1. Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) – Fethiye, Muğla
Location: Southwestern coast, near Fethiye.
Sand: Soft golden sand mixed with fine pebbles.
Water Color: Turquoise to aquamarine, crystal-clear.
Popularity: One of the most photographed beaches in the world, famous for paragliding and calm waters.
2. Patara Beach – Antalya Province
Location: Between Kaş and Fethiye.
Sand: Fine golden sand, stretches for 18 km.
Water Color: Light blue, shallow entrance.
Popularity: Known as Turkey’s longest beach and a nesting site for loggerhead turtles.
3. Kaputaş Beach – Kaş, Antalya
Location: Coastal road between Kaş and Kalkan.
Sand: Golden, soft sand.
Water Color: Intense turquoise, very clear.
Popularity: Iconic Instagram spot, reached by descending 170 steps.
4. İztuzu Beach (Turtle Beach) – Dalyan, Muğla
Location: Dalyan River delta.
Sand: Fine golden sand, very clean.
Water Color: Blue-green, calm on lagoon side.
Popularity: Protected turtle nesting ground, peaceful setting.
5. Butterfly Valley – Fethiye, Muğla
Location: Accessible only by boat or hike.
Sand: Soft beige sand with small pebbles.
Water Color: Bright turquoise.
Popularity: Remote and unspoiled, famous for its natural beauty and butterflies.
6. Kabak Beach – Fethiye, Muğla
Location: South of Ölüdeniz.
Sand: Mix of golden sand and smooth pebbles.
Water Color: Deep blue, clear.
Popularity: Bohemian atmosphere, quiet and less crowded.
7. Mermerli Beach – Antalya (Kaleiçi)
Location: Inside Antalya’s Old Town marina.
Sand: Fine gravel and golden sand.
Water Color: Clear blue.
Popularity: Small, charming city beach with historical surroundings.
8. Konyaaltı Beach – Antalya
Location: Western Antalya city center.
Sand: Mix of fine pebbles and coarse sand.
Water Color: Deep blue, very clear.
Popularity: Blue Flag beach with mountain backdrop and many facilities.
9. Lara Beach – Antalya
Location: Eastern Antalya coast.
Sand: Fine golden sand.
Water Color: Shallow blue, clear.
Popularity: Known for luxury resorts and long sandy stretch.
10. Kleopatra Beach (Sedir Island) – Muğla
Location: Sedir Island, near Marmaris.
Sand: Unique white, shell-based sand.
Water Color: Clear emerald green.
Popularity: Legend says the sand was brought for Cleopatra.
11. Cirali Beach – Kemer, Antalya
Location: Near the ancient city of Olympos.
Sand: Fine golden sand with some pebbles.
Water Color: Light blue, very clean.
Popularity: Tranquil, nature-friendly, sea turtle habitat.
12. Side Beach – Side, Antalya
Location: Beside the ancient ruins of Side.
Sand: Golden, soft sand.
Water Color: Light blue, calm.
Popularity: Combines history and beach relaxation.
13. Şile Beach – Istanbul Province, Black Sea
Location: North of Istanbul.
Sand: Golden, soft sand.
Water Color: Blue with stronger waves.
Popularity: Popular weekend escape for Istanbul locals.
14. Akyarlar Beach – Bodrum, Muğla
Location: Southwestern Bodrum Peninsula.
Sand: Fine white sand.
Water Color: Light turquoise, shallow.
Popularity: Calm waters, great for families.
15. Olympos Beach – Kemer, Antalya
Location: Ancient Olympos site.
Sand: Golden sand with pebbles.
Water Color: Blue-green, clear.
Popularity: Surrounded by ruins and lush nature.
16. Phaselis Beach – Kemer, Antalya
Location: Ancient port city of Phaselis.
Sand: Soft golden sand.
Water Color: Emerald green, clear.
Popularity: Mix of history, forest, and beach in one spot.
17. Palamutbükü Beach – Datça Peninsula
Location: Southwestern Datça.
Sand: Golden coarse sand with pebbles.
Water Color: Transparent blue.
Popularity: Quiet, natural, and less touristic.
18. Suluada Beach – Adrasan, Antalya
Location: Small island off Adrasan coast.
Sand: White powdery sand.
Water Color: Caribbean-like turquoise.
Popularity: Famous for boat trips and pristine waters.
19. Little Pebble Beach (Küçük Çakıl) – Kaş, Antalya
Location: Kaş town center.
Sand: Pebble beach.
Water Color: Crystal-clear turquoise.
Popularity: Small but loved by locals.
20. Tersane Cove – Kekova, Antalya
Location: Kekova Island area.
Sand: Rocky seabed with some sandy parts.
Water Color: Deep clear blue.
Popularity: Known for submerged ruins and boat tours.