City beaches in Istanbul are not very clean, so swimming in them is not always safe. Although the city authorities are constantly taking measures to cleanse the beach shores. In Istanbul and the suburbs, there are about 83 bathing places, which are called the beaches of Istanbul. But this is far from the kind of service that is found on the resort beaches of the Mediterranean Sea.

For tourists visiting Istanbul, not only sightseeing, but also sea bathing is not unimportant. Istanbul is reminiscent of Venice by the abundance of water: the city crosses the Bosphorus Strait, from the north it is washed by the Black Sea, and from the south by the Sea of ​​Marmara. But, despite such a large amount of water, in this large metropolis, it is quite difficult for tourists to find a good place to swim.


All beaches of the city can be divided into private and city ones. In Istanbul itself, there are several free city beaches equipped with sun loungers, umbrellas and changing cabins, showers and parking lots. The longest of them are Jaddebostan, which stretches for 950 m on the Asian side of the city on the Sea of ​​Marmara, as well as Menexe beach, located on the shores of Lake Kucukcekmece and has a length of about 650 m. But, nevertheless, rest on city beaches will not give that resort an atmosphere of relaxation, which vacationers dream of, but will remind of a large metropolis spread around.


The Palat Renaissance hotel is located almost in the city center, providing all tourists with the opportunity to combine a business trip to Istanbul with a vacation on the coast. Hotel Sanhilere is not inferior in comfort and attractiveness and provides guests with relaxation on a well-groomed pebble beach. Between the historical center and the business center of the capital of Turkey, there is a large five-star spa hotel Cassis Resort, which owns clean closed sandy and pebble beaches. Only clients rest on the beaches of the hotel. The five-star hotel "Marine Princess" has its own private spacious beach on the Sea of ​​Marmara and provides vacationers with branded sun loungers, umbrellas and towels.

Among the locals, the most popular beaches are located in the suburban area.


Holidays on the Princes' Islands are especially popular. Here are the dachas of the townspeople and there are good equipped beaches, for the entrance to which you will have to pay from 200 to 700 rubles in terms of lira to rubles. The beaches of the islands offer a variety of animation activities, sports games and tournaments for children and adults, catamarans, water skiing, boats, various theatrical performances on the shore. To spend a vacation on the islands, you can stay in small local hotels or hotels.

On the Black Sea coast, popular Turkish beaches are located in Quilhos, Sariyer, and on the shores of the Sea of ​​Marmara are the beaches of Agve and Shile, although it takes a long time to get to them. The nearest resorts on the Mediterranean Sea, which can be reached by commuter trains, are the areas of Floria and Yesilköy. The Golden Horn and the Bosphorus are also very popular. They are well equipped and the water is absolutely clean.


Rest on the Bosphorus can be spent on Selena Beach Club, which in the past was called Tarabi Beach. It is located in the Tarabya region, where the strait enters the Black Sea, and has been welcoming tourists for the third decade already. Pleasant music and a variety of sports activities will pleasantly decorate your vacation on the beach.

If you need to combine a business trip and leisure, then, undoubtedly, it is best to stay in a city hotel located in the coastal zone and relax on a private beach. And if there is an opportunity to fully devote time to a beach holiday, then it is better to choose hotels or resorts away from the bustling city in order to get rid of the negative effects of the stress caused by the excessive pace of city life.

Istanbul is located on two shores of the Bosphorus at once, and besides that it is washed by the waters of the Black and Marmara Seas. In fact, the entire history of this city is inextricably linked with the sea and ships. However, despite the rather long coastline, urban central areas are not very suitable for a more or less comfortable stay. Therefore, all normally equipped bathing areas are located a fair distance from the center of Istanbul.

The beaches on the coast of the Sea of ​​Marmara are located in areas of Istanbul such as Jaddebostan and Fenerbahce. They are just perfect for families with children. Here it is very convenient and gentle entry into the water, not very deep near the coast. So the water here always warms up a few degrees higher than on other Istanbul beaches. On the Asian coast of Jaddebostan, you can even find several free beaches, which are about one kilometer long. There are umbrellas, sunbeds, and the necessary cabins for changing clothes. But in the Fenerbahce Bay there is a small, but already popular, paid - True Blue Beach Bar.

But the beaches of the Black Sea coast in Istanbul are already concentrated in the European part of the city - in the Sariyer region. Here you will find the best beach vacation, and you will be offered the best beach club Uzunya Beach Club. In addition, this beach is rightfully considered one of the cleanest in the entire area. This club has at its disposal - a billiard room, its own camping and a restaurant. There are also several other wonderful Black Sea beaches in Istanbul - Dalia Beach Club, Burc Beach Club, Solar Beach Club. If you are not embarrassed by long distances, then you can easily go to the beaches of Sheila or Agva. You will get to Šile in one hour, but the road to Agva will take longer - a couple of hours. There are many beautiful natural attractions - caves, rocks, cozy bays and, of course, excellent sandy beaches, the length of which is as much as 72 kilometers.

