Where to go to the sea in Antalya: 8 beaches for swimming and kids

Antalya's beaches stretch along the Mediterranean coast for dozens of kilometers. Choosing one is hard. Each district has its own shoreline, its own seabed, and its own way into the water. Some areas are sandy and gently sloping, others are pebbly and steep.

We've rounded up eight spots where both locals and visitors swim. Entry to Antalya's public beaches is free, and at paid sections you only pay extra for a sunbed and umbrella (as of 09/2026, official tourism portal). For families with kids, sandy Lara is more convenient; for a calm swim right in the city, pebbly Konyaaltı works well.

Below are eight areas with photos, how to get there, and an honest catch for each. At the end, we break down beaches for kids and hotels by the sea.

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Where to go to the beach in Antalya

💡 In short:

• Look for sand and a gentle entry in Lara, pebbles and mountain views in Konyaaltı.
• Rocks, coves, and diving await at Topçam, Kaputaş, and Mouse Island.
• Entry to public beaches is free, you only pay for a sunbed and umbrella.
• Prices and hours: 09/2026, verified on the official tourism portal.

Choose a beach by its seabed, not by the photos. Sand is comfortable for toddlers, coarse pebbles are easier on the knees, and rocky platforms give you the clearest water. Below is a comparison of the areas by surface and entry.

1. Adalar

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Adalar is a quiet recreation area by the rocks within the city limits. Ancient cliffs cut it off from noise and bustle, and a city park with subtropical plants provides shade. Benches and gazebos are good spots for taking in the sea panorama, and stone stairways lead straight down to the water.

Several cafes and small restaurants operate along the shore. You can rent equipment for water skiing, motorboats, yachts, and catamarans on site. The coastline here looks like a mosaic of rocky islets, and each one has its own facilities.

• How to get there: city center, then walk (see map).
• Cost: entry is free, rentals are paid.
• Who it's for: calm swimming away from hotels.
• Not for: toddlers in strollers, the descent over the rocks is steep.
• The catch: rocky seabed near the shore, bring water shoes.

2. Lara

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Lara is golden sand and a wide shoreline in the eastern part of Antalya. The entry into the water is long and gentle, so you can walk in easily with little kids. Access to the water goes through gaps between private hotel zones.

Modern hotel complexes, pools, and water parks have grown up along the shore. Concerts take place on the promenade in summer, and sunbeds and umbrellas are set up on the sand during the day. The public section starts next to Lara Kent Park (as of 09/2026, Antalya Tourist Information).

The municipal section is free: sand on one side, bars, cafes, changing rooms, and showers on the other. Other sections are private, but entry is open for a fee.

• How to get there: by bus or taxi from the center, about 15 km (see map).
• Cost: the municipal section is free, private sections are paid.
• Who it's for: kids and relaxing sunbathing on the sand.
• Not for: those looking for a pebbly seabed and clear water.
• The catch: part of the shoreline is taken up by hotels, look for free access through the passageways.

3. Beach Park

Beach Park is a green strip along the shore in central Antalya. Palm and eucalyptus trees provide shade, with sunbeds, umbrellas, and shower cabins nearby. Sports equipment rental runs all day.

The park is known for restaurants, cafes, and bars for any budget. For kids there are swings, trampolines, and playgrounds; for younger crowds, night discos and open-air concerts. From the water you get a view of the cliffs and the old town.

Entry to some sections is paid, but it's open around the clock. Nearby are the Archaeological Museum, the old town of Kaleiçi, Atatürk parks, a dolphinarium, and a water park.

• How to get there: city center, then walk (see map).
• Cost: some entrances are paid, rentals are paid.
• Who it's for: sports, walks, and evening relaxation.
• Not for: quiet solitude in peak season.
• The catch: noisy in the evening, music and crowds near the discos.

4. Konyaaltı

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Konyaaltı is fine pebbles and a long promenade in the western part of the city. You can reach the recreation area by tram and see the city along the way. The strip stretches for about 7 km (as of 09/2026, Visit Türkiye).

