Paphos Attractions
Paphos, in Roman times the chief town of Cyprus and the lending place for pilgrims visiting the Sanctuary of Aphrodite, consists of the old port of Kato Paphos, with defensive walls and a picturesque harbor originally constructed by Alexander the Great, and the modern town of Ktima 2mi/3km inland.
The whole town of Paphos is included in the official UNESCO list of cultural and natural treasures of world heritage.
The whole town of Paphos is included in the official UNESCO list of cultural and natural treasures of world heritage.
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Adonis Falls
Reaching Adonis Falls is an off-road adventure but worth the trip. The giant waterfall, 1km from Coral Bay, drops into a large pool of cool refreshing water. Visitors can also jump from cliffs as high as 50 feet.
Pafos Bird and Animal Park
Pafos Bird and Animal Park is home to abundant bird life, as well as mammals and snakes. The park opened in 2003 and an Amphitheatre was added in 2004. The theatre allows for educational wildlife programs.
Hours
April 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 | 20:00 |
October 1 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Paphos Byzantine Museum
The Byzantine Museum has a small collection of religious works, icons and carvings dating from the 12th to 18th centuries. Behind the museum is the courtyard of the Bishopric with arched cloisters and a modern church in the center.
Hours
April 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 13:00 |
November 1 to April 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 13:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Greek Orthodox Easter
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Greek Orthodox Easter
Paphos Ethnographical Museum
The Ethnographical Museum contains finds from the Neolithic Age to the present day.
This is a private collection which was gathered by George Eliades. The collection consists of coins, pottery and axeheads, along with various kitchen implements. One room contains the reconstruction of a bridal chamber with traditional costumes and furniture. The garden contains two third century B.C. tombs, an olive press and a traditional "kleftiko" oven.
This is a private collection which was gathered by George Eliades. The collection consists of coins, pottery and axeheads, along with various kitchen implements. One room contains the reconstruction of a bridal chamber with traditional costumes and furniture. The garden contains two third century B.C. tombs, an olive press and a traditional "kleftiko" oven.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 12:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Greek Orthodox Easter
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Greek Orthodox Easter
Paphos Festival
The Paphos festival takes place 50 days before Easter and includes cultural events such as dancing and singing.
Paphos Youth Hostel
Youth hostels in Cyprus are open to members of the International Youth Hostels Association. Non-members are also accepted but on arrival at the hostel they will be provided with a guest card.
Persons wishing to become members of the association may apply to the Nicosia Youth Hostel.
The Youth Hostel is open all year round and offers kitchen facilities.
The hostel is located on Leoforos Eleftheriou Venizelou 37.
Persons wishing to become members of the association may apply to the Nicosia Youth Hostel.
The Youth Hostel is open all year round and offers kitchen facilities.
The hostel is located on Leoforos Eleftheriou Venizelou 37.
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