UNESCO site
Kato Paphos Archaeological Park
Roman villas with some of the finest mosaics in the Mediterranean, an odeon and a ruined castle, by the harbour.
- Kato Paphos
- 2–3 hours
Places
Paphos Attractions
The sights in and around Paphos town, ranked roughly by how essential they are for a first visit. For beaches, see Paphos beaches; for the wider region, see day trips and areas.
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UNESCO site
Tombs of the Kings
Underground rock-cut tombs with columned courtyards, on the coast north of the harbour.
- Tombs of the Kings area
- 1.5–2 hours
Attraction
Paphos Castle
Small harbour fort with roof-top views — a 20-minute stop rather than a destination.
- Kato Paphos
- 20–30 minutes
Attraction
Paphos Harbour & Seafront Promenade
The harbour, castle and coastal promenade — Paphos' evening walk and boat-trip departure point.
- Kato Paphos
- 1–2 hours
- Free
Attraction
Agia Kyriaki Chrysopolitissa & St Paul's Pillar
A medieval church set among the ruins of an early Christian basilica, with the pillar linked to St Paul.
- Kato Paphos
- 20–30 minutes
Attraction
Agios Neophytos Monastery
Hillside monastery north of Paphos with a cave hermitage covered in Byzantine frescoes.
- Tala
- 1 hour
UNESCO site
Sanctuary of Aphrodite (Palaepaphos)
Remains of one of the ancient world's great sanctuaries, with a small museum in a Lusignan manor house.
- Kouklia (Palaepaphos)
- 1–1.5 hours
Attraction
Baths of Aphrodite
Shaded grotto pool of legend near Latchi, and the start of the Akamas nature trails.
- Akamas Peninsula
- 20 minutes (pool) · 2–4 hours (trails)
- Free
Attraction
Peyia Sea Caves & Edro III Wreck
Wave-cut caves and a stranded cargo ship on the rocky coast north of Coral Bay.
- Peyia & Coral Bay
- 30–60 minutes
- Free
UNESCO site
Paphos Mosaics
The Roman floor mosaics of Nea Paphos — what they show and where to see the best ones.
- Kato Paphos
- 1–1.5 hours
Attraction
Pafos Zoo
Family wildlife park near Peyia with bird shows and animal encounters — a good half-day with children.
- Peyia & Coral Bay
- 2–3 hours
Attraction
Aphrodite Waterpark
Seasonal waterpark on the coast road east of Paphos, towards Geroskipou.
- Geroskipou
- Half to full day
Attraction
Kato Paphos nightlife (Bar Street)
The concentrated strip of bars and clubs in Kato Paphos — loud, late and seasonal.
- Kato Paphos
- An evening
How to prioritise
With one day, do the Archaeological Park and Tombs of the Kings in the morning and the harbour at sunset — the 1-day itinerary lays it out. With more time, add the hills (Agios Neophytos) and Aphrodite's coast (Kouklia and Petra tou Romiou).
Frequently asked questions
What is the number one attraction in Paphos?
The Kato Paphos Archaeological Park, for its Roman mosaics. The Tombs of the Kings is a close second.
Which Paphos attractions are free?
The harbour and seafront promenade, the Peyia sea caves, Petra tou Romiou and the Baths of Aphrodite are free. The UNESCO sites charge a modest entrance fee.