Paphos District with Children

The right family day in Paphos depends on the weather and the age of the children. This page groups ideas by the kind of day you are facing. Prices are 2026 amounts in euros, and the region drives on the left.

A hot day

Summer in Paphos often reaches 35 to 40 degrees, so water is the sensible answer. The Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark on the Kato Paphos coast has slides and a lazy river, and the park’s own site at aphroditewaterpark.com lists its season and ticket prices. For a calmer option, the Archaeological Museum of the Pafos District in Ktima has free entry and is closed on Mondays.

A beach day

Coral Bay is a sheltered horseshoe about 12 km north-west of Kato Paphos. The sand is soft and the water deepens slowly, which suits toddlers and early swimmers. Local buses on route 615 run from Kato Paphos. Expect rock shelves and sea grass underwater, not coral, and keep an eye on small children among the rocks.

A day for animals

Pafos Zoo is in Peyia, 15 km north-west of Paphos town, and the zoo’s website shows the current hours and fees. Plan around lunchtime heat by arriving early.

A culture day for older children

Older children usually enjoy the mosaics at the Kato Paphos Archaeological Park, where the Houses of Dionysos, Theseus, Aion and Orpheus show Roman myths in stone. The adult ticket is EUR 4.50, and the ticket desk can say which reduced or free categories apply to your children. Allow a couple of hours, and bring hats because there is little shade. After the park, a walk along the harbour and a look at the castle (EUR 2.50) round off the afternoon.

A sweet stop

Geroskipou is the home of Loukoumi Geroskipou, a Turkish delight with protected status in the EU. Children enjoy choosing flavours at the factory shops.

Leave these off the list

  1. Tombs of the Kings, because of steep steps, open shafts and no shade.
  2. Avakas Gorge, which is closed to visitors.
  3. Swimming at Petra tou Romiou, where currents are dangerous and no lifeguard service should be assumed.
  4. Lara beach at night, which is banned in nesting season.
  5. Quad and buggy rides on the Akamas tracks.
  6. Jumping from the cliffs at the Peyia sea caves.

Practical tips

Ask the car hire firm for child seats when you book. Bring more water than seems necessary, and use a sun hat for every outing.

Read more: Day trips from Paphos lists easy half-day outings, and the Paphos guide covers the basics of the town.

Booking help

Family excursions are listed on GetYourGuide .