Paphos has something for everyone to enjoy. There are numerous shops, bars and restaurants and an abundance of historical and cultural sites to visit within a short distance from the apartment, see below. The harbour is a popular area where daily boat trips can be hired.

Paphos Castle, originally a Byzantine fortress erected to protect the harbour, was rebuilt by the Lusignans in the 13th century, dismantled by the Venetians in 1570 during the Ottoman invasion and rebuilt by the Ottomans after they captured the island in the 16th century. During its long history, it has seen use a fortress, a prison and even a warehouse for salt under British colonial rule. A landmark symbol of the Paphos region, it was declared a ancient monument in 1935.

Coral Beach is a short drive north of Paphos, passing through banana plantations and vineyards. There are several different stretches of beach which can make for a very relaxing day. There are tavernas on the beaches to rent water equipment and serve simple fare to the beach goers.

Coral Bay Beach is without a doubt one of the finest beaches in the area and is rated the best in western Cyprus. The calm shallow waters are ideal for children and just a few kilometers away is Cape Lara a turtle nesting site.

You can try a spot of diving with a qualified instructor at Maninii Island near the Akamas Peninsula where the wreck of the Zenobia lies. There are water sports too with water skiing and windsurfing available locally.

The mosaics of Paphos, dating from the 2nd to the 5th century AD, are considered to be among the finest in the Eastern Mediterranean. Their depictions of scenes from Greek mythology make them a must-see attraction.

With the largest number of facilities and attractions in Cyprus, the biggest family rafting ride in Europe and virtually guranteed sunshine for every one of its opening days, it's no wonder that Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark attracts over 100,000 visitors each year. Young or old, swimmer or not, there's something there for everyone and everyone's there for fun.

Whether you're looking for pulse-pounding excitement, slippery challenges, relaxing activities and sunbathing, or a combination of all three, there's something for everyone at Aphrodite Waterpark.

Paphos Odeon, a small 2nd century Odeon built entirely of well-hewn limestone blocks lies at Kato Paphos, the heart of the Paphos tourist area and is used for summer musical and theatrical performances. Nearby are the remains of the ancient city walls, the Roman Agora and a building dedicated to Asklipeios, the Greek God of medicine.

Troodos mountain range stretches across most of the western side of Cyprus, offering cool sanctuary and idyllic hours spent in long walks in its scented pine forests in summer and winter sports and ski-ing in winter. There are many famous mountain resorts, Byzantine monasteries and churches on mountain peaks, and nestling in its valleys and picturesque mountain villages clinging to terraced hill slopes.

A trip to the Troodos mountains makes for a beautiful day out. You can visit many of the exquisite mountain villages and see their local crafts. There are a large selection of nature walks you can take with spectacular views of the valley and the delicious smell of pine along the way

This site was the final resting place of about 100 Ptolemaic aristocrats who lived and died in Paphos beginning in the 3rd century BC, there's no evidence of any royalty actually being buried here, but due to the impressive nature of the tombs, the site was popularliy known as the "Tombs of the Kings".

The catacombs were later used by early Christians, and one of the tombs was turned into a chapel. In the Middle Ages, some tombs were used as makeshift dwellings or as workplaces?pottery was made in tomb 3. The site was systematically looted of artifacts long before excavations began in 1977. Investigations continue today under the Cyprus Department of Antiquities.

The ruins of Kourion, near the modern town of Episkopi, is located on one of the most fertile spots in the island, with extensive ruins and including well-preserved mosaics. Also of interest are the public baths, the Nymphaeum, the necropolis, the Fountain House, House of Gladiators and House of Achilles. The most spectacular site at Kourion is the Greco-Roman amphitheatre, or forum, that has been completely restored and is used today for open air musical and theatrical performances.