The most popular beach on the Bosphorus is Senela Beach Club. It is comfortably located in the pretty bay of Tarabya and for more than 30 years it has been pleasing all visitors who come here to take a break from their daily worries and enjoy the most picturesque views. There are several restaurants, many different water and sports activities, as well as all the necessary beach facilities.

The Princes' Islands are undoubtedly generously endowed with nature, with many beaches, fully equipped and designed for relaxation and comfort. On an island called Büyükada, there is Yoruk Ali Beach, which can accommodate up to 1,500 people in total. There is not only a variety of water activities, but also the opportunity to stay for a few nights in a bungalow.

On the island of Heybeliada, the beautiful beaches of Green Beach Club and Ada Beach Club await. At one of them, the first president of the Republic of Turkey, Kemal Ataturk, was very fond of having a rest at one time.

Istanbul is a huge city, so there will be few people on the beaches here, but just a lot, especially this trend is observed on weekends. And the sea near Istanbul is not particularly clean. The huge number of ships in the Sea of ​​Marmara and the Bosphorus are not particularly optimistic. If you still want to swim in the capital of Turkey, then there are places here. The best option, of course, would not be to look for a beach in the city, but to buy a plane ticket and fly to the nearest resort. But not everyone can afford that. Therefore, it is worth considering places in the city itself that can be visited within a few hours or one day.

Istanbul Beaches: Kucuksu Beach, Florje Beach, Jaddebostan Beach, Yesilköy Beach. We will not consider the option to dive with a stone, bridge, embankment and other nearby, since this can be done in any place suitable for this. But you should not, of course, forget that you can do this only at your own peril and risk.

The beach located in Florya - Florya Güneş, eight hundred and forty meters long, is one of the most simple ways swim in Istanbul. The beach is located on the coast of the Sea of ​​Marmara. The entrance is paid and is about fifteen lire. It is officially open to the public until seven in the evening. The beach has a well-developed infrastructure, there are cafes, changing rooms, toilets, sun loungers, showers and umbrellas. The beach itself is made up of fine sand. You can get here from Sirkeci station by high-speed tram, this is the Sirkeci stop, if you go by train, you need to get to Florya station. Trains run very often between Florya and Sirkeci stations. If you get from Sultanahmet or Beyazit, then go to Sikerji station to get to Florea, you don't have to go, it is not necessary. You can simply walk towards the Sea of ​​Marmara to the Kumkapı or Cankurtaran train stops, respectively. And if you live in Laleli or Askar, then you also need to get to the Yenikapı stop.

Çiroz Halk Plajı - Beach in Yesilköy. The entrance to this beach is free. Here you can use toilets, showers, as well as rent sun loungers and umbrellas. The beach is six hundred and sixty meters long. You can get to this beach in the same way as to the beach in Florier. Just get off at the Yeşilköy stop.

There are also Caddebostan beaches in Istanbul - Caddebostan plaj. The beaches are located in Asia, in the Kadikoy region, that is, in the Asian part of the Sea of ​​Marmara. The beaches in this area are three two hundred and fifty meters long, three hundred and four hundred and fifty. Entry to all beaches is completely free. The local beaches in Jaddebostan have infrastructure: toilets, showers, cafes. You can also rent umbrellas and sun loungers.

To get to these beaches of Jaddebostan, you first need to get to the Kadikoy pier. It is very easy to do this with the help of water transport, from Kabatas, Eminonu, Besiktas and other places. After that, you need to take a bus from Kadikoy, which follows in the direction of Pendik along the coast. For example, buses numbered 4 and 16 follow in this direction, as well as 16 D, ER2 (to Kadikoy - ER1) and others. You will need to get off at the stops TAHRAN LİSESİ, ÇİFTE HAVUZLAR, GÖZTEPE, it all depends on which part of the beach you need to get to.

On the Asian side of the Bosphorus, there is Kucuksu Beach, next to the Kucuksu Palace. And admission to this beach is free for everyone. The beach is quite small; its length is only three hundred meters. But there are usually a lot of people here. The beach also has toilets, showers and changing cabins. In order to get to the Kucuksu beach, you first need to get to the Üskğdar - Yskudar pier. This can be done with vapors. Or along the Marmaray line. Then, in Yuskudar, you need to change to any bus numbered 15, 15M, 15KÇ, 15Y, 15 H, and then get to the stop called Küçüksu.

In addition to the above and described beaches of Istanbul, you can also sunbathe and swim in the vicinity of Istanbul.

More normal beaches are in the suburbs on the European coast of the capital, namely in the Sariyer district. Places more suitable for swimming are Rumeli Feneri, Kilyos, Demirjikoy, Kısırkaya and Gümüşdere. One of the cleanest beaches in this area is the beach located on the territory of the Uzunya Beach Club. The territory is well equipped, the infrastructure is well developed. There is also Burc Beach Club, it is the territory of the Alumni Association of the Bosphorus University, this beach is sandy. There are various water and other entertainment: bananas, catamaran, parachutes, football and volleyball. In addition, competitions are held here annually in different types sports and concerts.

On the Black Sea coast, beaches that belong to such clubs are considered more popular: Dalia Beach Club, NonStop Beach Club, Solar Beach Club and Golden Beach Club.

