Ordu is a Black Sea city on Turkey's northern coast, famed as the hazelnut capital of the world and celebrated for its lush green hills, ancient history, and stunning coastal scenery.
Top beaches
A ranked editor’s shortlist of the coastline worth planning a day around in Ordu.
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- Free public access
- Changing cabins
- Showers
- Seasonal cafés
- Sunbed rental
- Parking (free)
Kumbaşkı Beach
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- Public access
- Rocky and sandy sections
- Nearby restaurants
- Parking (free)
Çaka Beach
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- 13 km paved promenade
- Public beach access
- Bike rental stands
- Seafood restaurants
- Tea gardens
- Free WiFi zones
Ordu City Promenade Beach
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- Calm protected bay
- Sandy beach
- Clear water
- Seasonal café
- Free parking
- Fishing pier nearby
Efirli Beach (Perşembe)
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- Long sandy beach
- Facilities for swimming
- Showers
- Sunbed/umbrella rental
- Restaurants
- Free parking
Uzunkum Beach (Fatsa)
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- Sandy public beach
- Changing rooms
- Showers
- Restaurants nearby
- Free parking
- Grassy picnic areas
Çamlık Beach (Ünye)
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- Public beach access
- Less crowded than city beaches
- Sandy shoreline
- Nearby airport views
- Free parking
Şipahili Beach (Giresun side, near Ordu Airport)
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- Remote quiet beach
- Clean water
- Rocky and sandy sections
- No facilities — bring own water and food
Gönyeli Beach (Near Gölköy)
What to bring
A short packing list for a comfortable beach day — adjust for season and the specific spot.
- Sun protectionHigh-SPF sunscreen, hat, polarised sunglasses, light long-sleeve cover-up.
- HydrationReusable bottle, salty snacks for longer days, electrolyte sachets if it’s hot.
- FootwearWater shoes for pebble or rocky entry, flip-flops for sand, dry pair for the trip home.
- Swim & coverQuick-dry towel or sand-resistant mat, change of swimwear, light cover-up for restaurants.
- Cash & valuablesSmall notes for beach clubs and rentals; waterproof pouch for phone, keys, cards.
- ExtrasReef-safe sunscreen near protected coastline, a book, a small first-aid kit for jellyfish or scrapes.
Beach safety
Hard-earned guidance — read this before you swim, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the coast.
Critical
Swim where lifeguards are posted and follow flag warnings — green is safe, yellow is caution, red means no swimming. Rip currents are the leading beach hazard worldwide.
Caution
Watch for tide changes and marine life — jellyfish blooms, sea urchins on rocky entries, occasional shark or stingray advisories. Don’t swim alone, especially at dawn or dusk.
Tip
Reapply sunscreen every 90 minutes and after every swim. Take shade between 11 am and 3 pm — the sun is harsher than people expect, even when the air is cool.
Practical
Keep valuables out of sight or back at the accommodation. Beach theft is a small-but-real risk at busy beaches; never leave bags unattended while you’re in the water.