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Living in Paphos

A relaxed coastal town in the west, rich in history and close to nature.

Is Paphos a good place to live?

Paphos, on the west coast of Cyprus, combines a relaxed pace of life with world-class history: the archaeological sites of Kato Paphos are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has its own international airport and quick access to the Akamas peninsula, coastal villages and hiking trails.

Best for: Families, retirees, remote workers and nature lovers

What are the best areas to live in Paphos?

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Emba Emba (also spelled Empa) is one of the largest villages in the Paphos district, sitting on the slopes just north of Paphos town. It combines a… Near the seaQuietFamily-friendly Read the Emba guide Kathikas Kathikas is a traditional wine village on the Laona plateau, about 23 km north of Paphos and around 650 m above sea level. Stone houses, vineyards… QuietNear the seaClose to nature Read the Kathikas guide Konia Konia is a fast-growing hillside suburb about 3 km east of Paphos, between Anavargos and Armou. It offers modern villas and family homes, quick… Family-friendlyQuietNear the sea Read the Konia guide Latchi & Neo Chorio Latchi is a small fishing harbour on Chrysochou Bay, a few minutes west of Polis, while Neo Chorio is a quiet village on the hillside above, at the… Close to natureNear the seaQuiet Read the Latchi & Neo Chorio guide Mesogi Mesogi is a working village about 5 km north of Paphos, on the main road towards Polis. It is less polished and less touristy than its neighbours,… QuietNear the seaFamily-friendly Read the Mesogi guide Tala Tala is a large hillside village about 8 km north of Paphos, known for its sea views, a busy village square and one of the district's… QuietNear the seaFamily-friendly Read the Tala guide Tremithousa Tremithousa is a small hillside village just north of Paphos, between Emba, Tala and Mesogi. It is quieter than its larger neighbours, with… QuietNear the seaClose to nature Read the Tremithousa guide Universal & Tombs of the Kings Universal and the Tombs of the Kings area form a built-up coastal neighbourhood just north of Kato Paphos, lined with apartment blocks, hotels and… Near the seaLivelyFamily-friendly Read the Universal & Tombs of the Kings guide Chloraka Chloraka is a quiet coastal village about 5 km northwest of Paphos city centre, offering sea views and a slower pace while staying close to city… Near the seaCentral & convenientQuiet Read the Chloraka guide Kissonerga Kissonerga is a village between Paphos and Coral Bay, about 10-12 minutes' drive northwest of Paphos city centre. It mixes rural charm with modern… Near the seaQuietCentral & convenient Read the Kissonerga guide Kato Paphos Kato Paphos is the harbour district of Paphos on Cyprus's southwestern coast, combining historic landmarks such as the Paphos Archaeological Park… Near the seaFamily-friendlyCentral & convenient Read the Kato Paphos guide Pegeia Pegeia is a hilltop village above Coral Bay in south-west Cyprus, about 14 km from central Paphos. It offers sea views and a slower pace of life… Near the seaCentral & convenientQuiet Read the Pegeia guide Polis Polis (Polis Chrysochous) is a quiet coastal village in northwest Cyprus, near the Akamas Peninsula and Chrysochou Bay, about 45 minutes' drive from… QuietNear the seaClose to nature Read the Polis guide Yeroskipou Yeroskipou is a traditional coastal village on Cyprus's south-west coast, 3.5 km from Paphos centre and about 10 km from the airport. Buses run… Near the seaQuietFamily-friendly Read the Yeroskipou guide

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Living in Paphos: FAQs

Is Paphos a good place to live for expats?

Paphos is popular with families, retirees and remote workers who want a slower pace, the sea and easy access to nature, with its own international airport.

Which areas of Paphos are popular with expats?

Our area guides cover Kato Paphos, Universal, Chloraka, Kissonerga, Pegeia, Yeroskipou, Emba, Tala, Konia, Mesogi, Tremithousa, Kathikas, Polis and Latchi, each with a different balance of coast, convenience and village life.

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LimassolCyprus's second-largest city and its busiest business hub, on the south coast. NicosiaThe capital: government, universities and café culture, inland. LarnacaA laid-back seafront town next to the island's main airport. FamagustaAyia Napa, Protaras and the red-soil villages: Cyprus's best beaches on the south-east tip.

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