The huge city, washed by two seas, is an ideal place for a summer vacation. However, every tourist visiting Istanbul for the first time has a logical question: what locations are best for swimming? As you know, the city beaches of the capital of Turkey are not clean, so it is not always safe to swim in them.

Istanbul can rightfully be called the Turkish Venice. On the one hand, the city has access to the Bosphorus Strait, from the south it is washed by the Black Sea, and from the north - by the Marmara Sea. But finding a suitable beach where you can swim is not easy. Some coastal areas are not clean enough for recreation, some other beaches are reserved for the port. Before traveling to the resort, we recommend that you carefully study the list provided in this article.

Which beaches are better: urban or private

Conventionally, Istanbul beaches are divided into urban and private. Of course, closed areas with a paid entrance are considered more comfortable and suitable for recreation. Not far from the city center, you can find several municipal beaches equipped with sun loungers, showers and parking. The longest of them is Jaddebostan, located on the coast of the Sea of ​​Marmara. At the peak of the summer season, it is difficult to find a free spot here. Therefore, if you are concerned about the quality of your vacation, it is better to choose among the private coastlines, most of which are located in the northern part of Istanbul.

Istanbul city beaches

Kyuchuksu

The recreation area is located in the Asian part of Istanbul, next to the palace of the same name. Kucuksu occupies 300 meters of coastal zone and is divided into two parts. One of them is a platform equipped with the necessary beach facilities. And on the other, visitors can relax on the usual sandy coast. The entire territory of Kyuchuksu is equipped with showers and changing rooms. The only drawback is the large number of tourists. But you can visit the resort for free.

You can get to the beach by public transport or boat. First, move to the Yuskudar pier, and from there change to bus number 15, which will take you to the final stop.

Jaddebostan

Another municipal beach located on the Sea of ​​Marmara. On the territory of Jaddebostan, you will find three locations, with an area of ​​250, 300 and 450 meters. It is noteworthy that the entire beach area is characterized by high water temperatures. This is due to the fact that the water here is shallow and the water warms up very quickly. In general, all the beaches of Jaddebostan are quite clean and equipped with the necessary amenities. A picturesque view of the Princes' Islands opens right from the shores, which add additional colors to the rest.

For visiting the first beach with 500 seats, you will need to pay 10 liras. Entrance to the other two beaches, with a capacity of 500 and 100 seats, is free. There are cafes and lifeguards throughout the territory. The only drawback of Jaddebostan is its distant location. To get here from the central district of Sultanahmet, you should take a tram to the pier, then change to a ferry and follow to Kadikoy. And from there you can already get to the sunny coast by buses No. 4, 16 and 222.

Floria

In the picturesque Floria area, on the shores of the Sea of ​​Marmara, two city beaches are open to the public. The first recreation area is equipped with 200 sun loungers, 200 umbrellas, a first-aid post, changing rooms, a snack bar and a parking lot for 300 cars. The entrance to the beach is free and easy to get to. You can get to the center of Floria by bus, and from there you can walk to the coast. Interestingly, Ataturk Airport is located next to the beach. Therefore, watching the planes is one of the entertainments of its visitors.

There is a second beach nearby, where most of the city's residents come. There are already 1500 sun loungers and umbrellas for rent, as well as 228 lockers for storing things. At the peak of the summer season, you can play volleyball on a specially designated area and listen to music. This beach is cleaner and more guarded. The entrance ticket will cost 15 TL for adults and 10 for children. Children under 7 years old can visit Floria for free.

Private beaches of Istanbul

Uzunya

Recognized as one of the most beautiful places for rest in Istanbul. Uzunya is located in the European part of the city, on the shores of the Black Sea. This coastal area is distinguished by picturesque nature, beautiful views, as well as a developed entertainment structure. For vacationers, 500 umbrellas, 1000 sun loungers, a parking lot for 1000 cars and billiard tables are provided. You can have a snack in a cozy restaurant located next to the coast. There is also a separate green area for picnics.

You can visit the beach from Monday to Sunday, from 8 am to 8 pm. For the entrance ticket you will have to pay 15 liras on weekdays and 25 liras on Saturday and Sunday. You can get to the resort area from the Sariyer area along the Quylos road. When you reach the central square, turn left and follow the sign.

Suma

The well-equipped private beach offers visitors free Wi-Fi in addition to standard amenities. Suma is famous for the fact that discos and performances of performers are often held here. Therefore, most of the visitors are local youth.

Suma is open to the public every day, from 9:00 to 22:00. The entrance ticket price depends on the day of the week. On weekdays, you will leave 15 liras, and on weekends and holidays, the entrance will cost 2 times more. To get to Sumy, get off at the Haciosman metro station, then take bus 152 and get off to Gumusdere. From here you can walk to the beach in 5 minutes.

Baykus

Baikus is located near Sumy, but it is designed for tourists with completely different preferences. It is a quiet corner where some campers pitch their tents and enjoy the wild. At the same time, the beach is landscaped and equipped with the necessary services. The Baikus administration also provides a paid transfer service, which includes a trip from the hotel to the beach and back. You can relax in the resort area from 9:00 to 21:30. You can get to it in a similar way. Only at the end you need to walk along the alley to the police school, behind which is Baikus.

