Beach
Vrysoudia Beach
Short answer
Vrysoudia is one of a string of small beaches along the Kato Paphos seafront promenade, east of the harbour. It is not a destination beach, but if you are staying in Kato Paphos it is the convenient place for a swim between sights.
The beach at a glance
- Is it good for swimming?
- Yes
- Is it family friendly?
- Partly
- Is there shade?
- Partly — Umbrellas.
- Are there facilities?
- Partly — Promenade cafés nearby.
- Is there parking?
- Partly — Street parking is limited; walk from your hotel if you can.
- Are there sunbeds?
- Yes — In season.
- Is it good for snorkelling?
- Not yet verified
- Is it crowded?
- moderate
Best time to visit
A late-afternoon swim after sightseeing.
How to get there
On the seafront promenade, a short walk east of Paphos harbour.
Plan around it
Area
Kato Paphos
The harbour, the archaeological park and most hotels — the easiest base without a car.
- Kato Paphos
Beach
Alykes Beach
Organised beach on the eastern Kato Paphos seafront, popular with nearby hotels.
- Kato Paphos
Attraction
Paphos Harbour & Seafront Promenade
The harbour, castle and coastal promenade — Paphos' evening walk and boat-trip departure point.
- Kato Paphos
- 1–2 hours
- Free
Experience
Scuba Diving in Paphos
Try-dives and certified dives along the Paphos coast, from caves and reefs to wrecks.
- Kato Paphos
- Half day
- €€€
Attraction
Kato Paphos nightlife (Bar Street)
The concentrated strip of bars and clubs in Kato Paphos — loud, late and seasonal.
- Kato Paphos
- An evening
Attraction
Agia Kyriaki Chrysopolitissa & St Paul's Pillar
A medieval church set among the ruins of an early Christian basilica, with the pillar linked to St Paul.
- Kato Paphos
- 20–30 minutes