Istanbul 🏖️ all 133 beaches (Turkey)

Most beautiful beaches of Istanbul

Akcakese Plaji

Akcakese Beach

8.8

Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand

Turkey, Imrenli 1.1 km

Sile Central Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access

Turkey, Sile 0.6 km

Sile Ala Kadinlar Plaji

8.2

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand

Turkey, Sile 1.6 km

Evcik Plaji

8.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Karacakoy 5.3 km

Karacakoy Plaji

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand

Turkey, Karaca 0.9 km

Agva Kilim Cliffs

7.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque

Turkey, Dikbucakli 1.7 km

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Quitest and lonely beaches in Istanbul

Uzunkum Plaji

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Turkey, Sile 2.1 km

Suayipli Koyu Plaji

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Turkey, Kurfalli 1 km

Cilingoz beach

7.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Turkey, Cilingoz 0.1 km

Kurna Halk Plaji

7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Turkey, Kurna 1.8 km

Sofular Plaji

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

Turkey, Sofular 1.6 km

Halik Koyu Aile Plaji

7.8

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom

Turkey, Prince Islands 2.9 km

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Sandy beaches in Istanbul

Altinkum Plaji

8.3

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Anadolu Kavagi 1.6 km

Sariyer Altinkum Kadinlar Plaji

Sariyer Altinkum Kadinlar Beach

8.1

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Anadolu Kavagi 1.6 km

Tarihi Buyuk Liman Plaji

7.7

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Garipce 1.5 km

Menekse bayanlar Plaji

7.4

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Garipce 2 km

Suma beach

6.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water, Fine sand bottom

Turkey, Gumusdere 1.5 km

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Beaches for families with children in Istanbul

Florya Gunes beach

8.6

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Green pure water

Turkey, Kucukcekmece 3.3 km

Baia Beach

8.4

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Sile 1.2 km

Riva Kalesi

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Riva 0.2 km

Agva Plaji

8.1

Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Kurfalli 1.9 km

Ayazma Plaji Sile

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Sile 1.4 km

Imrenli Plaji

7.9

Large free area, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Karaca 1.3 km

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Beaches with shade in Istanbul

Viranbag Plaji

7.7

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom

Turkey, Prince Islands 3.7 km

Alman plaji

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light pebble

Turkey, Prince Islands 4.6 km

Madam Marta Koyu Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Kinaliada 2.8 km

Kablo Blue Beach & Camping

7.5

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Prince Islands 4 km

IBB Buyukada Halk Plaji

7.4

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Prince Islands 2.7 km

Camakya Aile Plaji

7.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom

Turkey, Kinaliada 3.1 km

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The best beaches in small bays in Istanbul

Milyos beach

8.4

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Blue pure water

Turkey, Demircikoy 1.9 km

Uzunya beach

7.9

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water

Turkey, Demircikoy 1.9 km

Kabakoz Beach

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Anadolufeneri 0.6 km

Little Malatra

6.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Turkey, Cilingoz 4.6 km

Korsan Koyu

6.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque

Turkey, Cilingoz 6.5 km

Dalgakiran beach

6.7

Beach resort, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise water

Turkey, Buyukcekmece 0.2 km

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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Istanbul, they are as follows:

The region's beaches are mainly wide, moderate length and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 77.
The average distance from the road to beach in Istanbul is less than 500 meters. 127 beaches are relatively easy to access, 3 beaches are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 3 beaches are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The beaches in Istanbul are used mainly by beach clubs (resorts), usually open to everyone but for a fee. These establishments offer a full range of amenities with limited operational hours. At the same time, you can still find a wild beach, use our filter for this.

Dozens of beaches in Istanbul attract every year not only relaxation lovers but also those travelers who prefer outdoor activities and, first of all water jumpers, kayakers, surfers.

So, let's see what activities you can do on the beaches:

Surfing. There is probably no person in the world who has never seen these talented boys and girls riding the wave. Whether you are a professional surfer or just an athlete with a brave heart, the beaches of Istanbul will suit both of you, as this region is quite popular among surfers. There are about 4 beaches good suitable for surfing, choose carefully, don't miss the beach of your dream!
Sea kayaking is an excellent alternative to long walks along the coast. Instead of being bored on the beach, you can go for a leisurely journey and discover the beauty of the neighboring coves, inlets and wild beaches. Remember, the main gems are always accessible only from the water. Kayaking is an excellent active lifestyle solution for both professionals and beginners. About 5 beaches in Istanbul can be interesting for kayakers, the most popular are: Burc beach, Riva Kalesi.
Jumping. If your body needs a little adrenaline, jumping is a great solution, cooling the body and ardor. There are about 13 places in Istanbul that are popular with water jumpers. But be careful, this activity requires utmost skill and experience.

Do you love an active lifestyle but would prefer something other than water activities? Then on the beaches of Istanbul you can actively spend time playing volleyball. Although this region does not have the privileged status of the volleyball capital of Turkey, it may well compete for this title because there are about 21 beaches where you can play volleyball.

For campers, important information is the availability of campsites in the region. There are such places near the 34 beaches of Istanbul. 12 of them are a kind of wild camp, formed spontaneously by lovers of this type of recreation and did not have an infrastructure. 22 of them are official campsites, with all the necessary (showers, toilets, shops, cafes).