The beach is divided into two parts. A paid side with sunbeds, umbrellas, showers, and cafes, and a wild side with toilets and trash bins. Residential neighborhoods are across the road, so accommodation here is cheaper and closer to the water.

A pedestrian bridge from the city park leads to the shore. Nearby are an amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a dolphinarium, and a water park with night discos. During a yacht trip you'll be shown the old houses of the center.

• How to get there: by tram to a stop near the coast (see map).
• Cost: entry is free, sunbed and umbrella are paid.
• Who it's for: those staying in the city who want to reach the sea quickly.
• Not for: those who prefer sand over pebbles.
• The catch: crowded in high season, and it gets deep quickly near the shore.

5. Mermerli

Mermerli is the smallest beach in the city and the first in its history. You can get here through the Mermerli restaurant. A wooden staircase descends straight to the water, which is protected by breakwaters.

The beach is separated from neighboring sections and keeps a calm atmosphere. Sunbeds, umbrellas, changing rooms, and shower cabins are arranged compactly. You enter the sea from a platform, and a cold spring flows from the rocks.

The spot is too tight for broad water activities. A yacht harbor is nearby, but the boats don't interfere with swimming in the clean water. From a boat deck you get a view of the Lower Düden Waterfall and the old harbor.

• How to get there: old town of Kaleiçi, then walk down (see map).
• Cost: entry is paid, as are sunbeds and umbrellas.
• Who it's for: a short swim near the sights.
• Not for: those who want open space and a long shoreline.
• The catch: tight space, few free spots in season.

6. Topçam

Topçam lies in Olympos National Park, about 10 km from the center (see map). It's a favorite spot for locals: on weekends they grill kebabs and relax with their families. Most people get here by car.

The shore is sandy-pebbly, the water is clean, and the surroundings are quiet and green. There are no loud bars or cafes with music here. Instead, scuba divers and snorkeling enthusiasts come, drawn by a small island opposite the shore.

Entry to the beach area is free, while sunbeds, umbrellas, and equipment rental are paid. Along the shore there are tables, benches, canopies, shower cabins, and toilets. A pier is nearby, from which boats depart for the island.

• How to get there: by car or taxi, about 10 km from the center (see map).
• Cost: entry is free, services are paid.
• Who it's for: families, picnics, and diving.
• Not for: those who want bars, music, and parties.
• The catch: harder to reach without your own transport.

7. Kaputas

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Kaputas hides in a gorge between high cliffs near Kas. Fine pebbles and turquoise water in different shades make it the most photographed beach in the country. Small islands sit just off the shore.

There are no modern hotels or nightclubs here. You relax alone with nature, and the only amenities are umbrellas, with no loungers. The area has showers, toilets, a small cafe, and a restaurant.

This is the most remote area in Antalya. You get down via a long staircase (as of 09/2026, Antalya Tourist Information), and the entry into the sea is steep, so you need to be careful with children. But the color of the water makes the trip worth it.

• How to get there: by car on the D400 highway between Kas and Kalkan (see map).
• Cost: entry is free, umbrellas are paid.
• Who it's for: for photos, swimming, and views.
• Not for: families with a stroller and small children.
• The catch: a long steep descent and climb back up, little shade in summer.

8. Mouse Island

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Mouse Island lies between Antalya and Beldibi. First you go by bus, then you take a ferry or a boat. This uninhabited patch of land is covered with green hills and coniferous trees.

The island has no official name, so locals call it different things: Mouse Island, Unfaithful Wives Island, Turtle Island. Each name has an old legend behind it. You can hear them during a yacht or catamaran trip.

Around the island you can swim, snorkel, and relax on golden sand. The pine-scented air is considered beneficial for respiratory conditions. Divers from different countries love the underwater world here, so there are plenty of visitors.

• How to get there: by bus to the pier, then by ferry or boat (see map).
• Cost: transport and the boat trip are paid.
• Who it's for: for diving, snorkeling, and sea excursions.
• Not for: those who want to lie on a beach by their hotel.
• The catch: you can only get there by water, you need a boat.

