The buried ancient city of Amathus is 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) from Limassol.

Archaeological excavations have unearthed ruins of the Byzantine period and a tomb of the 7th century BC.

[5] The ancient Kolossi Castle, which is located 9 kilometres (5.6 mi) to the west of Limassol, reflects the fall of Acre and history of the Templars and their confiscated property allotted to the Limassol District for cultivation of wine and sugarcane.

The Kouris River rises in the southern slopes of Troodos Mountains, which lie in the northern part of the district towards the centre of Cyprus, and flows to the sea near the ancient city of Kourion.

[8] Episkopi Bay is a nesting ground for green and loggerhead turtles, both of which are on the IUCN list of endangered species.