18–19 April 2026
OPEN HOUSE
NICOSIA
This April, Nicosia opens its doors.
A wide range of public and private buildings are welcoming the public with free architectural tours, while themed cultural walks and other parallel activities bring a vibrant energy to the capital.
The Festival
Open House Nicosia is the capital’s newest cultural festival, making its debut on 18–19 April 2026.
It is part of the Open House Worldwide network, one of the most significant global platforms for celebrating architecture and the built environment. Since starting in London in 1992, the movement has grown to include more than 60 cities that open their doors to the public, creating a vibrant dialogue between citizens and their city.
Open House Nicosia 2026:
Opens the doors to a wide range of public and private buildings
Provides free tours led by volunteers and industry professionals
Organises themed cultural walks and various parallel events
39
BUILDINGS
130+
VOLUNTEERS
1000+
VISITORS
Why get involved?
Gain access to public and private buildings that are not usually open to the visitors
Experience architecture firsthand, discovering the stories and the people behind the buildings
Be part of a global movement that spans 60 cities worldwide
Take part in parallel events, such as architectural walks and our photography competition, and see Nicosia through your own lens
It is a weekend where architecture, history, and the modern identity of Nicosia come together.
News & Activities
City Walks
Themed routes that reveal the cultural and architectural evolution of Nicosia.
Photography Competition
Capture your experience and showcase your own perspective of the city.
Stay Informed
Sign up for the Open House Nicosia newsletter and be the first to receive updates on the buildings,
activities and the festival programme.
Sponsors & Supporters:
Community Sponsor
Volunteer Sponsor
OHN Sponsors
"Open Photo" Sponsor
Media Sponsor
Under the Auspices
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