History & Antiquity

History & Antiquity — Paphos

Ancient amphitheaters, Roman mosaics, and medieval castles.

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Catacombs of Saint Solomoni
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Catacombs of Saint Solomoni

Paphos · 5 min from Paphos

Early Christian underground rock chapel with a sacred wishing tree and holy underground spring in Kato Paphos.

  • Free parking
  • Entry: Free
  • Kids 5+
  • Full shade / indoor
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Accessible all year, offering a peaceful, naturally cool retreat.

Paphos Archaeological Park (Kato Paphos)
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Paphos Archaeological Park (Kato Paphos)

Paphos · 5 min from Paphos

World-famous UNESCO Roman mosaics depicting ancient mythology, amphitheatre Odeon, and coastal lighthouse.

  • Free parking
  • Entry: 4.50 €
  • Kids 5+
  • Partial shade
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Excellent from autumn through spring. Shaded modern pavilions protect the delicate mosaic floors.

Tombs of the Kings
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Tombs of the Kings

Paphos · 5 min from Paphos

Monumental 4th-century BC subterranean necropolis carved into seaside bedrock with Doric peristyle courtyards (UNESCO).

  • Free parking
  • Entry: 2.50 €
  • Kids 4+
  • Partial shade
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October through May offers mild exploring weather. Midsummer visits should start at 8:30 AM opening.

Early Christian Basilicas of Cape Agios Georgios
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Early Christian Basilicas of Cape Agios Georgios

Paphos · 25 min from Paphos

Excavations of a 6th-century pilgrimage port featuring intricate mosaic floors, a baptistery, and cliffside tombs.

  • Free parking
  • Entry: 2.50 €
  • Kids 4+
  • Partial shade
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Spring and autumn provide comfortable exploring temperatures on this exposed coastal headland.

Paphos Medieval Castle
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Paphos Medieval Castle

Paphos · 5 min from Paphos

Byzantine-Ottoman stone coastal fort guarding Kato Paphos harbour, with rooftop vistas over fishing boats.

  • Free parking
  • Entry: 2.50 €
  • Kids 4+
  • Partial shade
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Year-round attraction, wonderfully illuminated after dark.

Panagia Chrysopolitissa & St. Paul's Pillar
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Panagia Chrysopolitissa & St. Paul's Pillar

Paphos · 5 min from Paphos

Grand 4th-century basilica ruins sheltering the historic marble pillar where Saint Paul was flogged before converting Cyprus.

  • Free parking
  • Entry: Free
  • With kids: Kid-friendly
  • Partial shade
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Open daily year-round with free admission.

Tzelefos Venetian Bridge
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Tzelefos Venetian Bridge

Paphos · 45 min from Paphos

The largest and most photogenic 16th-century Venetian stone arch bridge spanning the Diarizos River in Paphos Forest.

  • Free parking
  • Entry: Free
  • Kids 3+
  • Full shade / indoor
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Spectacular in winter and spring when the river flows strong; cool and shaded in summer.

Foinikas Abandoned Village (Asprokremmos Reservoir)
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Foinikas Abandoned Village (Asprokremmos Reservoir)

Paphos · 20 min from Paphos

Hauntingly scenic deserted stone village with medieval Templar roots on the shores of Asprokremmos Dam.

  • Free parking
  • Entry: Free
  • Kids 8+
  • Exposed sun
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Best in spring and autumn or at golden hour; completely exposed to the sun in summer.

Sanctuary of Aphrodite at Palaepaphos (Kouklia)
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Sanctuary of Aphrodite at Palaepaphos (Kouklia)

Paphos · 25 min from Paphos

UNESCO World Heritage sanctuary where the cult of Aphrodite flourished, paired with a Lusignan manor museum.

  • Free parking
  • Entry: 4.50 €
  • Kids 5+
  • Partial shade
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Great year-round; the indoor manor museum offers shade during warmer days.