Paphos Travel Guide - Museums & Galleries

Byzantine Museum: boasts stunning works of art which include rare religious artefacts from the Byzantine era, all of which have been collected from churches in Paphos. Without doubt, the icon of the Virgin Eleousa is the highlight of the entire collection; it once belonged to the Monastery of St Savvas tis Karonos.
Andrea Ioannou 5. Open: 09:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday; 10:00 – 13:00, Saturday; closed Sunday.

Ethnographical Museum: this was once known as the Folk Art Museum and houses a private collection of artefacts and objects which detail local history, literature, archaeology and folk art. The collection was begun by George Eliades and is on display at his former house. If you are interested in Cypriot history and the timeline of local villages, this museum is perfect for you.
Odos Exo Vrisis 1. Open: 09:30 – 17:00, Monday to Saturday; 10:00 – 12:00, Sunday.

Some of the most popular pieces include a tombstone from Mario and marble statues of Aphrodite and Asklepios.
Odos Griva Digeni 43. Open: 09:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday; 10:00 – 13:00, Saturday; closed Sunday.