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    Coral Bay - Blue Flag - Beaches in Paphos District, Cyprus

    Coral Bay - Blue Flag

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    Paphos • Paphos District
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    About This Location

    Coral Bay is one of the most famous and beloved beaches in Cyprus, located just a short drive north of Paphos and near the charming hillside village of Peyia. Known for its golden sand, clear turquoise waters, and family-friendly atmosphere, Coral Bay perfectly combines natural beauty with modern comfort. The bay is surrounded by limestone cliffs and gently slopes into shallow, calm waters, making it ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing.

    The beach has earned Blue Flag status, a mark of its cleanliness, safety, and excellent facilities. Visitors can enjoy all-day comfort with sunbeds, umbrellas, lifeguards, and water sports available on site. The lively beachfront is lined with cafés, bars, and restaurants offering everything from local Cypriot dishes to international favorites, while the nearby Coral Bay Avenue buzzes with shops and nightlife. Whether you’re after a quiet morning swim, a fun day with family, or a romantic sunset by the sea, Coral Bay has something for everyone.

    Beyond the beach, Coral Bay serves as the perfect base to explore the surrounding natural and cultural attractions. The Sea Caves, Agios Georgios Church and harbor, and the Akamas Peninsula National Park are all within easy reach, offering hiking, scenic drives, and breathtaking viewpoints.

    ✨ Why It's Special

    • Blue Flag beach with golden sand and crystal-clear waters
    • Calm, shallow sea ideal for swimming and families
    • Lively promenade with restaurants, cafés, and bars
    • Water sports including jet skiing, parasailing, and paddleboarding
    • Close to Peyia village, Sea Caves, and Akamas Peninsula

    Getting here by bus

    • Coral Bay Beachabout 150 m awayOSYPA (Paphos)

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    • Coral Beach Hotelabout 600 m awayOSYPA (Paphos)

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    • Kolpou Korallion Ave. - Lysisabout 600 m awayOSYPA (Paphos)

      615616

    Scheduled times in Cyprus local time, from the Cyprus National Access Point (CC BY 4.0). Timetables and routes can change — check with the operator before travelling.

    🗺️ Other Sights Nearby

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    Asprokremmos Dam

    Asprokremmos is one of the largest reservoirs in Cyprus, holding back the Xeros river in the hills inland from Paphos near Nikoklia. The dam was built to supply water to the Paphos district and its farmland, and the sheet of water it created now sits in open country of low scrub and dry hillside, with the Troodos foothills rising behind.

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    Tombs of the Kings

    The Tombs of the Kings is one of Paphos’ most famous archaeological sites. Despite its name, it was not exclusively used by kings; these tombs were built for high-ranking officials, aristocrats, and wealthy citizens of ancient Paphos. Carved directly out of solid rock, the tombs feature impressive underground chambers, Doric columns, and

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    Edro III Shipwreck

    The Edro III is a cargo ship that has sat aground on the rocks below the cliffs near Peyia since December 2011. She was sailing from Limassol to Rhodes when a storm drove her onto the shore, and her crew were lifted off by helicopter during the night. She was never refloated, and she has been left where she stopped ever since, close enoug

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