Sun-drenched beaches with shallow water, friendly locals who adore children, and distances short enough to avoid the dreaded “are we there yet?” Fig Tree Bay in Protaras and Coral Bay near Paphos are the classics: soft sand, calm water and lifeguards in season. Protaras is the top pick for young children thanks to shallow, calm beaches; Paphos suits families who also want culture and quieter evenings. Are Cyprus beaches safe for toddlers? Yes — beaches like Fig Tree Bay and Coral Bay have gradual entries, calm water and lifeguards during the season.