Paphos Beaches: The Best Beaches in Paphos and on Cyprus’ West Coast
According to the list published in June 2026, 14 beaches in Paphos district have a Blue Flag – from the town beaches in Kato Paphos to Geroskipou, Coral Bay and Polis. You will find sandy beaches mainly in Kato Paphos and around Coral Bay, and wild nature beaches with nesting turtles at Lara Bay on the Akamas peninsula. Cyprus’ best-known beaches, such as Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa, are in the east of the island.
We live in Coral Bay near Paphos. In this guide we cover the beaches of the whole Paphos district on Cyprus’ west coast – from the promenade in Kato Paphos to the small coves of the Akamas – with sourced details on sand, facilities and Blue Flag status. For the beaches right next to Coral Bay, see our guide to the beaches around Coral Bay.
Best Paphos Beaches: Blue Flag Beaches in Paphos District, Cyprus (2026)
The Blue Flag is an environmental award for clean, well-equipped bathing beaches and is renewed every year. According to the list published in June 2026, these 14 beaches in Paphos district received a Blue Flag:
| Beach | Location | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Faros (Lighthouse Beach) | Kato Paphos | Sand, approx. 400 m |
| Alykes Beach | Kato Paphos | Sand, approx. 200 m |
| Vrysoudia A (SODAP Beach) | Kato Paphos | Sand, approx. 300 m |
| Vrysoudia B | Kato Paphos | Sand |
| Paphos Municipal Baths | Kato Paphos | Decking and sand, approx. 100 m |
| Pachyammos 1 and 2 | Paphos / Geroskipou | Sand (Kato Paphos) |
| Palaiokastro (Venus Beach) | Paphos district | – |
| Geroskipou Municipal Beach | Geroskipou | – |
| Kotsiatis (Sandy Beach) | Lempa | – |
| Coral Bay Beach | Peyia | Sand, approx. 500 m |
| Laourou Beach (Corallia) | Peyia | Sand |
| Kafizis Beach | Peyia | Small pebbles |
| Polis Chrysochous Municipal Beach | Polis | – |
The environmental organisation CYMEPA reported 13 Blue Flag beaches in Paphos district in July 2026. It is not known which beach dropped off, so look for the flag on site.
Beaches in the City: Kato Paphos and the Promenade
In Kato Paphos, the hotel and harbour area of the city of Paphos, several sandy beaches sit close together along the promenade.
Faros Beach (Lighthouse Beach)
At the western end of the town, Faros Beach offers around 400 metres of golden sand. The water can be a little wavy here. There is a playground, a volleyball court and nature trails.
SODAP Beach (Vrysoudia A) and Vrysoudia B
Vrysoudia A, also known as SODAP Beach, is around 300 metres long with golden sand and calm, shallow water – good for families with children. At neighbouring Vrysoudia B, a lifeguard is on duty from June to October.
Alykes Beach and Pachyammos
Alykes Beach has around 200 metres of golden sand, and Pachyammos Beach in Kato Paphos has golden sand with very few rocks.
Paphos Municipal Baths
The Paphos Municipal Baths off Poseidonos Avenue combine wooden decking with small sandy sections over about 100 metres. Paphos harbour and its castle are only about 300 metres away, and the baths also host concerts.
Geroskipou Municipal Beach and Beaches East of Paphos
East of Paphos lies Geroskipou. Geroskipou Municipal Beach has a Blue Flag and, according to the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, is fully accessible, with a Seatrac. Neighbouring Laiki Beach has sand and calm, shallow water. Small Pachyammos 1 Beach is about 4 km from Paphos.
Coral Bay Beach and Laourou Beach: North of Paphos
North of Paphos on the west coast lies Coral Bay. According to Visit Cyprus, Coral Bay Beach is around 500 metres long, with deep golden sand between two limestone headlands. It has toilets, showers, changing rooms, sunbeds and umbrellas for anyone who wants to sunbathe, water sports, a lifeguard from April to October and a floating wheelchair.
Right next door is Laourou Beach (Corallia) with golden sand and calm water. A little further towards Agios Georgios is Kafizis Beach: small pebbles, rock formations in and out of the water and rather deep water.
