Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock)
Πέτρα του Ρωμιού
A sea rock where, according to myth, Aphrodite rose from the foam. With its pebble beach and white sea stacks, it is Cyprus's most iconic sunset spot.
Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock) lies about 25 km southeast of Paphos, beside the B6 coastal road. It is a group of white limestone and sandstone sea stacks rising out of the water. In Greek mythology, Aphrodite, goddess of love and beauty, emerged from the sea foam here, and legend says that circling the rock three times keeps you forever young. The beach is pebbly, and swimming is not advised when the waves are big. Across the road you'll find a visitor center, a car park and an underpass. A viewpoint above the road overlooks the whole bay and is busiest at sunset. Entry is free. It takes about 25 minutes to drive from Paphos, or you can take bus 631.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Palaepaphos (Sanctuary of Aphrodite)
- Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark
- Paphos District Archaeological Museum
- Chrysopolitissa Basilica & St Paul's Pillar
- Kato Paphos Harbour & Promenade
- Agia Solomoni Catacombs
- Paphos Old Town (Ktima) & Municipal Market
- Paphos Castle