Which beach to choose for a family trip with kids

Start with the child's age. Many beaches in Antalya have a steep drop into the water, and they are inconvenient with a stroller or a very small child. When choosing a hotel, check the beach type and the distance to the sea. Each resort area of the city has its own characteristics.

The best area for a trip with kids is Lara. The shoreline here is wide, covered with soft white sand, and a park and playgrounds run along it. The entry into the sea is shallow and gentle, and the hotels offer a high level of service. Good conditions for toddlers are in place here.

Older kids can do water activities with instructors on the same Lara shore. Nearby are the Aqualand water park, a dolphinarium, Aktur Park amusement park, a Ferris wheel, and carousels. The Balon Park entertainment center with a trampoline, inflatable slides, a climbing wall, and a maze keeps children of any age busy.

• How to choose: check the entry into the water and the beach surface at your hotel.
• For toddlers: sandy Lara with a gentle entry.
• For school-age kids: a water park, dolphinarium, and amusement parks nearby.
• The catch: on pebble and rocky beaches a stroller is difficult, so bring a sling or a baby carrier.

Hotels with a private beach

Antalya is one of the largest resorts in Turkey on the Mediterranean coast. In high season it is hard to find a free spot on the beach, so many travelers choose a hotel with its own shoreline. The city has hundreds of accommodation options, and some of them are modern all-inclusive complexes.

Below are ten hotels by the sea or close to it. Most have their own beach. Rixos Downtown Antalya does not have one, and Wind of Lara is about 800 m from the shore. For each hotel we list the area, who it suits, and how to get to the water. Check prices via the Trip.com link, they change by season.

Hotel SU & Aqualand 5*

Hotel SU & Aqualand is located next to the Konyaalti recreation area. On the first line, the hotel has its own pebble beach with a pier. You get sun loungers, umbrellas and beach towels, plus sailing, windsurfing and diving lessons.

The hotel's tall building is bright, and the rooms are spacious, with air conditioning and a balcony. Guests get free access to the Aqualend water park with pools and slides. The hotel has a gym, a spa with a sauna, hammam and treatment rooms, children's pools and sports courts.

• Location: Konyaalti, first line by the sea (on the map).
• Who it's for: families with children and water sports.
• Not for: those who want quiet without entertainment programs.
• Prices: prices at Hotel SU & Aqualand

Akra Hotel 5*

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Akra Hotel occupies a ten-story building on a cliff above the sea. The rooms are spacious, with modern furniture, air conditioning, a bathroom and free internet. The hotel suits both a relaxing stay and business meetings.

Its private beach area sits on a first-line platform. Access to the water is via a staircase. Umbrellas, sun loungers and towels are free, and a beach bar operates from morning to evening. The facilities include conference halls, outdoor pools, restaurants, children's pools and a spa with a sauna and massage.

• Location: Konyaalti, a cliff above the sea (on the map).
• Who it's for: couples and business trips with time by the water.
• Not for: families with a stroller.
• The catch: entering the sea from the platform via stairs is inconvenient for children.
• Prices: rooms at Akra Hotel

Ramada Plaza Antalya 5*

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Ramada Plaza Antalya is located near the historic city center. It is a tall building with spacious rooms for two and three people. The upper floors have suites and a large royal room with a fireplace, billiards and a personal butler.

Its private beach is about a hundred meters from the building, but you enter the sea from a platform, and the shore is covered with boulders and pebbles. Adults get loungers, umbrellas and water sports equipment here, and diving is popular. The pools, terrace and restaurant are across the road next to residential buildings. There is a spa, fitness center, kids' club and shops.

• Location: near the old town of Kaleici and Karaalioglu Park (on the map).
• Who it's for: adults and couples who want to be near the center.
• Not for: vacations with small children.
• The catch: the beach has a platform and boulders, and the hotel has no green grounds of its own.
• Prices: rates at Ramada Plaza Antalya

Sealife family resort hotel 5*

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Sealife Family Resort Hotel is located in Konyaalti Bay, which has been awarded the Blue Flag. The beach here is pebbly, and the access to the water is made convenient for children. You reach the shore through an underpass rather than down a steep staircase.

