Lara Beach: Your Golden Sandy Dream
Blue Flag sandy beach in the Lara district with shallow water and resort facilities
Lara is Antalya’s sandy beach, on the east side of the city, close to the airport. Unlike Konyaaltı’s pebbles, Lara has fine golden sand and shallow water, which makes it a favourite with families. Large resorts line much of the coast, while public beach sections and beach clubs offer sunbeds, umbrellas and water sports.
Lara is about 15 km from Antalya Airport, so it is one of the quickest places to reach after landing.
What to do in Lara
- Swim and relax: long sandy beaches with gentle entry into the sea.
- Water sports: jet skis, parasailing, banana boats and more in summer.
- The Lower Düden waterfall: the falls drop into the sea at the edge of Lara.
- Sand sculptures: Lara is known for its big summer sand sculpture festival.
Tips
- Public beach or beach club: public sections are free; beach clubs charge for sunbeds and umbrellas.
- Families: the shallow water is great for small children.
- Getting there: buses and taxis connect Lara with the city centre in about 20–30 minutes.
What’s nearby
See the Düden waterfalls, visit the old town of Kaleiçi, or read about airport transfers.
Lara Beach: frequently asked questions
Is Lara Beach sandy?
Yes. Lara has fine sand and shallow water, unlike Konyaaltı, which is pebbly.
How far is Lara from Antalya Airport?
About 15 km, roughly 20–25 minutes by car.
Is Lara or Konyaaltı better?
Lara is better for sand, shallow water and resorts; Konyaaltı is closer to the old town, has mountain views and clear water over pebbles.
Book tours & tickets
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Photo: Jörg Fuhrmann (Intermerker), CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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