Paphos itinerary

1 day in Paphos

One day in Paphos is enough for its centre and one real meal — here's how to spend it, plus what's genuinely on while you're there.

Your one day in Paphos

With a single day, stay close to Paphos's walkable centre: its best-known sights, a market or waterfront stretch, and one proper sit-down meal rather than rushing between many stops.

Check what's on below before you go — a live event on your day is the easiest way to fill an evening without extra planning.

What's on during your visit

August 2026

Friends sharing a meal together at a communal table.

Pafos Beer Festival

Mi., 5. Aug.Food & Drink
Paphos Beerfest: Free Beer Festival at Paphos Medieval Castle event image

Paphos Beerfest: Free Beer Festival at Paphos Medieval Castle

Paphos Medieval CastleMi., 5. Aug.Family Friendly
Piccolino 2026: Children's Arts Festival in Nature, Paphos event image

Piccolino 2026: Children's Arts Festival in Nature, Paphos

Val's PlaceSa., 8. Aug.Family Friendly

🎟️ Ab 15 €

Alkinoos Ioannidis: Live Summer Tour in Paralimni & Tala Paphos event image

Alkinoos Ioannidis: Live Summer Tour in Paralimni & Tala Paphos

Paralimni & PaphosMi., 12. Aug.Music
The Big Show Cyprus: Live Entertainment Night in Paphos 2026 event image

The Big Show Cyprus: Live Entertainment Night in Paphos 2026

Chloraka AmphitheatreSa., 15. Aug.Food & Drink
26th Jazz Paradise Festival event poster

26th Jazz Paradise Festival

Fr., 21. Aug.Music
47th Dionysia Festival: Live Concert Night in Paphos event image

47th Dionysia Festival: Live Concert Night in Paphos

StroumpiSa., 22. Aug.Music
BJJ & Beach Camp: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Training Retreat in Paphos event image

BJJ & Beach Camp: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Training Retreat in Paphos

Aphrodite Family Eco CampingMi., 26. Aug.Family Friendly
Anti-Skino Festival: Outdoor Theatre & Performing Arts in Paphos event image

Anti-Skino Festival: Outdoor Theatre & Performing Arts in Paphos

Val's PlaceFr., 28. Aug.Culture & Art

Juli 2026

Taste of Cyprus Festival: Culinary & Cultural Celebration event image

Taste of Cyprus Festival: Culinary & Cultural Celebration

Paphos Medieval CastleFr., 31. JuliFood & Drink

September 2026

L'Elisir d'Amore: Romantic Opera at Paphos Medieval Castle event image

L'Elisir d'Amore: Romantic Opera at Paphos Medieval Castle

Castle SquareFr., 4. Sept.Culture & Art
A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

24th Pafos Aphrodite Festival

Fr., 4. Sept.Culture & Art
Alkistis Protopsalti & Nikos Portokaloglou: Live Concert at Paphos Castle Square event image

Alkistis Protopsalti & Nikos Portokaloglou: Live Concert at Paphos Castle Square

Paphos Medieval Castle SquareMi., 16. Sept.Music
Don Quixote: Grand Open-Air Ballet at Paphos Castle event image

Don Quixote: Grand Open-Air Ballet at Paphos Castle

Paphos Medieval CastleFr., 25. Sept.Culture & Art
Long Stay Legends Dog Show: Adoption Event in Paphos event image

Long Stay Legends Dog Show: Adoption Event in Paphos

My German DönerSa., 26. Sept.Family Friendly
Northern Soul Night: Classic Soul & Motown at Chalkies Bar in Paphos event image

Northern Soul Night: Classic Soul & Motown at Chalkies Bar in Paphos

Chalkies BarSa., 26. Sept.Music
Ecstatic Dance Festival Cyprus 2026 event image

Ecstatic Dance Festival Cyprus 2026

Val's PlaceSo., 27. Sept.Culture & Art

Oktober 2026

Seaside Street Food Festival: Autumn Edition in Paphos event image

Seaside Street Food Festival: Autumn Edition in Paphos

Medieval Castle SquareFr., 16. Okt.Family Friendly

🎟️ Eintritt frei

November 2026

O3 Olympusman Triathlon

O3 Olympusman Triathlon

Sa., 7. Nov.Sport
Cyprus International 4 Day Challenge event poster

Cyprus International 4 Day Challenge

Do., 26. Nov.Sport
Tennis racket and ball resting on the line of a clay court.

Leptos Cyprus International 4-day Challenge – 26-29.11.2026

Do., 26. Nov.Sport

🎟️ Ab 10 €

Youth soccer players competing for the ball on a grass pitch.

Atlantic Senior Fours

Mo., 30. Nov.Sport

FAQ

Is 1 day enough for Paphos?
A single day covers Paphos's walkable centre comfortably; add a second day if you also want a day trip or a slower pace.
What's the best way to get around Paphos in 1 day?
Stick to walking and local transport for the centre; for anywhere further out, check Paphos's local transport options before you go.