Paphos, Cyprus: The Locals’ Travel Guide

Are you travelling to Paphos, Cyprus for your holiday and you need information to plan your trip?

If so, you came to the right place.

Just follow our guide below and you will find all the information you need to plan your holiday trip to wonderful Paphos.

To make it easier for you we divided our Paphos Travel Guide into 7 sections.

Quick links to the 7 sections of “Paphos, Cyprus: The Locals’ Travel Guide”...

  1. About Paphos
  2. Places to Visit
  3. Accommodation
  4. What to Do
  5. Food & Drink
  6. Paphos Flights
  7. Getting Around


Section 1: About Paphos, Cyprus

In addition to the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) below, you might want to take a look at our information on Paphos Travel before you continue to Section 2.

(Paphos Travel: It includes a treasure trove of information about this wonderful district).


Paphos in Pictures

What a better way to see Paphos...a picture is worth a thousand words.

It took us lots of time and effort but we did it. Take a look at our pictures of this wonderful district by clicking the link above.

Enjoy :-)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the nearest airport in Paphos?

The nearest airport in Paphos is Paphos (Pafos) International Airport (PFO) which serves millions of visitors each year.


Where is Paphos?

Paphos is in Cyprus, an island country in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea.


Where is Paphos in Cyprus?

Paphos is located on the southwestern coast of Cyprus; in the Greek-Cypriot side of the island (the South).


What’s the time in Paphos, Cyprus?

The island has only one timezone (EET – UTC+2:00); we are 2 hours ahead of the UK and therefore the time in Paphos is the same as in Nicosia the capital city of Cyprus.


What’s the currency in Paphos?

The currency in Paphos is the Euro; the same goes for the rest of the island in the South (the Greek-Cypriot side).


What’s the language in Paphos?

The language spoken in Paphos is Greek and the Cypriot-Greek dialect. English is widely spoken too. Other languages that are spoken in the tourist sector – among others – are Italian, German and French.


How to say Paphos – how to pronounce Paphos?

It’s easy…

Paphos in Greek = P a f o s (Πάφος)


How do I get from Larnaca (Cyprus) to Paphos?

For transfers from and to the airport check out Paphos airport transfers and Larnaca airport transfers.


How is the weather in Paphos?

Please check out our article on weather in Cyprus.


Section 2: Places to Visit in Paphos, Cyprus

In this section you will find places in Paphos worth visiting. Just take a look below and click the links to find out where the prettiest places are in the Paphos district.



Kato Paphos, Cyprus

Kato Paphos is a must-see, must-walk place in the Paphos district.


Coral Bay Resort

Coral bay is a very popular and a must-visit resort in Paphos. The beach is stunning and the scenery breathtaking.


Coastal Villages & Akamas Peninsula

Pegeia (also spelled as Peyia) is a very popular town in the Paphos district. For more information about what you can do and see in Pegeia (also spelled Peyia) click the link below.


Latchi (also spelled Lachi or Latsi) is a beautiful coastal fishing village in the Paphos district.

If you love pebble beaches then Latchi is the place to be.


If you wish to experience more Mediterranean life visit the traditional coastal village of Polis.


If you love nature, then visit Akamas Peninsula, our National Forest Park in Paphos.


You can either rent a 4x4 car (car rentals in Cyprus) or book a Jeep Safari  (Paphos tours) to explore Akamas peninsula.

Either way you will experience a great adventure!

Paphos Agrotourism Villages

Agrotourism (agrotourism in Cyprus) is an opportunity to experience the rural life of the island, natural beauty and traditional culture.

Take a look at these stunning traditional agrotourism villages in the Paphos district worth visiting.

  • Goudi
  • Kathikas
  • Panayia
  • Arodes
  • Droushia
  • Choulou
  • Fiti
  • Giolou
  • Episkopi Paphos
  • Miliou
  • Kallepia
  • Pano & Kato Akourdalia
  • Nikokleia
  • Lysos
  • Amargeti
  • Argaka


A great idea is to rent a car and explore the villages above. Also, you can find additional routes to explore the island and itineraries here…

Section 3: Accommodation in Paphos, Cyprus

Hotels

Paphos has some of the best hotels on the island! No doubt about it!

We have stayed in several hotels in Paphos and we were amazed by their services!

From luxury to boutique and budget hotels here you will find enough information to make up your mind.

Click the links below to see which hotels made it in our list.



Are you looking for a 5 star hotel in Paphos?

Click the link below to check out our list of the top 5 star hotels in the Paphos district.


If a luxury hotel is what you are looking for, then take a look at our top 5 picks of luxury hotels in Paphos.


Take a look below at the guide of the best hotels in Paphos.


Are you on a budget? No problem…take a look at our top picks of cheap hotels in Paphos.


What are the good hotels in Paphos?

We recommend 5 and 4 star hotels for your stay. It’s the best way to accommodate yourself in Paphos. You will most certainly enjoy it!

However, if you are a budget traveler, by clicking the link below you will also find the top 3 and 2 star hotels in this beautiful district.


Click the link below to find our top 6 picks of hotels in Kato Paphos.


Click the link below to check out our guide of the best beachfront hotels in Paphos.


Resorts

See our Top 7 picks of resorts in Paphos by clicking the link below.


Apartments/Holiday Lets

Apartments are another popular type of holiday accommodation in Paphos. Click the link below to check out the best apartments/holiday lets in the Paphos district.


Villas

Holiday villas are a popular holiday accommodation among the locals and visitors of the island. So hurry up reserve your holiday villa before everything is fully booked!

Click the link below to check out the Top 9 holiday villas in the Paphos district.


Camping

If you are on a low budget then camping might be the answer for you.


Yurts

Yurts are a unique and wonderful type of accommodation! Try it out.


Agrotourism Accommodation

Enjoy the wonderful nature and Cypriot hospitality by staying in agrotourism traditional villages.


Section 4: What to Do in Paphos, Cyprus

There is an abundance of things to do and see in the wonderful district of Paphos!

All you have to do is scroll down to check out our recommendations.


Sightseeing

If you love sightseeing then you will need to read the information below. Take a look at it.


Swimming

That’s one of our favorite activities! :-)

Swimming at the beaches of beautiful Cyprus will make your day!

At least this is how we feel every time we visit our amazing beaches. We love the Mediterranean, we love Cyprus!...and that’s a fact! :-)

Soak under the sun while you admire the scenery. It’s a wonderful experience since we have some of the best beaches in the Mediterranean Sea!

We also included Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark for you and your family. It’s a great way for kids to spend their day…for adults too!


More Things to Do

Looking for more things to do in the Paphos district? Take a look at the links below…


Section 5: Food & Drink in Paphos, Cyprus

Paphos is full of restaurants, taverns, bars, pubs, clubs…you name it!

Click the links below for further information.


Section 6: Flights to Paphos, Cyprus

The nearest airport to Paphos is Paphos (Pafos) International Airport (PFO). Click the link below for more information and air ticket fares.


Section 7: Getting Around in Paphos, Cyprus

There are taxis and buses in Paphos that you can use for your transport.

However, the best way to travel around Paphos is by renting a car. That’s the best way to explore this wonderful district! We can’t stress this enough :-).

So if a rental car is in your budget, then go for it! You won’t regret it!

If, however, you don’t wish to rent a car then take a look at Paphos airport transfers to find out information about transfers from and to the airport.

Just click the links below for further information…



...And that's the end of the 7 sections of “Paphos, Cyprus: The Locals’ Travel Guide”.

We hope you had fun planning your trip to Paphos in Cyprus…the island of Aphrodite...the island of love.

Best Regards from Cyprus

Maria & Chris :-)


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