Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock) — Attraction in Cyprus

Aphrodite’s Rock, also known as “Petra tou Romiou,” is one of Cyprus’s most famous natural landmarks and a site of great mythological significance. According to legend, it is the birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty, where she emerged from the sea foam. This stunning geological formation is located on the southern coast of Cyprus, near Paphos, and is a must-visit for anyone traveling to the island.

Access and Parking: Visitors to Aphrodite’s Rock will find that access to the site is relatively straightforward, with no significant parking issues. There is a spacious parking area on the opposite side of the main coastal road, which caters to visitors. From the parking area, you do not need to cross the busy road directly to get to the beach and the rock. Instead, there’s a safer route.

• Pedestrian Underpass: To ensure the safety of visitors and to preserve the natural beauty of the area, there is a pedestrian underpass (often referred to as “podchod” in some languages) that connects the parking area to the beach. This underpass allows visitors to safely reach Aphrodite’s Rock without the need to navigate across the road, making access easy and safe for families, individuals, and groups alike.

Visiting Tips:

• Best Time to Visit: Sunrise and sunset are particularly magical times to visit Aphrodite’s Rock, with the changing light providing a breathtaking backdrop to the legendary site. • Swimming: While the sea around the rock can be rough and swimming is often not recommended, the views alone are worth the visit. However, for those who do choose to swim, caution is advised due to...

I’m laughing at these 5* reviews, c’mon really, it’s a beach with stones and some large rock formations. Nothing else. It’s completely for the tourist (sadly I fell into the trap to visit this place) and I’m very sure that no Cypriot would ever visit here. I didn’t see any information boards explaining the story that it’s the birthplace of Aphrodite, nothing. I’m shocked that this place even appears on “must do in Cyprus” list. On the beach there are few rubbish bins and that’s all….oh, and “no lifeguard, swim at own risk” signs. The water is clear but COLD and only few people on a busy day ventured into the sea, and only then most were just up to their knees. There is a large dusty car park (free, thankfully) and a shop selling I don’t know what, I didn’t bother to enter. No doubt everything is expensive. The toilets and showers have to be paid for, €1….and the sewage smell was horrendous. You can access the beach by crossing the road and climbing over the barrier, or use the narrow dark tunnel under the road which you access next to the shop. I wouldn’t bother visiting, it’s not worth it. Lucky for me I was staying few minutes away, but would feel sorry for anyone who travelled long way by car to get here. NOT RECOMMENDED to visit, don’t waste your time. If it was a special place worth visiting then there would be many nice things for tourists e.g. bar, restaurant, beach facilities, and etc. There is nothing there because it’s not a...

Review for end of April 2024:

Arriving on the free parking spot was no issue with rental car. In order to safely cross the road, use the underpass, via stairs. Entrace is close to the souvenirs shop, there is also a sign. Tunnel is wide enough for a adult without bumping in the wall, there is enough light coming inside from the daylight. Hight of the tunnel is no concern.

Arrived on the beach you get to see the beauty of it. If possible do recommend to visit it on a sunny day (not overcast) to witness in full the blue waters surrounding the rock(s).

Beach is rocky/pebbles only, nicely rounded or flattened. Also some garbage bins are provided. By walking down on the beach opening up to the right of the emerging rocks, further to the right, you'll get on a patch of beach that filled entirely with nicely rounded pebbles, aprox 1 mm în diameter or less. Do experience walking with bare foot on it!

I also enjoyed listening to the waves hitting the rocks on the beach, on the waves retreating sounds as the pebbles start rolling back to the water.

Do bring some snacks, sunscreen and enjoy. If you're on the creative side, I challenge you to find suitable docks and build the tallest rocky/piramyd you can ballance out. It's addictive.

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