Sea Caves and the Edro III Shipwreck
Between Peyia and Agios Georgios the coast turns rocky, with sea caves in the limestone. The wreck of the Edro III has been aground off the coast since 8 December 2011.
Agios Georgios
At the Agios Georgios fishing shelter there is a small sandy beach, opposite Geronisos island with its archaeological remains.
Lara Beach, Toxeftra and the Blue Lagoon on the Akamas
The Akamas peninsula in the north-west is a protected area, and its beaches are wild and largely undeveloped.
Lara Beach and Toxeftra: Turtle Beaches
Loggerhead and green turtles nest at Lara Bay. The Lara–Toxeftra area has been protected since 1989. From 1 June to 30 September, umbrellas, sunbeds and tents are banned, and you may not stay on the beach from one hour before sunset to one hour after dawn. Vehicles and fires are banned on the beach at all times.
Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon on the north-west coast of the Akamas is a popular day trip and easiest to reach by boat from Latchi. According to Visit Cyprus, it is around 10 metres deep, with a sandy bottom and seagrass – crystal clear water for snorkelling. By car, only gravel tracks lead there.
Polis and Latchi: Beaches on Chrysochou Bay
On the north coast lies the wide Chrysochou Bay. Polis Chrysochous Municipal Beach has a Blue Flag and is fully accessible. The campsite beach at Dasoudi has a mix of sand and pebbles. West of Latchi harbour is Kampos tou Souliou with around 800 metres of fine sand, and near Neo Chorio the roughly 1 km long Xistarokampos Beach with fine sand and small colourful pebbles.
At the northern tip of the Akamas lies Fontana Amorosa, Aphrodite’s legendary “Fountain of Love”, reachable by boat or a rough track.
Aphrodite’s Rock: A Pebble Beach Around Paphos
South-east of Paphos, Petra tou Romiou, Aphrodite’s Rock, stands off a pebble beach. Legend says the goddess of love rose from the sea here. You can swim, but the sea is often rough and there is no lifeguard.
Cyprus’ Famous Beaches in the East
Many lists of the best beaches in Cyprus feature beaches in the east of the island: Nissi Beach, Makronissos and Landa Beach in Ayia Napa, Konnos Bay at Cape Greco and Fig Tree Bay in Protaras. From Coral Bay it is around 185 km to Ayia Napa – too far for a beach day.
Tips for Travellers Who Stay in Paphos for the Beaches
- Warning flags: Currents can occur even when the water looks calm.
- Accessible beaches: Coral Bay, Geroskipou Municipal Beach and Polis are fully accessible, according to the Deputy Ministry of Tourism.
- Protect the turtles: Strict rules apply at Lara Bay in summer.
FAQ: Paphos Beaches
How many Blue Flag beaches are there in Paphos?
The June 2026 list named 14 beaches in Paphos district; CYMEPA reported 13 in July 2026.
Are there sandy beaches in Paphos?
Yes. Faros, Alykes Beach, Vrysoudia A and B and Pachyammos in Kato Paphos are sandy, as are Coral Bay and Laourou near Peyia.
What are the best beaches in Paphos for families?
Vrysoudia A in Kato Paphos and Laourou near Peyia have calm, shallow water. Coral Bay has a lifeguard from April to October.
Where can you see turtles near Paphos?
Sea turtles nest at Lara Bay on the Akamas peninsula. Please follow the protection rules there.
Conclusion
Around Paphos you will find town beaches along the promenade, sandy coves at Coral Bay and wild nature beaches on the Akamas. For swimming safely, read our guide on whether Cyprus is safe.
Sources: Blue Flag 2026 from SigmaLive (12 June 2026) and CNA/CYMEPA (July 2026); beach details (length, sand, facilities, lifeguards) from Visit Cyprus; accessibility from the Deputy Ministry of Tourism (2024); turtles and Lara–Toxeftra rules from the Cyprus Mail; Edro III from Wikipedia; Agios Georgios from Akamas Municipality; Blue Lagoon from Visit Cyprus; Fontana Amorosa from the Cyprus Mail (18 July 2026). Cover photo: Blue Lagoon, Michal Klajban, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons, cropped. Last updated: October 2026.
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