Old Town Paphos Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Paphos
Popular places to visit
Byzantine Museum
The eighth-century icon of Agia Marina on display in this intriguing museum is one of the oldest ever found in Cyprus.
Paphos Archaeological Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Paphos Archaeological Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Paphos. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Paphos Harbour
Visit the marina’s historic castle in the day and stay after the sun goes down to experience the lively restaurants and discotheques.
Tombs of the Kings
Delve into the intricate network of underground tunnels to see a majestic series of catacombs from more than 2,000 years ago.
Paphos Castle
Relish the panoramic view from atop a fort that dates back a millennium. It survived the rule of Byzantine, Ottoman and British empires.
Paphos Archaeological Park
Intricate Roman mosaics are the highlight among countless remnants from the various cultures that inhabited the area in the past few millennia.
Activities
From Paphos: Chrysoroyiatissa, Kykkos and Omodos Day Trip
From Ayia Napa/Protaras/Larnaca: Paphos and Kourion Day Trip
Blue Lagoon cruise: giant slide, music & Paphos hotel transfers
Full Day Tour in Akamas Adonis Waterfalls and Blue Lagoon
Paphos: Half-Day City Tour with Tombs of the Kings Entry
Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting
Our pick of the best Old Town Paphos Hotel Deals
Axiothea Hotel
Hotel is near the central square area not the seafront but still convenient if you have a car. For a few euros extra its worth booking a room with balcony with seaview. Lovely traditional stone floor lobby with lounge overlooking the bay.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Two-Bedroom Suites by Kentrikon 1924 Boutique Hotel, Old Town
Perfect
Reviewed on 21 June 2025
Kentrikon 1924 Boutique Hotel Old Town
Artemis Cynthia Complex
Large balcony with comfortable chairs and a table, tiny bathroom, massive and comfortable sofa. Kitchen equipped with the basics, plenty of parking, 4 pools to choose from. A good central location but I know the area and even I got a bit lost in the car a few times.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort
While we had a lovely holiday the maid service was poor, out of the 6 days we were there 2 days the room was not cleaned, 1 day we had to go to reception to ask for it to be cleaned and on 1 day it was cleaned the cups and glasses were not washed. In the restaurant in the evening the tables are all ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Elysium
Staff and attention to detail
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Paphos
Paphos City Center
Paphos City Center is a destination visitors seek out for its great bars, beautiful seaside views and luxurious spas. You might also want to check out attractions like Paphos Municipal Park or Byzantine Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Universal
Though Universal may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Paphos Harbour and Alykes Beach.
Vasiliko
While Vasiliko isn't home to many top sights, Saint George Private Hospital and Paphos Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.
