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Holidays in Paphos

Sunshine almost all year, Roman mosaics and the beach where Aphrodite was born. Here's what Paphos is like with the family, when to go and how long to stay.

BEST FOR🏖️ Beach, 🏛️ Culture & history, 🧘 Relax & spa
NIGHTS AWAY7
BUDGET££
BEST MONTHSApr–Jun, Sep–Oct
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Paphos at a glance

FLIGHT FROM LONDON
ABOUT 5 HRS
TIME DIFFERENCE
2 HRS AHEAD OF THE UK
CURRENCY
EURO (€)
ENTRY
NO VISA FOR SHORT STAYS
PLUGS
TYPE G · SAME AS THE UK

Cyprus drives on the left, like the UK. The EU is bringing in new entry checks, so check the rules on GOV.UK before you book.

When to go

  1. JANMild, a good time to go
  2. FEBMild, a good time to go
  3. MARSpring, a good time to go
  4. APRWarm, best time to go
  5. MAYWarm, best time to go
  6. JUNHot, best time to go
  7. JULVery hot, a good time to go
  8. AUGVery hot, a good time to go
  9. SEPWarm sea, best time to go
  10. OCTWarm, best time to go
  11. NOVMild, a good time to go
  12. DECMild, a good time to go

April to June and September to October are best, sunny and hot without the peak heat. July and August are very hot. Winters are mild and sunny enough for walks and sightseeing, though too cool for most to swim.

Things to do with the family

TICKETED

Paphos Archaeological Park

Roman villas with amazing floor mosaics, by the harbour.

FREE

Aphrodite's Rock

The legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, on a pebbly beach.

FREE

Avakas Gorge

A short, shady walk between towering rock walls.

TICKETED

Blue Lagoon boat trip

Snorkel in clear turquoise water off the Akamas peninsula.

FREE

Coral Bay

A sandy beach with shallow water, popular with families.

TICKETED

Paphos Zoo

A good-sized zoo with bird shows, 20 minutes north of town.

Paphos: common questions

Is Paphos good for a family holiday?

Yes. It feels familiar for British families, with English widely spoken, UK plugs and driving on the left, plus lots of family hotels.

How many nights do you need?

A week mixes beach days with a boat trip and a day in the Troodos mountains.

Do UK families need a visa?

No, British passport holders can visit for up to 90 days in any 180 without a visa. New EU entry checks are being brought in, so check GOV.UK before you travel.

How long is the flight?

About four and a half to five hours from the UK.

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