Dahlia

The beach area is located on the Black Sea coast. Its territory is distinguished by an abundance of picturesque gardens and areas for active recreation. Dahlia is great for families. There is a large parking lot, security, cafes and restaurants. The ticket price will cost 30 liras. Dahlia can be visited all year round from 9:00 am to 10:30 pm. You can get to the beach by bus # 151.

Beaches around Istanbul

Quillos

A small fishing village on the Black Sea coast, famous for its beautiful beaches and fish restaurants. Unlike many other resorts, Quillos is only 30 km away. from the center of Istanbul, so the journey here will not take much time.

Almost all the beaches of Quillos are paid. Entrance prices range from 15 to 40 liras. For tourists, there are sun loungers, changing cabins, hotels, cafes and sports equipment rental. Lovers wild beaches they will find here corners without infrastructure, where there is only sand and sea. But be careful, it is better not to swim in Quillos in windy weather, as currents can take you out to sea.

The most popular here is the public free beach, as well as the Solar Beach Club. The second is considered one of the cleanest and most well-groomed in Istanbul. On the beach, there are restaurants, gyms and even spas. During the day, water shows are held here, and in the evening the Solar Beach Club turns into a club center where famous DJs perform. Entrance here will cost 25 liras from Monday to Friday and 40 liras on weekends. Please note that no food or drink is allowed at Solar Beach Club. Bags are carefully checked at the entrance.

Schiele

The resort area is located near Istanbul, 70 km. from the central square. Schiele is a small suburb located on the Black Sea. Lovers of a quiet holiday will like it, as there are no large restaurants and clubs in this location. Šile is 60 km long. Of these, the first 4 km. equipped with amenities including sun loungers, cafes and swimming accessories. The rest of the coast is considered wild.

Apart from the beaches, Šile is interesting for its colorful sights. Be sure to see its main symbol - a black and white lighthouse towering on a cliff. Another asset of the resort is the Byzantine fortress located along the coast.

Entrance fees to the Schiele beaches range from 15 to 30 liras. You can only get here with transfers. First you need to take a ferry to the Yuxüdar pier, then walk to the station and take bus number 139, which will take you to Šile. In general, the trip takes 2, 5 hours, the route can be viewed on the map.

Princes' islands

Magnificent panoramas, crystal clear waters and well-maintained beaches make the Princes' Islands one of the best vacation spots in the city. There are 9 islands in total, but only 4 of them are accessible to visitors. These are Kynalyada, Heybeliada, Burgazada and Büyükada. The latter has the largest territory.

There are many summer cottages and luxury hotels on the islands. Driving into the resort is prohibited. You can only travel here by bicycles. Guests wishing to stay in the Princes' Islands for a few days should book their rooms in advance. There are never enough tourists in this place, and a visit to the beaches costs from 20 liras. To get to the Princes' Islands, you should take a boat departing from the quays of Kabatash, Kadikoy and Bostanci.

The capital of Turkey has beaches open only to women. These are Sarıyer Altınkum Beach, Florya Menekşe Beach and Beykoz Poyrazköy Beach. Women's Halal beaches in Istanbul are meant for Islamic ladies who can wear clothes here according to customs without attracting too much attention.

Do not forget to arrange a sightseeing tour before visiting the beaches. You can order exciting tours on the Sputnik website. In the catalog you will find group and individual trips, boat trips, guided visits to museums, mosques and cathedrals.

Holidays in Istanbul Is an unforgettable trip that takes place in a picturesque resort with a huge number of attractions... Istanbul is a magnificent resort where every tourist dreams of visiting. Tours to Istanbul are becoming more and more popular every year, and this is absolutely not surprising. A hospitable resort, which is completely filled with an atmosphere of cordiality and warmth, it is always ready to offer its guests many wonderful places for excursions, recreation and tourism. In this regard, all tourists who have once been here come back here again and again. Arriving in Istanbul, everyone will have an excellent opportunity to enjoy all the advantages of this wonderful resort.

Beaches in Istanbul

There is always something to do on the territory of Istanbul. But in the event that a vacation in the city is planned in the summer season, then the question of whether which beach to choose where to sunbathe and where to swim. Undoubtedly, it should be borne in mind that Istanbul is a huge city, therefore, there will not be many on the beaches of Istanbul, but a lot, especially on weekends, and the water here is not particularly clean. Also, caravans of ships in the Bosphorus and the Sea of ​​Marmara do not increase optimism. Undoubtedly the most the best option will not look for beaches here, but just take a bus or plane, and just go somewhere more pleasant for a beach holiday in Turkey. But unfortunately, not everyone and not always can afford it, if only because of time constraints. Therefore, it is necessary to consider several options for a beach holiday, within the boundaries of Istanbul, which can be visited within one day or even several hours.

Also, it is worth noting that the words "city" and "beach" in the same sentence is a paradox. But in cities like Istanbul, beach holidays are closely intertwined with the bustle of the city. Istanbul is located on the border of two continents, on the one hand it is a large metropolis, and on the other hand it is a good tourist resort. Already in 2009, 83 objects appeared here, which are officially designated as beaches. Undoubtedly, all these beaches cannot be compared with the beaches of the highest quality Mediterranean Turkish resorts. But in hot summer days, guests of the city do not have much to choose.

