Paphos District

Paphos was once the Roman capital of Cyprus and is listed  as a World Heritage Site the area abounds in monuments the House of Dionysos hosts some of the finest examples of floor mosaics in the Mediterranean region and the Tombs of the Kings, the Christian Catacombs, ancient Byzantine churches and many other sites are all fascinating reminders of the area’s poignant past.

The old town of Paphos,  is a maze of winding streets boasting a vibrant selection of traditional and modern shops, supermarkets and a colourful indoor market selling locally grown fresh fruit and vegetables as well as other produce for which this area is famous.

Paphos is built around a picturesque fishing harbour, which is shadowed by an ancient fort. An all-year-round holiday atmosphere prevails here. There are plenty of open-air cafes, tourist shops and local taverns where you can sample a fish meze a delicious selection of the morning’s catch. Here are some of the best hotels on the island, many of which have regular events and activities for both guests and local residents. There are also many excellent restaurants serving a variety of international cuisine.

Paphos is the perfect location for those seeking a gentle climate and tranquil lifestyle but who also wish to remain within easy reach of Paphos modern facilities.

Museums

Paphos Archaeological Museum - Grivas Dighenis Street
Attractive collection of Cypriot antiquities from the Paphos area, dating from the Neolithic Age to 1700 AD.

Byzantine Museum - In the Bishopric.
An interesting collection of objects from the Byzantine period, including Byzantine icons from the 12th to 18th century.

Ethnographical Museum - Exo Vnsy.
Interesting private collection of objects from the Neolithic Age to the present day.

Archaeological Sites

The Mosaics of Paphos - near the harbour.
House of Dionysos, House of Theseus and the recently excavated House of Aion. The amazing mosaic floors, of these 3rd century AD noblemen’s villas, are considered among the finest in the Eastern Mediterranean. They mostly depict scenes from Greek mythology and are beautifully executed.

Tombs of the Kings 
Wide area containing underground tombs carved out of solid rock dating to 4th century BC, many decorated with Doric pillars. Whether Kings were buried here or not, the magnificence of the tombs gave the locality its name.