What to see and do in and around Paphos & Cyprus
There's loads for all the family to see and do in Paphos and around the whole island of Cyprus, whether
you're after thrilling sports and activities or a more leisurely sight seeing experience. Click the pins on the
map below to see what's on offer, and find out more information about all these and more activities below.
Aphrodite Waterpark
This truly is the best place for all the family to have the most fun! With a range
of pools and slides and plenty of other water activities, Aphrodite Waterpark is a must for your
family holiday!
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Latchi Harbour
The harbour at Latchi is a beautiful place to walk around and see the many fantastic
boats and sample the local lifestyle.
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Polis to Latchi Coastline Cycle Route
Polis is approximately a 25 minute drive from Peyia
Hire a bike and cycle from Polis to Latchi along the coast for a great day out with all the family.
On your way, why not stop off at at Faro's restaurant for some delicious food and meet Mr Bulgaria -
a hilarious and entertaining local who speaks all languages.
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Aphrodite's Rock
25 Kilometres east of Paphos
According to legend, Aphrodite the Goddess of love and beauty rose from the waves in this strikingly beautiful spot.
The Greek name 'Petra tou Romiou' meaning 'The Rock of the Greeks', is associated with the legendary frontier-guard of Byzantine times Digenis Akritas, who kept the marauding Saracens at bay with an amazing strength.
According to folk lore, It is said that he heaved this large rock into the sea, destroying the enemy's ship.
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Coral Bay Sea Caves
Near Paphos
The area just before Agios Georgios is known as the Sea Caves,
due to the natural caves which have formed at the base of the steep cliffs along the coast.
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Paphos Fort
Paphos Harbour
Paphos medieval fort is located down by the harbour,it was originally a Byzantine fort built to protect Paphos and was later rebuilt by the Lusignans in the 13th century,it was dismantled by the Venetians in 1570 and rebuilt once again by the Ottomans after they captured the island in the 16th century. Originally the harbour was guarded by two forts but both were badly damaged when the Turks attacked in 1570.This one was restored and used by the Turks as a prison.For a small charge you can go inside and see the dungeons and climb the narrow steps to the top where you can see the stunning views across the harbour.
Baths Of Aphrodite
Akamas Peninsula, near Polis, 48 Kilometres north of Paphos.
According to legend, the goddess Aphrodite used to take her beauty baths in a pool of a natural grotto, shaded by a fig tree. The pool can still be visited but you are not allowed in the water as there is water snakes etc.
Tombs Of The Kings
Kato Paphos
Spread over a vast area, these impressive underground tombs date back to the 4th century BC. They have been carved from solid rock, whilst some were decorated with Doric pillars. Despite the misleading name, rather than Kings, it was actually high ranking officials and noblemen that were buried here.
Paphos Mosaics – House of Dionysos, Theseus And Aion
Kato Paphos, near the Harbour
The mosaic floors of these noblemen's villas date from the 3rd to 5th century AD. Depicting many various scenes from Greek mythology, they are truly remarkable, and also considered to be amongst the finest in the Mediterranean.
Lara Bay Beach
Akamas, Approx 8 Kilometres from Ayios Georgios
Lara Bay can be found as one of the last remaining wilderness areas in Cyprus – The Akamas Peninsula. Home to the green turtle, one of the few places in the Mediterranean where this turtle returns to breed, Lara is shaped like a horse shoe and is a mixture of soft sand and pebbles. Proposed as a National Park, the Akamas has a wild and rugged beauty unlike anything else on the island.