The main beaches include the following beaches:

Jaddebostan is ideal for those who choose a beach holiday in the Istanbul area. This is not just a suburban area, but also a generic name for several coastal areas, which are considered to be a single beach area. These beaches are located in Asia in the Kadikoy region of Istanbul, namely in the Asian part of the Sea of ​​Marmara. There are three beaches, the first has a length of 450 meters, the second - 300 meters, the third - 250 meters. All this territory is washed by the Sea of ​​Marmara, all the beaches here are sandy and perfectly clean, the waters are absolutely transparent and allow you to observe the bottom even at a distance from the coast. Like most beaches in Turkey, this is a municipal beach that you don't have to pay to enter. But it is worth noting that free admission was reflected in the level of service and the speed of cleaning the sand, after the guests, but there are no serious violations on the beach. Also, on their territory there are cafes, toilets and showers. If you wish, you can rent umbrellas and sun loungers. The most convenient and easiest way to get here is by ferry or electric train. Many tourists prefer commuter buses to Kadikoy district. Today, it is problematic for tourists to get to this district in an organized way, but if you know the way, then any serious problems will not arise. You can also take a high-speed tram to the Eminonu berths. After that, you will need to take a ferry to Kadikoy. They move at intervals of 15–20 minutes. Upon reaching Kadikoy, you will need to change to a bus with route number 4, 16, 16D, 222 or ER1. You can get off from any stop, starting from Çifte Havuzlar and further.

This is a magnificent beach located in Florier on the shores of the Sea of ​​Marmara. Its total length is 840 meters, and you will have to pay only 15 liras to enter it. Officially, it works until 7 pm, but sometimes guests stay late. The beach is clean, sandy and has a well-developed infrastructure. There are sun loungers, sun loungers, sun umbrellas, toilets, showers, changing cabins, cafes and much more. The easiest way to get to this beach is from Sirkeci train station, for this you just need to take the train and go to the Florya stop. These trains run quite often. In the event that a trip is planned from Sultanahmet or Beyazite, then in order to get here, it is absolutely not necessary to go to the Sirkeci station. It is enough just to walk towards the Sea of ​​Marmara to the stops of the Cankurtaran or Kumkapı electric trains, respectively. if your hotel is located in Aksaray or Laleli, then also to the Yenikapı stop.

Yesilkee beach, or as the locals call it - Çiroz Halk Plajı, is located on the Mramorn coast

Whoa sea. Its total length is 660 meters, on the territory of which there is good infrastructure: showers, changing cabins, sun loungers, sun umbrellas, toilets and much more. And the entrance here is absolutely free. In order to get here, you need to take a bus or train, and get off at the Yeşilköy stop, then follow the signs clearly.

This is a fairly popular sandy beach among tourists, which is located on the Asian coast of the Bosphorus. Moreover, it is worth noting that it is separated from the Hexu palace by a rivulet of the same name. Thus, relaxing on the beach can be combined with a visit to the museum, which is located on the territory of the Hexu Palace. Once, it was a bathing place for the Ottoman rulers, closed from mere mortals; now, it is a small beach, only 300 meters long. Like many other beaches, it also had its own legends and traditions. The most common of them says that Sultan Murad IV loved this place very much. This ruler became famous for conquering Baghdad and banning the use of alcohol and tobacco on the territory of the empire. This can be confirmed by the presence of nearby historical sites, erected during his reign. The entrance to the beach is free, but despite this, it is equipped with sun loungers, sun loungers, sun umbrellas, showers, changing cabins, toilets and much more. This beach is perfect for those tourists who feel confident on the water, but it is better not to bring small children here, and there are plenty of reasons for this. The most basic can be confidently attributed to a strong underwater current, which sharply increases already at a small distance from the coast, as well as a rather steep descent into the sea, categorically unsuitable for those who are uncertainly floating on the water. Today, this beach is a very popular holiday destination not only among tourists, but also among locals. In order to get to the beach, you need to use the buses. First of all, you need to get to the Yuskudar pier, and you can do this by vapur or along the Marmaray line. Then, already in Yuskudar, you need to change to bus 15, 15M, 15KÇ, 15Y, 15 H and get to the Küçüksu stop, where the beach will be located.

The beaches of the Sea of ​​Marmara

On the coast Sea of ​​Marmara there are many comfortable sandy beaches, and all of them are located in the regions of Fenerbahce and Jaddebostan. There is a rather shallow and warm sea here. The stunning view of the Princes' Islands and the line of ships that are lined up for the passage through the Bosphorus gives a special romance and flavor.

On the territory of the district Jaddebostan (Kadikoy district) on the Asian coast, there are several free city beaches. The total length of the beaches is 1 km, and they are all fully equipped for recreation: umbrellas, changing cabins, showers, parking lots and much more. In addition, public transport regularly runs here, which brings tourists.

