PebbleKaş · Antalya
Kaputaş
A small pebble cove at the mouth of a canyon, with turquoise water and a steep staircase down from the road. Go early in the morning or late in the afternoon; parking and space are limited.
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Coast
Beaches in Türkiye
Sandy coves, long city beaches and protected turtle shores, with practical notes on access, water and facilities.
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SandKaş · Antalya
Patara
A long sandy beach backed by dunes and the ruins of ancient Patara. It is a protected nesting area for loggerhead turtles, so sunbeds and night access are limited.
Read the guide · AntalyaPebbleKonyaaltı · Antalya
Konyaaltı
Antalya's city beach, with a long promenade, cafes and easy tram access. The water is clear and the beach is busy in summer, but it is one of the most practical places to swim in the city.
Read the guide · AntalyaSandMuratpaşa · Antalya
Lara
A broad sandy beach east of the city, lined with hotels and beach clubs. Some sections are public; the sea can be lively, so check the flags and currents.
Read the guide · AntalyaPebbleKemer · Antalya
Çıralı
A quiet pebble and sand beach near Olympos, backed by orchards and mountains. It is a protected turtle beach, with simple guesthouses and a slower pace than the resort coast.
Read the guide · AntalyaPebbleFethiye · Muğla
Ölüdeniz
The Blue Lagoon is the image most people have of the Turquoise Coast: calm, vivid water backed by pine-covered mountains. It is crowded and paid entry applies to the lagoon, while the main beach is public.
Read the guide · MuğlaSandOrtaca · Muğla
İztuzu
A long sandbar between the sea and the Dalyan delta, famous for loggerhead turtles. Access is controlled to protect nesting areas, and the beach is best visited in the morning.
Read the guide · MuğlaPebbleFethiye · Muğla
Kabak
A remote bay at the end of a steep road, popular with campers and walkers on the Lycian Way. The beach is simple, the water is deep and the sunsets are the main event.
Read the guide · MuğlaSandBodrum · Muğla
Bitez
A sheltered sandy bay near Bodrum with shallow water and a long line of cafes. It is a good choice for families and for days when the wind is strong on the open coast.
Read the guide · MuğlaPebbleFethiye · Muğla
Çalış
A long pebble and sand beach north of Fethiye, known for its sunset and shallow entry. The promenade connects hotels, restaurants and the road to the city.
Read the guide · MuğlaSandÇeşme · İzmir
Ilıca
A wide sandy beach at Çeşme with shallow water and thermal springs near the shore. It is popular with families and gets very busy in July and August.
Read the guide · İzmirSandSelçuk · İzmir
Pamucak
A long sandy beach near Ephesus, backed by fields and low dunes. It is quieter than the Çeşme beaches and works well as a break after visiting the ancient city.
Read the guide · İzmirSandDidim · Aydın
Altınkum
A broad sandy beach at Didim with shallow water and a lively seafront. It is one of the easiest beaches on this coast for families and for travellers without a car.
Read the guide · AydınSandKuşadası · Aydın
Ladies Beach
A small sandy bay south of Kuşadası, close to the town and the cruise port. It is busy, convenient and lined with cafes, with a view across the bay.
Read the guide · AydınSandAyvalık · Balıkesir
Sarımsaklı
A long sandy beach at Ayvalık with shallow water and a wide promenade. It is a good base for exploring Cunda Island and the olive groves around Ayvalık.
Read the guide · BalıkesirPebbleAyvacık · Çanakkale
Assos
A pebble beach below the ancient city of Assos, with clear water and a view of Lesbos on a clear day. The village and temple are a short climb uphill.
Read the guide · ÇanakkaleSandBozcaada · Çanakkale
Ayazma
Bozcaada's best-known beach, with white sand, shallow water and a protected bay. It is reachable by minibus from the ferry harbour and is busy in summer.
Read the guide · ÇanakkaleSandErdemli · Mersin
Kızkalesi
A sandy beach facing the famous Maiden's Castle, with a long promenade and plenty of simple restaurants. The water is warm and the castle is the reason to stop.
Read the guide · MersinSandArsuz · Hatay
Arsuz
A Mediterranean coast town with sandy and pebble beaches, summer houses and a relaxed evening promenade. It is a local holiday favourite rather than an international resort.
Read the guide · HataySandKandıra · Kocaeli
Kefken
A Black Sea beach with dark sand and open water, popular with day-trippers from Istanbul. The sea can be rough, so pay attention to the flags and local advice.
Read the guide · KocaeliPebbleAmasra · Bartın
Amasra
Small beaches around the historic harbour of Amasra, with clear water and a castle above the town. It is a good stop for a swim, fish lunch and a walk through the old streets.
Read the guide · BartınSandDemirköy · Kırklareli
İğneada
A long sandy beach beside the İğneada floodplain forests, close to the Bulgarian border. The area is protected and quieter than the Marmara resorts.
Read the guide · KırklareliSandŞile · İstanbul
Şile
A Black Sea beach town within reach of Istanbul, with a lighthouse, sandy coves and a lively summer centre. The open sea can be strong, so swim near lifeguards.
Read the guide · İstanbulSandAkçakoca · Düzce
Akçakoca
A Black Sea town with a long beach, a small harbour and green hills behind it. It is a popular weekend escape from Ankara and Istanbul.
Read the guide · DüzceSandKarasu · Sakarya
Karasu
A long sandy beach on the Black Sea, with a promenade and family-friendly facilities. The sea is open and can be rough, so check conditions before swimming.
Read the guide · SakaryaSandSinop · Sinop
Hamsilos
A sheltered bay and natural harbour where the coast folds into forested hills. It is one of the most unusual coastal landscapes on the Black Sea and a good picnic stop.
Read the guide · SinopPebbleAtakum · Samsun
Atakum
Samsun's city beach, with a long promenade, cafes and easy transport. The beach is pebbly and the sea is open, but it is convenient for a morning swim.
Read the guide · SamsunSandPerşembe · Ordu
Çaka
A sandy beach west of Ordu, backed by hazelnut gardens and small guesthouses. It is a quiet alternative to the busier Black Sea towns.
Read the guide · OrduSandMerkez · Zonguldak
Kapuz
A city beach at Zonguldak with dark sand and a long promenade. The water is open to the Black Sea, so check the flags and avoid rough days.
Read the guide · ZonguldakSandAltınova · Yalova
Altınova
A sandy Marmara beach with shallow water, close to Yalova and the ferry routes. It is a practical summer stop for families travelling between Istanbul and Bursa.
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