Paphos, What to See: More Attractions

Paphos: What to see…

Attractions in the Paphos district are plentiful, so plan your itinerary carefully and if you wish, to include as many attractions as possible.

It’s well worth it because most of the attractions have a fascinating story or legend behind it and the locations and views of most of them are breathtaking.

You will definitely need to take your camera with you! :-)

So apart from…

…you might also want to check out the following attractions in the Paphos district. It’s well worth it!

Click the links below to guide you through the article.


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Paphos, What to See: Paphos (Pafos) Zoo

Paphos zoo is set in a lush and unspoiled natural environment of more than 100.000 sq.m in Peyia in the Paphos district; and it’s home to a variety of birds and animals from every corner of the planet.

Over 350 species like elephant, giraffe, monkeys, crocodile, meerkats, kangaroos, albino wallabies, mouflon, white lions, tigers, snakes, parrots, owls and many more are residents of the zoo.

The collection of venomous snakes and parrots is one of the largest in Europe!

For a family day out consider including Paphos zoo in your itinerary. Not only kids, but adults love it too!

If you love animals, you will love Paphos zoo! :-)


Paphos Zoo, Cyprus: SwansPaphos Zoo, Cyprus: Swans
Paphos Zoo, CyprusPaphos Zoo, Cyprus
Paphos Zoo, Cyprus: CowsPaphos Zoo, Cyprus: Cows
Paphos Zoo, Cyprus: LionPaphos Zoo, Cyprus: Lion
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Paphos Zoo, Cyprus: CamelPaphos Zoo, Cyprus: Camel
Paphos Zoo, Cyprus: TigersPaphos Zoo, Cyprus: Tigers
Paphos Zoo, Cyprus: ElephantPaphos Zoo, Cyprus: Elephant
Paphos Zoo, Cyprus: RhinocerosPaphos Zoo, Cyprus: Rhinoceros
Paphos Zoo, CyprusPaphos Zoo, Cyprus

Paphos, What to See: Rock of Aphrodite (Petra tou Romiou in Greek)

Petra tou Romiou (it means Rock of the Greek or Rock of the Roman) also known as Aphrodite’s Rock or Rock of Aphrodite is located off the shore along the motorway of Paphos-Limassol.


Important Note: The road sign for the exit towards Aphrodite’s Rock says Petra tou Romiou – not Aphrodite’s Rock or Rock of the Greek.

So be careful when driving on the island…you don’t want to miss the road sign saying Petra tou Romiou otherwise you will miss the exit and the views – Petra tou Romiou, Rock of Aphrodite, Rock of the Greek/Roman = the same place.

Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos, Cyprus (Petra tou Romiou in Greek)Rock of Aphrodite, Paphos, Cyprus (Petra tou Romiou in Greek)

Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite’s Rock) is an important attraction in the Paphos district since the views to get there are spectacular (it’s one of the most beautiful coastlines on the island) and the legend behind the Rock is so fascinating.

So include it in your itinerary…you have nothing to lose…only to gain from the breathtaking views.

Click the link below for more information and pictures of Petra tou Romiou/Aphrodite’s Rock.


…And that wraps up our article on “Paphos, What to See: More Attractions”. We hope you have an excellent holiday here on our island! Enjoy :-)