Konyaaltı Beach: The Vibrant Cultural Hub
Pebble Blue Flag beach west of the center, backed by the Beydağları mountains and a long promenade
Konyaaltı is Antalya’s long western beach, stretching for several kilometres with the Taurus (Beydağları) mountains rising right behind it. The beach is pebbly, which keeps the sea beautifully clear. A seafront park and promenade with cafés, restaurants and playgrounds run behind it, so it feels like part of the city rather than a resort.
Bring water shoes for the pebbles. Public beach sections with showers are free, and beach clubs rent sunbeds and umbrellas.
What to do in Konyaaltı
- Swim in clear water with mountain views.
- Walk or cycle the promenade, with cafés, parks and playgrounds.
- Antalya Aquarium and water parks nearby, great for families.
- Tünektepe hill at the west end, with views over the whole bay (the cable car has been closed since April 2024).
Tips
- Sunset: the light on the mountains in the evening is beautiful.
- Getting there: buses run from the city centre (the nostalgic tram to the east end of the beach was suspended in July 2026).
- Where to stay: hotels and apartments line the beach road, a good choice between city and beach.
What’s nearby
Visit the Antalya Museum at the east end (closed for rebuilding since 2025), see the Tünektepe cable car (closed since an accident in April 2024; check if it has reopened), or walk to Kaleiçi.
Konyaaltı Beach: frequently asked questions
Is Konyaaltı Beach sandy or pebbly?
It is mostly pebbly, which keeps the water very clear. Water shoes make it more comfortable.
Is Konyaaltı Beach free?
Yes, the public sections are free. Beach clubs charge for sunbeds and umbrellas.
How do I get to Konyaaltı from Kaleiçi?
By bus or taxi in about 10–15 minutes, or a pleasant walk along the cliffs.
Book tours & tickets
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Photo: Esginmurat, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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