Latest reviews on Istanbul's beaches

Riva 3.koy

2 MJ

When the hotel was still open, the beach used to be clean and a great place to relax.

Kamiloba beach

10 Isabella McDowell

The sea is clean and calm, making it a great choice for swimming in Istanbul. In my opinion, it is the most beautiful beach in the entire city.

Buyukada-maden Beach

10 Nora Zahir

Such a lovely and peaceful place to escape from the hustle and bustle of Istanbul 😂

Menekse Sahil

8 Mo Aly

The park is stunning and the beach is lovely with a wide shallow area. There are lifeguards and restrooms available, although there are no showers or changing rooms, which is why I gave it 4 stars. The park has plenty of trees and playgrounds suitable for all ages. There is ample parking space for cars and it is conveniently located within a reasonable walking distance to transportation.

Asaf Aile Plaji

8 Lorelei Wintermute

The beach on Heybeliada is pretty nice, better than some others, but the water isn't very clean. I saw some crabs while swimming with goggles, which was cool. The water is about 2.5 meters deep and gets deeper quickly. If you're not a strong swimmer, consider wearing a life vest as it can be challenging to swim there.

Aqua Green Beach Heybeliada

8 Zarina Farzan

This island is a great escape from Istanbul, just a one-hour boat ride away.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 67 beaches in the region, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 34°C and water up to 29.2°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 8.1°C and water to 10.7°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Istanbul? In total there are 133 beaches and the most popular is Akcakese Beach.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Istanbul?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Istanbul, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 133 beaches in total, of which about 22 can be called high-rated.

The best beaches in the majority:

Sandy / Best sandy beaches in Istanbul (78 beaches)
Free to visit / Best beaches with free access in Istanbul (93 beaches)
Located within settlements / Best natural beaches in Istanbul (22 beaches)

They are also usually:

Easily accessible / Best beaches with easy access in Istanbul (127 beaches)
With amenities available to visitors of beach resort / Best beaches with basic amenities in Istanbul (103 beaches)
Crowded in season / Best beaches without crowds in Istanbul (6 beaches)
With high cleanliness / Best beaches with perfect cleanliness in Istanbul (99 beaches)

The best beaches in Istanbul:

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How to view only nearest to me beaches in Istanbul?

To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.

Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Istanbul, you must be in that area to get the correct results.

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How to view all beaches in Istanbul on map?

To view and filter by characteristics all beaches of Istanbul, use the link below:

All beaches of Istanbul on map (133 beaches)

What are all easy accessible beaches in Istanbul?

Most of the beaches located in Istanbul are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

Popular categories of beaches in Istanbul by access:

How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Istanbul?

Use the "Main features" section of the filter in search results to see all the beaches with the feature you're interested in.

The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features

Beach coverage and water

Natural scenery

Other popular categories

All beaches in Istanbul with natural shade (15 beaches)

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How to find uncrowded beaches in Istanbul?

The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Istanbul by occupancy.

Popular categories:

If the presence of a crowd on the beach is critical for you, pay attention to where you should not go in the season.

Highly crowded beaches in Istanbul (16 beaches)

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Which beaches in Istanbul are kid-friendly, good for relax, pet-friendly, naturist-friendly, camping-friendly?

The selections of the beaches in Istanbul according to the recommended audience:

How to view all beaches by amenities details in Istanbul?

Use filter in search results to select a beach according to your preference for amenities.

Popular beach infrastructure categories:

How to view all beaches by activity of interest in Istanbul?

Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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About Istanbul

General information

Popular destinations

Büyükada

Ormanli

Karacakoy

Yalikoy

Heybeliada

Istanblue Villalari

Kınalıada

Demircikoy

Gumusdere

Cilingoz

Kisirkaya

Balaban

Kadikoy

Atasehir

Burgaz

Karaburun Mahallesi

Tuzla

Selimpasa

Kumburgaz

Tacsan

Silivri

Bakirkoy

Sedef

Kucukcekmece

Baba Koyu

Buyukcekmece

Avcilar

Celtik

Adakent

Albatros

Kaşık

Asaf Aile Plaji

Aqua Green Beach Heybeliada

Burc beach

Heybeliada Beach

Nakibey Aile Plaj Tesisleri

Riva 3.koy

Popular types of Istanbul beaches

Most beautiful beaches of Istanbul

Akcakese Beach

Sile Central Beach

Sile Ala Kadinlar Plaji

Evcik Plaji

Karacakoy Plaji

Agva Kilim Cliffs

Quitest and lonely beaches in Istanbul

Uzunkum Plaji

Suayipli Koyu Plaji

Cilingoz beach

Kurna Halk Plaji

Sofular Plaji

Halik Koyu Aile Plaji

Sandy beaches in Istanbul

Altinkum Plaji

Sariyer Altinkum Kadinlar Beach

Tarihi Buyuk Liman Plaji

Menekse bayanlar Plaji

Suma beach

Beaches for families with children in Istanbul

Florya Gunes beach

Baia Beach

Riva Kalesi

Agva Plaji

Ayazma Plaji Sile

Imrenli Plaji

Beaches with shade in Istanbul

Viranbag Plaji

Alman plaji

Madam Marta Koyu Beach

Kablo Blue Beach & Camping

IBB Buyukada Halk Plaji

Camakya Aile Plaji

The best beaches in small bays in Istanbul

Milyos beach

Uzunya beach

Kabakoz Beach

Little Malatra