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Is Paphos safe? 🇨🇾
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As of October 2026, Paphos scores 87/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Yes. Paphos is very safe for visitors, with low violent crime and minimal safety concerns. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams. The U.S. State Department rates it Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions).
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Paphos 🇨🇾
Cyprus · Assessed 19 October 2026
87
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime83/100GoodCrime index 31.3 / 100 · city-level
Sentiment87/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories100Good
Stability77Good
Health90Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
No advisory against travel
“Regional tensions The US and Iran announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June in relation to the conflict in the Middle East, however the situation in the Middle East remains unpredictable. If affected, British Nationals should: read If you’re affected by a crisis abroad - GOV.UK.”
Updated 2026-10-07T11:50:43Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions (with regional advisories)
“Canada's official risk level for Cyprus: exercise normal security precautions (with regional advisories).”
Updated 2026-09-29T14:20:58.2799973-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Urban scale factor
36k residents
92
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
0.8 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6Cyprus0.8World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
96
Robbery / mugging
LowArmed robbery is extremely rare; no recent incidents involving visitors reported in Paphos.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing occurs occasionally in busy tourist zones such as the harbour and archaeological park, particularly during peak season.
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03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
87/100
Reported feel86Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Travelers consistently report feeling safe walking in Paphos during day and night, citing low crime and friendly locals as key factors in recent visitor feedback.
Yes. Paphos is very safe for visitors, with low violent crime and minimal safety concerns.
Paphos scores 88/100 on safety indexes, reflecting very low violent crime and strong infrastructure. Pickpocketing occurs occasionally in busy tourist zones like the harbour and archaeological park, while scams—mainly online investment and fake tour operators—are the primary risk for tourists. Visitors consistently report feeling safe walking day and night due to low crime and friendly locals.
Recent developments
- Oct 2026Cyprus Mail reports true crime stories coming to Paphos, highlighting local criminal cases— Cyprus Mail
- Jun 2026Knews, Kathimerini reports a fake profits trick scammed a Paphos woman in an online investment scheme— Knews, Kathimerini
- Mar 2026Cyprus Mail reports a Paphos man lost over €65,000 in a double online investment and recovery scam— Cyprus Mail
Common scams
- online investment scams
- fake tour operators
- currency exchange fraud
- bar overcharging
Full briefing
Paphos remains very safe for tourists, with violent crime extremely rare and no recent incidents involving visitors. The harbour area and archaeological park see moderate pickpocketing, especially in crowds, so keep valuables secure and use ATMs inside banks or shopping centres after dark. Online investment scams have targeted residents, including a €65,000 loss in March 2026, so verify any financial offers and avoid street-side currency exchanges. Stick to well-lit, populated zones like the harbour promenade and avoid deserted archaeological sites at night. Local advice confirms tourists feel safe day and night, and regional tensions do not disrupt daily life in Paphos itself. Stick to vetted tour operators and share itineraries when travelling solo.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 8 Paphos districts for visitors: 5 safer, 2 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Paphos safety map.
Universal AreaavoidReports of scams targeting tourists near budget accommodations and last-minute tour operators; exercise heightened awareness.
Tombs of the Kings AreacautionIsolated after hours; generally safe by day but avoid walking alone at night in surrounding zones.
KissonergacautionTraditional area with narrow streets; occasional petty theft reported; avoid deserted streets after dark.
Paphos HarboursaferWell-lit, heavy police presence and CCTV; low crime; safe day and night.
Kato Paphos (Old Town)saferTourist-friendly with archaeological sites, restaurants, and regular patrols; exercise standard precautions after dark.
Coral BaysaferFamily-friendly beach resort with security patrols along coastline; minimal safety concerns.
ChlorakasaferQuiet residential area with mixed development; some poor lighting and abandoned buildings require extra vigilance at night.
KoukliasaferHistoric UNESCO zone with good lighting and foot traffic; standard precautions advised after dark.
07 · After Dark
Is Paphos safe at night?
Armed robbery is extremely rare; no recent incidents involving visitors reported in Paphos.
After dark, be most careful around Universal Area, Tombs of the Kings Area, Kissonerga. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Paphos safety FAQ (2026)
Is Paphos safe right now (2026)?
Yes. Paphos is very safe for visitors, with low violent crime and minimal safety concerns. Paphos scores 88/100 on safety indexes, reflecting very low violent crime and strong infrastructure. Pickpocketing occurs occasionally in busy tourist zones like the harbour and archaeological park, while scams—mainly online investment and fake tour operators—are the primary risk for tourists. Visitors consistently report feeling safe walking day and night due to low crime and friendly locals. (Assessed 19 October 2026.)
Is Paphos safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Paphos report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Which areas of Paphos should tourists avoid?
Field research flags Universal Area as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Paphos (2026)?
- online investment scams
- fake tour operators
- currency exchange fraud
- bar overcharging
How does Paphos compare with other places in Cyprus (2026)?
Paphos ranks #1 of 4 Cyprus destinations we've assessed, scoring 87/100. See the Cyprus safety overview for the full list.
How is this paphos safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 14+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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