Beaches · Antalya · Turkey
The best beaches in and near Antalya
Where to swim and spend a beach day, and when the water is warm.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Philippe-Minh Nguyen, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
The best-known beach is Konyaaltı Beach (About 3–10 km west of Kaleiçi). The sea is usually warm enough for a comfortable swim (21°C+) in May–November.
Key facts
- Beaches in this guide
- 6
- Swimming season
- May–November
- Warmest sea
- 29°C (84°F)
The beaches
About 3–10 km west of Kaleiçi · City beach days with mountain views
1.Konyaaltı Beach
A 7 km pebble beach with a landscaped park, cafés and clear, deep water below the Taurus Mountains.
About 12–18 km east of Kaleiçi · Families with small children
2.Lara Beach
A long sandy beach with gently shelving water east of the city, lined mainly by resort hotels.
In Kaleiçi · A swim during a day in the old town
3.Mermerli Beach
A tiny paid beach at the foot of the old town cliffs, entered through a restaurant.
About 45 km south-west of Antalya · Clear water and water sports
4.Moonlight Beach, Kemer
A pebble beach and park beside Kemer marina with clear water and water sports.
About 55 km south-west of Antalya · Swimming among ruins
5.Phaselis coves
Small sandy and pebble coves between the ruins of an ancient harbour city, shaded by pine trees.
About 80 km south-west of Antalya · Quiet, natural beach days
6.Çıralı and Olympos
A long, undeveloped pebble beach protected for nesting loggerhead turtles, with the ruins of Olympos at one end.
Sea temperature by month
| Month | Sea | Air high |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C (63°F) | 15°C (59°F) |
| February | 17°C (63°F) | 16°C (61°F) |
| March | 17°C (63°F) | 18°C (64°F) |
| April | 18°C (64°F) | 22°C (72°F) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 26°C (79°F) |
| June | 25°C (77°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| July | 28°C (82°F) | 34°C (93°F) |
| August | 29°C (84°F) | 34°C (93°F) |
| September | 27°C (81°F) | 31°C (88°F) |
| October | 24°C (75°F) | 27°C (81°F) |
| November | 21°C (70°F) | 21°C (70°F) |
| December | 19°C (66°F) | 17°C (63°F) |
Staying near the beach
$$ · Best for families, beach and budget
Konyaaltı
West of the centre, Konyaaltı's 7 km pebble beach is backed by a landscaped beach park with cafés, playgrounds and cycle paths. Mid-range hotels and apartments line the parallel streets, and the Antalya Museum and Antalya Aquarium are close by. The water deepens quickly, and the snow-capped Taurus Mountains form the backdrop in spring.
- Good
- City beach with mountain views; Good for families; Tram and buses to Kaleiçi
- Watch out
- Pebbles rather than sand; Steep shelf into deep water; Less character than Kaleiçi
- Nearby
- Antalya Museum, Antalya Aquarium, Tünektepe cable car
Getting to the beaches
- Tram — The AntRay light-rail lines link the intercity bus station (otogar), the city centre and the airport, and a nostalgic tram runs along the seafront avenues from near Zerdalilik past Kaleiçi to the Antalya Museum.
- Bus — City buses run to Konyaaltı, Lara, the Düden waterfalls and residential districts, and intercity coaches from the otogar reach Side, Kemer, Olympos and beyond.
- Car — A hire car makes it easy to combine Perge, Aspendos and Side, or Termessos and Phaselis, in a day, and coastal roads are good.
- Boat — Tour boats from the old harbour run trips to the Lower Düden Waterfall and bays along the coast, from one hour to a full day.
Beach-weather months
Days of 24°C (75°F) or more with no more than nine rainy days come in May–October. The busiest of those is July, so book early.
Beach safety
Antalya is generally relaxed for visitors. The main risks are summer heat and sunburn, strong currents on windy days, and overcharging by touts, unofficial guides and taxis that avoid the meter. Keep an eye on valuables on busy beaches and in the bazaar. Swim at lifeguarded beaches where possible and follow local flag warnings.
Questions travellers ask
+Does Antalya have beaches?
Yes: Konyaaltı Beach, Lara Beach, Mermerli Beach, Moonlight Beach, Kemer, Phaselis coves and Çıralı and Olympos.
+When is the sea warm enough to swim in Antalya?
Usually May–November, when the sea averages 21°C or more.
+What is the best beach near Antalya?
Konyaaltı Beach: A 7 km pebble beach with a landscaped park, cafés and clear, deep water below the Taurus Mountains.