There is no better way to meet the locals than visiting Paphos Municipal Market,  the Agora, as it is known in Cyprus. The Agora is the main open market located in the Paphos-Ktima area near the Harbour of the city. Nothing reveals the character of a country more than an agora, so make certain you take the time to visit the Paphos Municipal Market when holidaying in Paphos. Unlike most public markets, the Paphos Municipal Market is open on a daily basis, except from Sunday.

The market place is a crowded area filled with happy and cheerful people, either buying or selling goods. The Paphos Municipal Market is truly an experience! The market is divided into two areas, the indoor and the outdoor areas. The market area is the perfect place to shop when on a tight budget. Visitors will find fashionable clothing, artistic jewellery, footwear, handbags, leather goods and tourist souvenir stalls. Also, it the ideal place to seek local produce like lace tablecloths, art work, homemade delicacies and much more, all at very reasonable prices and excellent bargains!

Further, the market stalls are packed with food to buy such as fresh food, vegetables, fish and meat! It is the idyllic place to get fresh products directly from the countryside like fresh fruit and veggies! Also, for those looking for fresh fish, the fish stalls sell top quality fish straight from the sea. All the products sold are much more reasonably priced than those at supermarkets.

Even if you are not in the mood to shop, taking a walk through the hustle and bustle, listening to the locals’ dialect while wandering around the charismatic stalls is all worth the visit! Get acquainted with the Cypriot islanders whose kind nature and simplicity will amaze you! After exploring the market place, you have the chance of chilling out at one of the plentiful charismatic cafes in the vicinity. Enjoy the experience! It is truly a memorable one!