In the event that we talk about Fenerbahce district, then there is another small paid beach, which is open every day from nine in the morning until two in the morning. A restaurant, a bar will await all guests here, a buffet is open on Sunday mornings. Also, on the Sea of ​​Marmara there are very small beaches in closed bays, and they are located on the territory of hotels in the coastal zone. It is here that you can combine a business trip and relaxation on the beach.

This is one of the most popular beaches along the Fenerbahce Bay. It is also worth noting that this is one of Istanbul's suburban beach clubs, which dictates its own pricing policy. And unlike most beaches in Turkey, where admission is free for everyone, here you have to pay for the entrance, moreover, it is worth noting that it can be safely attributed to the most expensive vacation spots on the Turkish coast. Everything here literally screams chic and luxury, from the interiors of restaurants to all kinds of entertainment areas.

The beach itself is privately owned and represents an aspiring coastline. Here you will find clean soft sand and comfortable sun loungers. The only drawback of the beach is, of course, not too gentle descent into the water, but more often than not, young children are not brought here. And for those people who prefer fresh water, a swimming pool is equipped here. There is also a restaurant of the same name, which is a symbol of this place. Here the impeccable interior, unique in its kind design, illustrates the luxury of the club. Here you can taste French and Italian cuisine. The territory of this beach very often becomes a venue for corporate parties, as well as concerts of live and club music. But it should be borne in mind that in this case, the entry price increases significantly. The beach is open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.

0 and is designed for 55 people. You can get here by high-speed tram that runs to the Eminonu berths. After that, you will have to take a ferry to Kadikoy, which runs at intervals of 15–20 minutes. Upon reaching the terminal station, you need to change to a bus with route number 4, 16, 16D, 222 or ER1. Moreover, it will already be possible to get off, starting from the stop Çifte Havuzlar and further. To get back, you need to go to the parallel Bağdad Cad street.

Black sea beaches

All the Black Sea beaches of Istanbul are located right in the suburbs on the European coast of the city, and in that case, to be more precise, in the Sariyer area. If we talk about the meta for swimming, then here they are distributed over several makhallas, namely: Rumeli Feneri, Demirjikoy, Kilyos, Gumushdere and Kysyrkaya. It is best to get to the beaches on the Black Sea coast by car, especially since the road will give you a separate pleasure, because from here you can enjoy beautiful views of the Bosphorus Bay and the bridges that lie across it. Also, old Ottoman mansions are worthy of attention.

This is one of the cleanest, Istanbul sandy beach, which is located on the territory of the Uzunya Beach Club, which is named after the district of the same name. Like many other beaches in Istanbul, this beach has a number of its own characteristics. For example, one of the most important of them can be safely attributed to the fact that the entrance to it is paid. The cost here is much lower than on other similar beaches, but the fact of payment still remains. Also, another distinctive feature of this beach is the presence of a camping and picnic area. Moreover, for such a resort as Istanbul it is a great rarity, in this regard, Turks very often choose this beach as a place for family holidays, this is especially evident on weekends. There are wooden picnic tables in a special shaded area. They love to spend time on weekends and holidays here. In that case, they ate talking about the beach itself, although it is not large in area, it is maximally open to the sun's rays. Also, it is worth noting that the rental of sun loungers and sun umbrellas is not included in the entrance price, so you will have to pay for them separately, but it is worth it, since the beach equipment is in good condition, which makes the rest on the coast as comfortable as possible. In addition to all this, here you can play billiards and backgammon, or just relax in a fish restaurant. If we talk about active rest on the beach, then it is presented here quite well. On the territory of Uzunya Beach Club, there are equipment rental points that allow you to go surfing, windsurfing and water skiing. Here, banana boating and diving are popular, and scuba diving boats periodically leave the pier to the quiet areas of the bay.

This is a magnificent sandy beach, which is located on the territory of the Bosphorus University Alumni Association. The main difference between this beach and many others in Istanbul is, of course, that you have to pay to enter here, and the fee is small, but still it is charged. Undoubtedly, all the money given will instantly pay off with excellent service, and unlike the city limits, it is whiter clean coast and by the sea. Burc Beach Club has been an official vacation spot for students of the University of the Bosphorus for a huge number of years, so, regardless of the season, Istanbul youth fill at least a third of all sun loungers and sun loungers, and this should also be taken into account. Also, it will be interesting to note that the student atmosphere is manifested here not only by endless parties and open-air discos - the beach has made a name for itself as a venue for annual beach volleyball competitions, as well as a number of other sports. Once a month, part of the coast is given over to a mobile stage, where all kinds of concerts with live music are held. In that case, if we talk about entertainment, there are many different types outdoor activities: water skiing and banana boating, catamarans, parachutes, volleyball and football. In addition to all this, there are clubs for windsurfing and paragliding. In addition to the sand strip, the beach also has a 1400 square meter terrace. It offers parking, a fish restaurant and a bar. In order to get here, you need to move from the Sariyer area in the direction of Quillos, and then follow the signs for Gümüşdere and Burch Beach. On weekends, a special Bosphorus University bus runs here regularly.

Entrance fee - 25 liras(Monday to Friday), 35 TL (Saturday and Sunday).

It is a popular sandy beach, also called Dalia Beach, which is located on the Black Sea coast. It was created in 2002, and during this time the most developed infrastructure for recreation has appeared here. The entrance to the beach is paid, unlike many others. The cost is symbolic, moreover, it will instantly pay off with the purest sand and one of the most modern holiday destinations not only in the vicinity of Istanbul. It is worth noting that this beach can be confidently classified as one of those few coastal holiday destinations that actively use all modern technological advances to maximize the comfort of tourists. Thus, absolutely in any corner of the beach, even in the most distant from the center, absolutely free Internet will be caught. In that case, if we talk about outdoor activities, then here it is represented here by windsurfing and surfing, water skiing, as well as boat trips and yachts along the coast. Along the coast there are many restaurants of national and European cuisine, bars with soft drinks and green areas. Also, there are terraces with bike paths, palm trees and comfortable benches. The beach is open from 08.00 to 18.00.

Entrance cost- 25 TL (Monday to Friday), 35 TL (Saturday and Sunday).

NonStop Beach Club is an elite vacation spot in Istanbul, and you will have to pay for the entrance not only for the entrance, but also for all services. On this beach, each member of the club receives a club card for 300 liras, which gives the right to visit the beach an unlimited number of times during the season. This card includes unlimited access to the coast, as well as the ability to use sun loungers and changing cabins, everything else - for separate money. If we talk about entertainment, then everything here has a certain elitism. Here you can very often see snow-white yachts and pleasure boats. Among the active sports there are diving, surfing, water skiing and much more. Restaurants, hotels and dance floors are nearby. To get here, you need to take a bus that runs from Kabatas (# 25E), Taksim (# 25T) or Besiktas (# 40B), subject to a change in Sariyer. You need to get off at the Quillos Merkez stop, from where you will have to walk 200-300 meters to the beach. You can visit the beach every day from 09.00 to 19.00 hours.

Solar Beach Club is one of the largest beaches not only in Istanbul, but throughout Turkey, which is located on the Black Sea coast. It is deservedly considered one of the best beaches near Istanbul. The beach is 1 km long, on the territory of which there are more than 2000 sun loungers, shops, a sports center, a restaurant, a bar and much more. The entrance to the beach is paid, but for the required amount you can purchase a card, which is a subscription for unlimited visits to the beach during the entire tourist season. A lot of both tourists and locals rest here. Here you can rent sports equipment, and a few years ago, a surf club and spa were opened here. It is always noisy and fun, and during the daytime there are all kinds of performances on the water, competitions on jet skis, and in the evening the beach turns into a big party with loud music and a DJ. You can get to the beach any day of the week, from 09.00 to 19.00. To get here on weekends, just take a shuttle bus that departs from Taksim Square at 9:00, 10:00 and 11:00, return flights can be carried out at 18:00 and 19:00. Also, you can get here by bus from Sariyer, N 151. The road will take only 30-35 minutes.

This is a stunning Golden Sand Beach where you can stay overnight. This is one of the few beaches that is attached directly to the hotel. The eponymous hotel offers its tourists either comfortable rooms with all amenities, or a bungalow directly on the beach. Both the first and second options are popular. The entrance to the beach is paid, free entry provided for hotel guests only. Also, it offers a variety of water activities and extreme recreation. There is also water skiing, surfing and much more, depending on the needs of the vacationers. The best way to get here is by car. If, however, go here by public transport, then you need to get to the beaches in Quilos, and then you can take buses from Kabatas, Taksim and Besiktas, making a change in Sariyer. Next, you need to change at the Quillos Merkez stop, from there you will have to walk 200-300 meters.

Sile and Agva beaches are one of the most popular beaches in all of Turkey, located on the outskirts of Istanbul. They are quite beautiful, wide and long, because the total length is 72 km. For a long time they were considered wild, and like all the beaches of Turkey, now, they are only at the stage of active development. There is gradually emerging entertainment infrastructure, now it is possible to rent sun loungers or umbrellas. The only disadvantage of the beach is the distance from the city center, as they are located north of Uskudar. You can get here by buses No. 139 (in ile) and No. 139A (in ile and Ava), which depart from the Harem bus station. Buses run from 6.30 am to 00.00 am, if we talk about bus No. 139, and from 00:00 am to 20:30 pm, if we are talking about bus No. 139A.

Bosphorus beaches

Considering that the Bosphorus is a strait, there are also a lot of beaches on its shores. But first of all, it should be noted the Senela Beach Club, which is located on the shores of the Tarabi Bay, exactly where the confluence of the Bosphorus and the Black Sea is located. This beach can be confidently attributed to the unique beaches of Turkey. It appeared not so long ago, and thanks to the views that open up on the coast, this club has a stable popularity, and not only among tourists from all over the world, but also among local residents. Also, on the beach there is a fairly large terrace, which is actively used as an observation deck with beautiful views of both the Black Sea and the Bosphorus. Another advantage of this beach is, of course, the restaurant, which is built on the same terrace. According to most tourists, this restaurant is one of the best in the vicinity of Istanbul, the specificity of which is French cuisine. In that case, if we talk about entertainment, then there are quite large opportunities for active water recreation, even though the beach itself is small. The entire beach is lined with umbrellas, sun loungers, changing cabins, showers and sports equipment rentals. Windsurfing and diving are especially popular here.

Princes' Islands beaches

The Princes' Islands is one of the favorite places for the locals of Istanbul. Also, this place has another name, namely the Adalar region. There is incredibly clean air and complete silence. Also, it should be noted that there are practically no cars here, and only horse-drawn carriages and bicycles are used for transportation. There are several quite comfortable and beautiful beaches here.

Yörük Ali is one of the largest beaches, with more than 1,500 seating capacity, located right at the base of Dil Burnu Cape, on Büyükada Island (the largest island in the archipelago). Like all other beaches in Istanbul and Turkey in general, this beach boasts its own unique features. And the most important of the bottom is, of course, the size of the sandy coast and its capacity. In that case, according to Turkish travel companies, it can accommodate 1,500 people at the same time. In connection with all this, there is a huge number of sun umbrellas and sun loungers on the beach, the rent of which is not too high, especially if you compare prices with all kinds of country private clubs. Do not forget that this beach, like everyone else in Turkey, is absolutely free in terms of entry, but you will have to pay for everything else. It is also worth noting that Yörük Ali does not belong to any of the hotels on the island, but some hotels are located along its sandy territory, and they are designed primarily for those who come here for more than one day. In addition to modest hotels near the beach, tourists can also rent bungalows, which are located right on the sand. Undoubtedly, they will not have any modern conveniences, but it will help to retire with the nature of Turkey. It is very easy to get here from the Heybeliada Islands from the European side of Istanbul, either by "sea bus" or by ferry. Ferries and "sea buses" make regular flights to the Princes' Islands, which sail right in front of the final stop of the high-speed tram - Kabatas. On average, the journey will take 1 hour 35 minutes, "sea buses" move a little faster. Also, there is another option "sea taxi", which can be taken from the pier in Eminonu. The trip will take only 50 minutes and will cost 200 liras.

Price rent of an umbrella and sun lounger - 20 liras.

It is the oldest beach on the second largest island of the Princes' Islands, called Heybeliada, which is located right at the Cape of Mill. Many years ago it was called Sadykbey. The age of this beach is determined by the period of time that has passed since the moment the tourist infrastructure was born here. For several decades, this beach was a favorite vacation spot among tourists from all over the world, as well as among local residents, and it gained its fame thanks to the fact that the founder of the Turkish Republic, Kemal Ataturk, rested here at one time. Also, it is worth noting that this beach differs from other beaches in Turkey in that you have to pay for the entrance, and the cost of payment will depend on some factors. Thus, the payment can increase during especially busy hours on the beach, as well as on weekends, and you need to be prepared for this. On weekdays and on Saturday, you will have to pay 20 liras to enter, and 30 liras on Sunday. Also, do not forget that the cost of the entrance ticket justifies the quality of the service, thus, the beach deservedly has the status of one of the most popular holiday destinations not only on the Princes' Islands, but also in Istanbul itself. In that case, if we talk about the range of opportunities for recreation here, then the beach can be confidently called universal. All those who love active rest, as well as those who prefer a quiet pastime on the warm sand and swimming in the sea, will feel great here. It is very easy to get here from the Heybeliada Islands from the European side of Istanbul, either by "sea bus" or by ferry. Ferries and "sea buses" make regular flights to the Princes' Islands, which sail right in front of the final stop of the high-speed tram - Kabatas. On average, the journey will take 1 hour 35 minutes, "sea buses" move a little faster. Also, there is another option "sea taxi", which can be taken from the pier in Eminonu. The trip will take only 50 minutes and will cost 200 liras.

Kalpazankaya beach is located on the smallest of the Princes' Islands accessible by public transport, the island of Burguzada, not far from the restaurant of the same name and the cliff. This beach is rarely mentioned in travel reviewers, but it has its own unique atmosphere. Like many other beaches in Istanbul and the whole country, it is partially isolated from all sorts of noisy entertainment areas located nearby, while the rest of the beach is a modern place for spending free time. In that case, if we talk about the translation of the name, then it means "rock of a thief", but now there are no thieves or any swindlers, and the place itself has become a romantic corner, which is surrounded by rocks from strong winds. The sand on the beach is bright yellow, and it is always perfectly clean, even though it has not yet received any distinctive marks for its cleanliness and quality of service. Also, do not forget about the isolation of the beach from strong winds; all fans of surfing and other active water sports that require waves should not go here. Pleasure boats and yachts with scuba divers regularly sail from here. Near the beach there is a terrace, part of which is a fish restaurant. It is very easy to get here from the Heybeliada Islands from the European side of Istanbul, either by "sea bus" or by ferry. Ferries and "sea buses" make regular flights to the Princes' Islands, which sail right in front of the final stop of the high-speed tram - Kabatas. On average, the journey will take 1 hour 35 minutes, "sea buses" move a little faster. Also, there is another option "sea taxi", which can be taken from the pier in Eminonu. The trip will take only 50 minutes and will cost 200 liras.

Entrance cost- 10 TL (Monday to Friday), 15 TL (Saturday and Sunday).

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