Guests like the pools, water slides, spa and sauna. There are kids' rooms and playgrounds, and you can leave a toddler with a nanny. The water sports station offers paid diving, windsurfing and snorkeling lessons, and you can also set off on a yacht or boat trip from here.

• Location: Konyaalti, first line by the beach (on the map).
• Who it's for: families with children of any age.
• Not for: those looking for a large secluded shore.
• Prices: rooms at Sealife Family Resort Hotel

Crowne plaza Antalya, an IHG hotel 5*

Crowne Plaza Antalya sits on the first beachfront line of Konyaalti. From the sun terrace you can enjoy the sea view. Excursions, boat trips, and water sports are also offered here.

Guests stay in bright rooms with wooden furniture. The hotel offers indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, and the Crowne restaurant serving international cuisine. Tables are set both inside and on the terrace, and in the evening the small Ambrosia restaurant opens. The complex is most often chosen by young couples.

• Location: Konyaalti, first line in the city center (per the map).
• Who it's for: couples and those who want a seaside vacation in the city.
• Not for: large families with small children.
• Prices: prices at Crowne Plaza Antalya

Porto bello hotel resort & spa 5*

Porto Bello Hotel Resort & Spa is located in Konyaalti with its own first-line section. The sand-and-pebble beach is about fifty meters away. The complex includes two nine-story buildings with rooms of different categories.

Access to the sea goes through an underpass, which is convenient with small children. Sun loungers and umbrellas are set up on the pebbles, and water skiing, canoeing, banana boat rides, and catamarans are offered on the water; diving enthusiasts will enjoy the underwater world. The property has pools, water slides, a sauna, and treatment rooms, and in the evening disco music plays.

• Location: Konyaalti, first line by the sea (per the map).
• Who it's for: families and those who want an active water vacation.
• Not for: those who want quiet evenings.
• The catch: music plays near the disco areas in the evenings.
• Prices: prices at Porto Bello Hotel Resort & Spa

Rixos Downtown Antalya 5*

Rixos Downtown Antalya is surrounded by the subtropical trees of Kultur Park. The Konyaalti beach area is about three hundred meters away. The eight-story building offers spacious rooms with balconies overlooking the sea and the Taurus Mountains.

The hotel serves both tourists and corporate events. It has several conference halls, bars, a spa with a sauna and Turkish bath, a gym, and an outdoor pool. For young children there is a playroom and a pool, and a nanny can be arranged for an extra charge.

• Location: Kultur Park, about 300 m to Konyaalti Beach (per the map).
• Who it's for: those who want to combine city and sea.
• Not for: those who want the beach right outside the building.
• The catch: there is no private beach; a free shuttle bus runs to the public beach every hour.
• Prices: prices at Rixos Downtown Antalya

Club Hotel Sera 5*

Club Hotel Sera suits those who love warm sand and shallow sea. For small children the hotel has its own recreation area, with a convenient slope leading to the water. The beach infrastructure is complemented by playgrounds, umbrellas, and sun loungers.

Guests stay in a high-rise building or in smaller buildings within the complex, with rooms decorated in Ottoman style. The hotel has a fitness center, a spa with massage, a gym, a restaurant, a cafe and bars, pools, and a mini club for young children. The airport is nearby, reachable in fifteen minutes.

• Location: Lara, first line by the sea, close to the airport (per the map).
• Who it's for: families with small children and a short stay before a flight.
• Not for: those looking for a secluded, quiet shore.
• Prices: prices at Club Hotel Sera

Aska lara resort & spa hotel 5*

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Aska Lara Resort & Spa Hotel offers good value for money. Guests book rooms in one of the buildings near the Lara beach area. The buildings are located in two zones separated by a road.

