyprus has a large number of tavernas (which offer traditional dishes and apéritif foods) and restaurants offering various cuisines (Greek, Chinese, Italian, European, Mexican and Japanese, etc.). The coastal summer resorts such as Agia Napa and all cities and areas have many entertainment and recreational centres, some of which stay open until the early hours. Many tavernas and entertainment centres have Greek music and dancing. There are also many clubs which provide entertainment until the early hours with modern music and DJs who are very good.

There are theatre and music presentations throughout the year, mainly in the cities. The frequency of events increases in the summer when the ancient tragedies and comedies are presented, operatic performances and classical music concerts are provided by Greek and foreign artists, and world-famous groups and artists give concerts.