Paphos Tours &
Things to Do
Discover the best Paphos tours and things to do on Cyprus’s golden south-west coast: explore the UNESCO Archaeological Park with its dazzling Roman mosaics, wander the ancient Tombs of the Kings, visit the sea-born rock of Aphrodite, cruise to the electric-blue waters of the Akamas Blue Lagoon, take a jeep safari through the Akamas gorges, and taste your way through the Troodos mountain wine villages. Compare top-rated experiences and plan the perfect trip.
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Explore Paphos by interest
Whatever brings you to Paphos — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Archaeological Park
Roman mosaics.
ExploreTombs of the Kings
Ancient necropolis.
ExploreAphrodite's Rock
Mythical coast.
ExploreBlue Lagoon
Turquoise cruises.
ExploreAkamas safari
Jeep adventure.
ExploreTroodos
Mountain villages.
ExploreBoat & sea caves
Coastal cruises.
ExploreMyth & sea
History & coast.
ExploreTop attractions in Paphos
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Archaeological Park
Roman mosaics.
Tombs of the Kings
Ancient necropolis.
Aphrodite's Rock
Mythical coast.
Blue Lagoon
Turquoise bay.
Avakas Gorge
Akamas wild.
Aphrodite's Baths
Akamas nature.
Troodos
Mountain villages.
Latchi Harbour
Boat trips.
Boat awayBlue Lagoon
Turquoise bay.
45 min awayAkamas
Wild peninsula.
1.5 hr awayTroodos
Mountain villages.
30 min awayAphrodite's Rock
Mythical coast.
City awayArchaeological Park
Roman mosaics.
40 min awayLatchi Harbour
Boat trips.
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Paphos visitor asks before booking.
Spring (Apr–Jun)
Warm and green, with wildflowers — lovely.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Hot and sunny, ideal for the beach and boat trips.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Warm sea and gentler heat — the best time.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Mild and quiet, good for sightseeing and Troodos.
For the sea
The sea is warmest from June to October.
Best overall
Late spring and early autumn are ideal.
One day
The mosaics, tombs and harbour.
Two days
Add a Blue Lagoon cruise.
Three days
Add Akamas and Troodos.
For history
The Archaeological Park and tombs.
For the sea
The Blue Lagoon and boat trips.
With kids
Boat cruises and sea caves.
On foot
The harbour, park and old town are walkable.
Boats
Cruises reach the Blue Lagoon and sea caves.
Tours
Guided tours and jeep safaris cover Akamas and Troodos.
Car hire
A car suits exploring the coast and mountains at your pace.
Where to stay
Stay near the harbour or Coral Bay.
Euro
Cyprus uses the euro; cards are widely accepted.
Go early to the mosaics
Visit the Archaeological Park early to beat the heat.
Book a Blue Lagoon cruise
Reserve a boat trip to the Blue Lagoon ahead in summer.
Jeep the Akamas
A jeep safari reaches the peninsula’s wild corners.
Sun protection
Summers are very hot — bring hats, water and sunscreen.
Cooler Troodos
Escape the heat with a day trip to the Troodos Mountains.
Shoulder season
Visit in late spring or early autumn for fewer crowds.
Blue Lagoon cruises
Boat trips to the Blue Lagoon sell out — book ahead.
Jeep safaris
Akamas jeep safaris fill up — reserve early.
Troodos trips
Mountain day trips have limited spots — book ahead.
Guided tours
Ancient-site tours book out — reserve early.
Sunset cruises
Evening cruises fill up in summer — book ahead.
Summer season
Summer is busiest — book everything ahead.
Blue Lagoon cruise
Around €35–70 for a Blue Lagoon boat cruise.
Jeep safari
About €50–90 for an Akamas jeep safari.
Troodos trip
Roughly €55–100 for a Troodos day tour.
City & mosaics
Around €25–50 for a guided ancient-sites tour.
Sunset cruise
About €30–60 for an evening boat cruise.
How to save
Join group cruises and combine the ancient sites in one tour.
Paphos through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
- Best for
- Warm & green.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Lovely.
- Best for
- Beach & boats.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Hot.
- Best for
- Warm sea.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Best.
- Best for
- Sightseeing.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Mild.