The village of Peyia has stunning views of the glistening waters of the Mediterranean below and the stunning mountains in the north. With the laid back and relaxed attitudes, Peyia provides a welcome change from the chaotic lifestyle of nearby Paphos.  The village began as a traditional quiet Cypriot village with small stone built houses surrounding a church. However, due to its close proximity to the famous Coral Bay, Peyia has become more and more popular as both a residential and tourist area. It is approximately 4 km from the sandy beaches at Coral Bay and approximately 15 km from the centre of Paphos.

Rumour has it that Peyia developed is name from a small local fishing harbour that the Venetians called "Bahia".  The village of Peyia is popular for nature trails, with a chance to see rare plants and birds.  The Akamas peninsula, an unspoilt, environmentally protected national park is close to Peyia. The neighbouring village of Kathikas is also a popular stop off point with its array of lovely restaurants and wineries.

Further along the coast from Peyia is an area called the Sea Caves, where the sea has gouged out the limestone cliffs and left some odd geological formations. Important early Christian and Roman archeological sites lie inland at this point, including a complex of rock-cut tombs that go unnoticed by most.