Antalya the pearl of the Mediterranean coast is home to crystal clear, blue flag beaches. Thanks to warm climate through all year people enjoy sunshine and sea. The length of Antalya shore is 640km and there are hundreds of beautiful beaches and coasts located. Turkey has the 3rd most blue flag beaches of any country in the world and this means % 11 of the blue flag beaches is in Turkey. As one of the most visited cities in Europe, Antalya considered being the tourism capital of Turkey. Every year thousands of tourists visit Turkey to enjoy a remarkable holiday in Antalya.
Lara Beach
Lara Beach is a blue flag beach located in the centre of Antalya. If you prefer to spend your holiday in the centre of Antalya as thousand of tourist every year, without doubt, Lara beach is a must see. There are several different facilities along with the beach, therefore, you can enjoy the sun, crystal clear sea and the golden sands and also you can have lunch or you can enjoy summer cocktails and ice cream. There are public parts of the beach and the entrance to the beach is free to everybody. But most part of the beach belongs to hotels and only the hotel guests entitled to use. You should also visit the amazing sand castle exhibition where you can see the beautiful sculptures made of golden sands of Lara Beach.
Konyaalti Beach
Konyaalti Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Europe. There are several restaurants and walking trails along with the beach and this makes Konyaalti Beach an amazing choice for both tourists and local people all year. You can also join activities like parasailing, peddle boat, beach volley. With the beautiful view of Taurus Mountains, Konyaalti Beach is a perfect location to enjoy summer.
Mermerli Beach
Mermerli Beach is one of the most beautiful natural wonders in Turkey. Ancient history and natural beauty meet in Mermerli Beach and creates a stunning location to swim, relax and enjoy life. While your back is leaning an ancient city castle, you can watch the boats in the ancient harbour. Start swimming in the emerald green sea and start to wonder the existence of the mighty cliffs.
Kaputas Beach
Another blue flag beach with turquoise sea and golden sands in Antalya, Kas. Every year thousands of tourists visit Antalya just for the privilege swimming this beautiful one of a kind beach. You can also enjoy the unforgettable view where the mountain and sea embrace each other. This natural wonder of the world is undoubtedly a must see in your visit to Turkey.
Adrasan Beach
Adrasan is a cove next to Olympos Beach and it is surrounded by the most amazing pine trees which make Adrasan a heaven on earth. You can also spend your holiday in tree houses or hostel type accommodations. Morning hikes in the Ancient Lycian way and watching the sunrise is another must try in Adrasan. You can witness the magnificent combination of blue and green.
Cleopatra Beach
Cleopatra Beach is located in Alanya the south-east of Antalya. According to ancient stories Cleopatra imported this legendary white silky sand only for herself from Egypt to this particular beach. According to the stories Egypt Queen Cleopatra and Roman Emperor Antonius used to swim and share their forbidden love in this location. The entrance to the beach is free and if you would like to buy cold drinks or snacks there are restaurants aroun