5 Best Beaches in Alanya

Beach lovers visiting Alanya will love the golden sands and blue sea of this resort town on Turkey's southern coast. Part of the Riviera, Alanya attracts millions of visitors each year, mainly because of its coastal attractions. Visitors come here not only to relax, sunbathe and swim but also participate in many water sports such as windsurfing, paragliding and banana boating.

The wide beaches in Alanya are very developed, with full facilities to meet all the needs of visitors. Besides the beaches, you can also explore natural attractions like Damlatas Cave located at the end of the beach. Here are the top beaches in Alanya, Turkey's liveliest resort city, where visitors can indulge in water, sun, sand and surf.

1.Cleopatra Beach - Named after the Queen of Egypt

Cleopatra Beach, located just off the town center, is one of the most popular beaches in Alanya. The beach is named after the queen of ancient Egypt - legend has it that Cleopatra fell in love with this beach after swimming in the clear blue waters and sunbathing on its golden sands.

Cleopatra Beach stretches for about 2 km and is divided into numbered areas where sun loungers are available for hire. As expected, this beach is always crowded in summer. If you walk a little further from the city center (towards the end of the beach), you can easily find empty spots in the sand to put your free towels. Along the beach, you can easily find a number of sand bars, restaurants, restrooms and public baths.

Address: Kızlar Pınarı, Atatürk Blv., 07460 Alanya, Antalya, Turkey

2.Portakal Beach - the most beautiful beach in Alanya

Portakal Beach is a 1km long sandy public beach with clear blue water and pebbled seabed, a 10-minute drive east of Alanya city centre. It's less crowded than some of Alanya's more popular beaches, which means you can peacefully enjoy the ocean views against the backdrop of Mount Taurus.

Thrill addicts enjoy a wide range of water sports here, including jet skiing and windsurfing. International-standard cafes, restaurants and beach amenities are available, and you can rent sun loungers (or enjoy them freely as a guest at the nearby beach clubs). . Even in the off-season months like October and November, the sea water is pleasantly warm for swimming. The seabed can be rocky, so put on your beach shoes before wading into the water.

Address: Cumhuriyet, Ahmet Tokuş Blv., 07425 Alanya, Antalya, Turkey

3. Damlatas Beach – a suitable place for some families to have fun in the sun

Damlatas Beach is a 10-minute walk from the beautiful Damlatas Caves. The unique thing about this beach is that it is the only wheelchair accessible beach in Alanya. There are plenty of sun loungers, showers and easy access to the sea for people with disabilities. You can also find volleyball, tennis and basketball courts, an outdoor fitness center and a large children's playground.

In addition to swimming, you can snorkel in the bay, snorkel along the coastline, or go paragliding and see the dramatic coastline from above. You can also simply stroll through the lush green parks with fountains along the beach or find shade in the Damlatas Cave where you can see unique stalactites and stalagmites for around £7. 50 lira.

Address: Saray, Güzelyalı Cd., 07400 Alanya, Antalya, Turkey

4.Tosmur Beach – where the Dimcay River flows into the Mediterranean Sea

Tosmur Beach is popular with tourists staying at the hotels and resorts in the vicinity. Not only that, its emerald seawater attracts locals and tourists from other parts of Alanya and Turkey.

Tosmur Beach is where the nearby Dimcay River and the Mediterranean Sea meet, mixing warm saltwater with cold freshwater. This makes the area considered one of the cleanest sea water areas in Turkey. You can rent sun loungers from nearby beach clubs and enjoy snacks or drinks at the beach bars. There is also a wide range of water sports activities such as jet skiing, paragliding and banana boating in Tosmur. On-site showers and changing counters are also available at this beach.

Address: Tosmur Mahallesi, 07469 Alanya, Antalya, Turkey

5. Alanya City Public Beach - Alanya 's Best Kept Secret

Alanya Belediyesi Halk Plajı (Alanya City Public Beach) is popular with locals and some visitors. This mysterious gem of the Turkish Riviera is unlike most beaches in Alanya - it has sand without rocks, allowing you to comfortably walk along the shore.

This public beach offers free sun loungers with umbrellas. It's not surprising that they sell out very quickly in the summer, so get there early in the morning to get a spot. With views of the mountains and city skyline, Alanya Belediyesi Halk Plajı is one of the best beaches to watch the sunset. For dinner, choose from the many cafes and restaurants nearby, where you can enjoy a traditional Turkish meal or freshly grilled seafood.

Address: Güller Pınarı, 07460 Alanya, Antalya, Turkey