In one part you can relax quietly with refreshments, while the other has sports facilities and spaces for large groups. The room inventory is extensive, and pools are located on both sides. Nearby there is a theme park with slides, and a playground designed as a fairytale village has been built for children.

• Location: Lara, next to the beach area (on the map).
• Who it's for: families and groups who want a sandy shore.
• Not for: those who want everything in one building.
• The catch: the buildings are separated by a road, so you have to walk to some of the services.
• Prices: prices at Aska Lara Resort & Spa

Wind of Lara Hotel & SPA 5*

Wind of Lara Hotel & SPA is located in Lara on the second beach line. The private beach is about eight hundred meters away, and you can walk or take a free shuttle bus. The soft sand and easy entry into the sea appeal to families with children.

Guests have access to children's pools, water slides, sports courts, and entertainment. Everything you need for the water can be rented on site. Meals are prepared using local and European recipes, dietary dishes and sweets are offered for little ones, and the drinks bar is open around the clock.

• Location: Lara, second line, about 800 m to the beach (on the map).
• Who it's for: families with children and a quiet vacation.
• Not for: those who want to wake up right by the water.
• The catch: you have to walk or ride to the beach, the building is not on the shore.
• Prices: prices at Wind of Lara Hotel & SPA

If you haven't chosen an area yet, start with the beach surface and the distance to the sea. A hotel by the water saves time, a hotel in the city gives you more freedom.

Best time to visit

A beach vacation in Antalya falls in the summer months. The water warms up best at this time, and the air becomes noticeably warmer than the sea. From December to April the coast is cool, but the nearby mountains are home to the Saklıkent ski resort.

In winter, hotels offer more discounts and bonuses, so the trip works out cheaper. For vacations with children and older people, late spring and early fall are better: the sea is warm and the heat is milder. In summer, plan swimming for the morning and evening, and protect yourself from the sun during the day.

• For swimming: May through October, the water is warmest in summer.
• For saving money: winter, when hotels lower prices.
• For families: late spring and early fall.

Antalya beaches on the map

The map shows eight beaches from the list and hotels near them. Open it to plot a route from your hotel to the sea.

⁉️🤔 Frequently asked questions

Which Antalya beach should I choose for swimming with children?

Lara is best for little ones. It has a wide sandy shore and a long, gentle slope into the water, with a park and playgrounds running along the beach. Lara hotels have pools and kids' activities. The pebbly Konyaaltı and Mermerli with its platform also work, but the water entry there is steeper and deeper.

Do I need to pay to enter Antalya beaches?

City beaches such as Konyaaltı, Lara, and Topçam are free. You only pay for loungers, umbrellas, and equipment rental in the serviced sections. Enclosed beaches are found at Mermerli and on the private grounds of Beach Park. In summer, grab a free lounger on a popular shore early in the morning.

How do I get to Kaputaş Beach?

Kaputaş lies on the D400 highway between Kaş and Kalkan, and it's easiest to reach by car or dolmuş. A long staircase leads from the road down to the water, so wear comfortable shoes. Parking along the highway is limited, so in summer arrive at opening time.

Where in Antalya is the shore sandy, and where is it pebbly?

You'll find sand at Lara Beach and near Mouse Island, which is why families with children go there. Pebbles cover Konyaaltı and Kaputaş, where the water is cleaner and clearer. Topçam has a mixed sand-and-pebble shore. Rocky platforms and stones near the shore remain at Adalar and Mermerli Beach.

When is the best time to go to the sea in Antalya?

The swimming season runs from May through October. In summer the water is warmest, but the beaches are crowded and the heat is intense. Late spring and early fall offer warm water and fewer tourists. In winter the sea is cool, but the Saklıkent ski resort is open nearby.

In short: what to book

Choose a hotel based on the shore surface and distance to the sea, not the star rating. In summer, book ahead; in winter, prices are lower.

• If you're traveling with little ones: book a hotel on sandy Lara.
• If you want to stay in the city: look at Konyaaltı hotels.
• If you're looking for quiet: plan for Topçam and Kaputaş.
• If you want diving: choose the shore near Mouse Island.

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