Despite being a popular beach town, Paphos is drenched in history and because of this it boasts a wide range of attractions. The city is famed for its Roman mosaics, which are housed in Roman buildings throughout the town. The medieval castle is a great trip for the whole family while the ancient Tombs of the Kings will impress any history buff.

Baths of Aphrodite
Part of the coast around Paphos is believed to be where the goddess Aphrodite once took her baths. The scenic area boasts stunning vistas across the sea while the baths themselves are an impressive sight and worth the trip alone.

Medieval Castle
Paphos’s castle dates to the Byzantine era when it was built to protect both the harbour and the town. It was restored in the 13th century but ransacked by the Venetians in 1570. The emergence of the Turks saw the castle rebuilt and since then it has become a major landmark of the city and has been host to many important annual events.

Mosaics
Paphos is famous for its impressive collection of ancient mosaics. They can all be found in five houses which date to the Romans and are all well maintained. The House of Dionysus is probably the best place to start while the House of Theseus can be found nearby. The House of Aion dates back to the fourth century AD, while the Houses of Orpheus and Four Seasons both date back to the third century AD.

Pillar of Saint Paul
St Paul first visited Paphos in 45 AD. His aim was to try and get the ruler of the time to convert to Christianity. He was successful; however, those who were opposed to Christianity soon learnt of his conversion and punished him by tying him to a stone in the centre of the city and whipping him for all to see. This stone has since become a must-see for pilgrims visiting the area.

Tombs of the Kings
This impressive network of tombs is home to a number of ornate burial sites. Many of them date back to the fourth century BC and have stunning stone carvings and intricately designed pillars as their markers.