Paphos is a coastal city in south-west Cyprus, legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, with UNESCO-listed Roman mosaics, a medieval harbour fort, rock-cut royal tombs and beaches.
Family activities
Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.
Aphrodite Waterpark
Slides, wave pool and lazy river near the Kato Paphos hotels.
Duration: Half to full day
Coral Bay Beach
Wide, shallow sandy bay 12 km north of Paphos.
Duration: Half day
Paphos Harbour boat trip
Short coastal cruise with swim stops.
Duration: 1.5-3 hours
House of Dionysos mosaics treasure hunt
Find the animals, ships and gods in the mosaic floors.
Duration: 1 hour
Lara Bay turtle conservation station
Green and loggerhead turtle hatchery on the Akamas coast, June to August hatching.
Duration: 1 hour
Family-friendly hotels
Accommodation designed with families in mind.
Olympic Lagoon Resort Paphos
Lagoon pool complex and kids club.
Family features: Pools, kids club, family rooms
King Evelthon Beach Hotel and Resort
Water-themed resort in Chlorakas.
Family features: Waterslides, beach, family rooms
Louis Phaethon Beach
Beachfront hotel in Geroskipou.
Family features: Pools, kids facilities, sand beach
Aliathon Resort
Holiday village with villas and gardens.
Family features: Pools, space, family apartments
Dining with kids
Eating out as a family.
Tavernas welcome children and will bring half portions or plain grilled meat.
Ask for the kids' menu; chicken souvlaki and chips are common.
Dinner is late; eat early with young children, from 18:30.
Halloumi and pitta are easy for fussy eaters.
Family travel tips
Practical advice for stress-free family trips.
Carry hats and sun cream; shade is limited at archaeological sites.
Strollers manage the harbour promenade but not all sites.
Children's admission is reduced or free at many state sites.
Seawater is shallow and warm at Coral Bay.