Antalya's main city beach stretches 7km of Blue Flag certified sand and pebble with the spectacular Taurus Mountains as a backdrop. The beach has extensive public free sections alongside paid facilities, and the adjacent Konyaaltı Beachpark has cafes, restaurants, and water sports.
Konyaaltı Beach is Antalya's main urban beach, stretching approximately 7 kilometres along the western edge of the city with the dramatic Taurus Mountains rising sharply behind the shoreline. The beach surface is a mix of fine dark pebbles and coarser gravel—notably different from sandy Mediterranean shores—and the water transitions from pale green to deep turquoise as depth increases. Konyaaltı holds Blue Flag certification, reflecting strong water quality and environmental management standards.
The beach is divided into free public sections and paid facility zones. The public areas are accessible directly from the coastal road and Konyaaltı Beachpark, a landscaped recreation corridor running parallel to the shore. Within the beachpark, visitors find cafes, restaurants, cycling and pedestrian paths, beach volleyball courts, children's play areas, and bike hire stations. The paid beach clubs offer sunbeds, umbrellas, showers, and changing rooms for around 100–200 TL per day.
Water sports operators line the shoreline offering jet skiing, parasailing, and banana boat rides. Paragliders from Tahtalı Mountain regularly land on the beach throughout summer. The promenade behind the beach connects to the Antalya Aquarium complex, one of the largest in the world. Konyaaltı is genuinely local in character—popular with Antalya residents on weekends and Turkish domestic tourists rather than the all-inclusive international crowd that dominates Lara Beach to the east.
The beach faces south-southwest and is well-sheltered from northern winds, though summer afternoons bring light onshore breezes that keep conditions comfortable for swimming. The eastern section near the city harbour is the busiest; the beach grows quieter toward the western end near Sarısu. Access is excellent: the AntRay tramway stops near the beachpark entrance, and the beach lies roughly 3 kilometres west of the Kaleiçi old town, walkable along the coastal promenade or reachable in five minutes by taxi. Parking is available along the coastal boulevard but fills early on summer weekends.
Amenities
- sunbed rental
- umbrella rental
- restaurants
- showers
- changing rooms
- water sports
- volleyball courts
- bike hire
Good to know
- Best for
- families, swimmers, locals, cyclists, photographers
Highlights
- 7km Blue Flag pebble beach with the Taurus Mountains as a dramatic inland backdrop
- Konyaaltı Beachpark promenade with cycling paths, cafes, and children's playgrounds
- Free public beach sections alongside paid beach clubs charging 100–200 TL per day
- Direct AntRay tram access from Antalya city centre; walkable from Kaleiçi old town
- Water sports including jet skiing, parasailing, and regular paragliding touchdowns
Tips for visiting
- Arrive before 9am on weekends to secure a good spot in the free public sections
- The western end near Sarısu is markedly quieter on busy summer days
- Bring water shoes—the pebble surface is sharp underfoot and slippery at the water entry
- Bike hire on the promenade costs around 50 TL per hour and covers the full 7km length
- Sea urchins occasionally appear near the rocky sections at either end; shoes are advisable for entering the water
When to visit
May to October for comfortable swimming, with water temperatures peaking at 28–29°C in August. Early morning arrivals between 7am and 9am avoid weekend crowds and secure the best spots in the free public sections.
Accessibility
The Konyaaltı Beachpark promenade is fully paved and accessible to wheelchair users. The beach itself is pebble, which is difficult to navigate in a wheelchair. Some paid beach clubs near the promenade have dedicated access ramps to the waterline and adapted changing facilities.
Frequently asked questions
Is Konyaaltı Beach sandy or pebbly?
The beach surface is dark pebbles and coarse gravel throughout its 7km length. There is no sand. Water shoes or beach sandals are strongly recommended for a comfortable experience.
Is Konyaaltı Beach free to use?
The main public sections are completely free. Paid beach clubs offering sunbeds, umbrellas, showers, and changing rooms are interspersed along the shore, typically charging 100–200 TL per person per day.
How do I get to Konyaaltı Beach from Antalya city centre?
The AntRay tramway has a stop near the beachpark entrance. Taxis take around five minutes from Kaleiçi, and the promenade walk from the old town takes under 30 minutes.
Are water sports available at Konyaaltı Beach?
Yes. Jet skiing, parasailing, banana boats, and kayak hire are available from operators along the shoreline throughout the summer season. Paragliding landings from Tahtalı Mountain are a regular spectacle on the beach.