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Old Town of Paphos
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St Paul's Coffee Corner
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Pallia Ilektriki Restaurant-Cafe
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Agora Tavern
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Koutoupou
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Riganato Greek Grill
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Sykaminia Cafe
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Laona Restaurant
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Argos Burger
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Beeroom Craft Pub
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Let Them Eat Cake
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Attractions
77 within 6 miles
Paphos Ethnographic Museum
294
0.3 miSpeciality Museums
Agios Georgios Harbour And Beach
1
0.2 miBeaches
Ineia Village Market
1
0.2 miFarmers Markets
Cotton Contemporary Art Gallery
2
0.3 miArt Galleries
Paphos District Museum
123
0.3 miSpeciality Museums
Art & Shock Gallery
17
0.4 miArt Galleries
CTO Information Office Pafos
1
0.4 miVisitor Centers
Chakra Fine Art Gallery & Culture Centre
4
0.4 miArt Galleries • Art Museums
The Girl With The Sparrow
3
0.4 miMonuments & Statues
Dioikitiria Square
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0.4 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks
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3.5
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Gwespyr
Rhyl, UK2,000 contributions
Worth a visit
Nov 2022
This area is well worth a visit and I would suggest that it is missed by the majority of the people who visit Pafos; that is their loss.
There is a regular bus service from the Harbour Station (Service 615 cost 1.50 euros one way per person) and a bus stop right outside the entrance to the Market Hall. There are plentiful shops, restaurants, cafes and bars in the Old Town and some interesting landmarks as well as wall murals.
The Old Town still has remnants of it's history but more modern buildings are springing up which may not be to everyone's liking.
So, if you are stuck for something to do and tired of Kato Pafos get yourself up the hill and have a wander around; the view is good as well!
Written December 2, 2022
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purereviews
Paphos, Cyprus27 contributions
New upgraded old town!
Aug 2021 • Friends
I like the new upgraded old town. Now you can find more places to drink and eat. New small cafes and restaurants/taverns. You can also find some clothes shops, jewellery shops, etc. The streets now are clean and tidy which is very positive!! During the day though it is still quiet it gets busier later in the afternoon and becomes really busy at night with the cafes/pubs having live music or djs. On sunday the shops are close which i think it is negative as the old town is a place for residents and tourists that go around every day and on that day you can only walk and sit to a cafe.
Written August 3, 2021
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martin m
Great Torrington, UK12 contributions
Late summer sun
Oct 2022 • Couples
Whilst staying in an all inclusive resort, decided to venture out to the old town. True, it's still undergoing some major renovation, but that said has a good vibe for daytime market/souvenirs and cafes. We got a taxi (€22 return) make sure you use a recommended firm as you may be overcharged at the taxi rank. The buses were also good, and worth using for local journeys, very reasonable.
Written October 30, 2022
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David D
Devon, UK19,798 contributions
Disappointing, soulless
Oct 2022 • Couples
Thursday 13th October and we took a stroll around the Old Town of Paphos.

There were some interesting parts but sadly there is not much character, rather soulless. A lot of it is a building site with old buildings being knocked down and replaced with new ones. It appeared that nothing seems to be restored, demolition and rebuild seems to be the preferred option.

Some of the old buildings still remaining were in a state of disrepair and crumbling, no doubt they will be demolished and rebuilt. There were some well maintained old buildings to see, not too many.

There was lots of graffiti around which really did add to the sense of depression and decline.

We did visit the Municipal Market (reviewed separately) which was a waste of time. The narrow streets around the market were lined with new build modern shops selling mostly souvenirs.
Written October 22, 2022
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Vicky R
46 contributions
Worth a visit!
Aug 2022 • Couples
We travelled here in the morning and it was quiet until about 10am compared to when we were leaving. Easy access via bus 610. Parts of the town are being refurbished so a lot of builders around when we were there! There are beautiful tavernas, little cafes as well as the market itself. There are also historic buildings dotted about as well as street art. Definitely worth a visit to see a glimpse of old Cyprus. The market itself is what you’d imagine: hand bags, Cypriot material, souvenirs, leather etc! We got some bargains!
Written August 24, 2022
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Hertsbob
Worthing, UK96 contributions
Misnomer
Feb 2023
Should be renamed 'New town' Paphos. Acknowledging that we visited 'off season' (February), there's not much that's old about this area of Paphos. There is a lot of construction going on, and it appears to be a generic makeover of the area, with lots of plain white walls and facades that have little character or individuality that one comes to expect with old villages and towns.

Speaking to a local builder, it seems to be the work of the Mayor who has seen fit to carry out the work in this fashion. This strategy is apparently NOT popular with the local people - even if they are employed in carrying it out it seems! Many of the units are empty, and the Municipal market consists of a few stalls selling their wares. There is a charming shop ('Spaces'?) where they exhibit and demonstrate local crafts and skills, including glassblowing, weaving and pottery.

There are numerous bars and cafe's that no doubt are open and busy in the summer, and we enjoyed a drink or two, with a lovely view over Paphos and out to sea. Overall, very disappointing.
Written February 15, 2023
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ButterflyFoto
London, UK39 contributions
Nice to have a wander around the lanes
Jun 2022 • Family
610 bus from Harbour to Old Town.
It feels more modern than old which is a bit of a shame, lots of building work happening and will be bright and colourful once completed.
Many bars, cafes and restaurants to choose from.
We enjoyed looking through the little lanes and we stumbled across a very peaceful and tranquil courtyard for a drink - Kiniras Garden.
Bought some nice gifts from some of the local shops, everything is handmade.
Written June 27, 2022
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rdella
Princes Risborough, UK1,663 contributions
Graffiti art
Jan 2021 • Couples
The old town of Paphos sits slightly up on the hillside from the shoreline. It is quite compact and has some interesting buildings. There is a great café Nero which has an amazing view across down to Paphos harbour. The best way to view the old town is on foot or by bike and the main attractions I guess all the meals and graffiti artist drawings.
Written July 27, 2021
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david s
netanya, israel515 contributions
A sad scenery..
Jul 2021
Regrettably, a visit on a hot day to the old town proved a disappointment. Quite a few of the shops were closed, and those that were open were void of tourists. The Covid pandemic wreaked havoc on the island's tourist industry and had a devastating effect on the old town. It was really sad to walk the empty streets, and for a tourist, practically nothing to see, save maybe the nice architectural renovation of the old khan ( a former rest place for travelers and their horses) and surrounding buildings.
cost for a taxi from Poseidonos Avenue to/from the Old Town Euro 8 for each direction, taking less than ten minutes.
Written July 11, 2021
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goodguyjas
London, UK1,136 contributions
A redeveloped old town with boutique shops, market,cafes and restaurants
Jan 2020 • Friends
Walked up to the old town from the harbour area and had a break at the Mall before heading up the hill. Walk up isn’t that special as it is a busy road with shops and businesses that have cars parked on or near the path. At the fork in the road you go left and at first the area seems a bit run down but as you go up little further you are greeted by a classy looking cafe Nero coffee shop and large wooden platform with views of the town and the sea. Admittedly nothing special as below the platform is a car park. But nice looking coffee shop and area. Go a little further and you see the redevelopment with smart pedestrianised little streets which contain small boutique shops and cafes etc. There is also a covered market with lots of local gifts and tourist gifts. The covered market is ok but not as smart as the nearby streets. There is a small nice looking church and some other viewing areas of the town and coast below. Not a bad little area that is very well developed, just not really a traditional old town most would expect.
Written January 13, 2020
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