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Paphos castle or Fortress of Paphos (Pafos Castle, Paphos Medieval Fort) - one of the oldest buildings in Paphos, which has survived to this day in very good condition. Initially, the fort on this site was built by the Byzantines, but in the XIII century, as a result of an earthquake, it was destroyed and rebuilt. In the XVI century it was again destroyed and restored, and almost in this form it has come down to our days.
The castle tower consists of two floors. On the ground floor there is an open courtyard and it can be visited free of charge. The second floor is actually an observation deck, the entrance to which is paid. From above, there is a view of the harbor and the Archaeological Park, and nothing more.
🕐 Working hours
- Summer period from April 16 to September 15:08: 30-19: 30;
- winter period from September 16 to April 15:08: 30-17:00.
Closed for Christmas, New Year and Easter.
💵Entrance fee / ticket price
inspection of the courtyard is free, ascent to the observation deck-2.5 euros (2.91 USD, see more about money and currency in Cyprus).
🚶 How to get there
located in Paphos harbour (Castle on the map). Get from tourist area of Kato Paphos walking distance (20-25 minutes) or take the city bus for 1.5 euros to Kato Paphos Main Bus Station, and walk 15 minutes.
Visiting the castle of Paphos is most interesting with a tour or an individual guide. You can buy them from travel agencies on the spot, or pick them up and order them from one of these proven tour search and booking sites with reviews: