What are the most beautiful beaches in Istanbul?

During the Summer Istanbul is a little quieter, there is less congestion because many Istanbulians take refuge on the south coast. In addition to the historical parts of the city, you may be tempted to enjoy a day at the beach for a day trip. 

For those of us who live in Istanbul, it is a real pleasure to be able to enjoy the sea which is only twenty kilometers from the hustle and heat of the city center. The Northern part of Istanbul is still very wild with forests, beaches, and small villages.

The peninsula is bordered by the Black Sea and offers large sandy beaches. These beaches are still  unknown to travelers as very few are mentioned in conventional guides

Our selection of the best beaches in Istanbul :

GOGA BEACH

Located on land belonging to the University of Boğaziçi, the beach has everything you need for a great day out with family and friends. It covers 1500 square meters, with a bar in the middle, a café and a restaurant. GOGA organizes concerts and other events throughout the summer. The beach has a capacity of 1,200 people.

Getting there: shuttle buses run from Mecidiyeköy (7:30 a.m.) via Zincirlikuyu (7:40 a.m.), Maslak (7:50 a.m.), Hacıosman (8:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.) and Çayırbaşı (8:15 a.m.). Return at 5:30pm to Hacıosman and 7:30pm to Mecidiyeköy. To contact the driver: +90 533 094 19 56

Admission: 400 TL weekdays; 600 TL weekends and public holidays + 80 TL round-trip shuttle bus.
Address: Gümüşdere, Yaprak Sk. 41/1 , Sarıyer, İstanbul
Website: GOGA Beach
Telephone: +90 541 135 20 71

SOLAR BEACH

The beach combines everything to have a great day with your family or your friends. It extends over 1km. There are some good restaurants, bars and many stores next to the beach.

Getting there: shuttles are available to get you there. You’ll find them just outside the Hacıosman metro stop. It’s important to know that you need to book (+90 533 671 95 53) in advance, and that the return trip is at 6pm. The trip costs 100 TL each way.

Admission: 400 TL weekdays; 600 TL weekends.
Address: Kumköy, Kilyos cad. no 32/34, Sarıyer, İstanbul
Website: Solar Beach
Phone: +90 212 201 19 19 / +90 533 967 46 71

UZUNYA BEACH

Located in a small cove this beach is absolutely charming. Here the atmosphere is familial and quiet. It is the perfect spot to relax by the sand or the grass. There is also a really good fish and mezes restaurant that you have to try.

Getting there: Unfortunately, there is no shuttle or bus that will take you there, the more convenient will be to take a taxi.

Admission: 400 TL en semaine; 600 TL le weekend.
Address: Demirci Koy Mahallesi, Plaj Yolu Caddesi, Uzunya, Kilyos, Sarıyer, Istanbul, 34450 Zekeriyaköy Village/Sarıyer, Istanbul
Website: Kilyos Uzunya Beach

BUYUKADA BELTUR BEACH

Büyükada’s newest beach venue is the Büyükada Beltur Beach and Café, which opened on 22 July 2022. Admission to the beach is free for children up to the age of 7, with a 50% discount for children aged between 7 and 12.

It is forbidden to bring outside food and drink to Buyukada Beltur beach, but many different products are available from the café.

Transport: Büyükada public beach can be reached in 40 minutes from Bostancı pier, directly via the Beltur mobile app, or by sea, travelling with City Lines, Mavi Marmara and Prens Tur. The journey takes 40 minutes from Bostancı, 20 minutes from Maltepe and 1 hour and 10 minutes from Kadıköy.

Entrance fee: 350 TL on weekdays; 550 TL at weekends, including public transport.
Address: Büyükada Maden Mahallesi Aya Nikola Yolu No.48/B Adalar, 34970 Büyükada/İstanbul, İstanbul
Website: Beltur Plajı

NOYA BEACH – KINALIADA

Noya Beach, formerly known as Kamo’s Beach Club, in Ayazma Bay, which is located in the back part of Kınalıada, is among the most popular beaches on the island. The establishment, also known as Ayazma Beach, also has a swimming pool. There is also a restaurant in the area where the beach is sandy and the sea is stony in places.

Transport: After reaching the island of Kınalı by regular ferries, you can use Noya Beach’s free boat services, electric taxis, or walk 20 minutes to reach the beach.

Entrance fee: 600 TL on weekdays; 800 TL at weekends.
Address: Kınalıada, Kınalı Çarşı Cd. No:23, 34977 Adalar/İstanbul
Website: Noya Beach

ADA BEACH CLUB

Ada Beach Club, one of Heybeliada’s most popular beaches, is a luxury resort set in a bay surrounded by pine trees. There are sandy beaches, grassy areas and piers for sunbathing on the beach. The Ada Beach Club, which also offers a private lodge service, organises activities such as beach volleyball and mini-golf.

Transport: Ada Beach is very easy to get to. They pick you up from Heybeliada pier every half hour with their own boats and take you to Ada Beach free of charge. You can return with the same boat at certain times of the evening.

Entrance fee: 500 TL daily.
Address: Heybeliada, Çam Limanı Yolu, 34973 Adalar/İstanbul
Website: Ada Beach Club

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