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Home/Destinations/Paphos/Paphos history & myth
History & myth · Paphos itinerary

Paphos History & Myth: The Best Itinerary

Paphos is steeped in ancient history and legend. Here is how to explore it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Mosaics
  2. 2Tombs of the Kings
  3. 3Aphrodite's Rock
  4. 4Odeon

The mosaics

The Roman villas.

The tombs

The ancient necropolis.

The goddess

Aphrodite’s birthplace.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Paphos — prices per person.

Private Tour of the National Archaeological Museum of Naples
Naples
Private Tour of the National Archaeological Museum of Naples
4.9(28)·2 hours
from$103/ person
via Viator
Hue: Royal Tombs Tour - Visit 3 Best Tombs & Pagoda
Hue
Hue: Royal Tombs Tour - Visit 3 Best Tombs & Pagoda
5.0(31)·5 hours
from$28/ person
via Viator
Private Jeep Safari Bath of Aphrodite including Adonis Waterfalls
Paphos
Private Jeep Safari Bath of Aphrodite including Adonis Waterfalls
5.0(42)·8 hours
from$709/ person
via Viator
Pompeii Archaeological Park Private Tour
Pompeii
Pompeii Archaeological Park Private Tour
4.9(41)·2 hours
from$234/ person
via Viator
Private Tour: Valley of the Kings – Tombs of Seti I & King Tut
Luxor
Private Tour: Valley of the Kings – Tombs of Seti I & King Tut
5.0(30)·6 hours
from$60/ person
via Viator
From Paphos: Aphrodite's Baths and Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Day Trip
Paphos
From Paphos: Aphrodite's Baths and Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Day Trip
4.7(2,589)·8 hours
from$47/ person
via Viator
Group guided tour of the archaeological park of Neapolis
Sicily
Group guided tour of the archaeological park of Neapolis
4.9(33)·1h 30min
from$25/ person
via Viator
Full experience Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, inside pyramids &tombs
Cairo
Full experience Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, inside pyramids &tombs
5.0(379)·4–5 hours
from$20/ person
via Viator

Paphos history & myth — FAQ

Why is Paphos a UNESCO site?
For its Roman mosaics, ancient tombs and links to the cult of Aphrodite.
What myth is Paphos linked to?
Legend says Aphrodite rose from the sea at Petra tou Romiou near Paphos.
Is Paphos good for history lovers?
Yes — its mosaics, tombs and mythology make it a superb historical destination.

Explore more in Paphos

Archaeological ParkTombs of the KingsAphrodite's RockBlue Lagoon CruisesAkamas Jeep SafariTroodos Mountains