Antalya Vacation Guide

Guide to Lara Beach

If you are a regular in Antalya, you probably know Lara very well. But if you are new to the region, you should know that Lara Beach, located east of Antalya’s old town, is one of the most visited beaches in the whole Antalya province.

The beach is especially famous for its upscale beachfront hotels, which are some of the best rated hotels in Turkey, making Lara a favorite destination for beach vacations in the summer.

This beautiful sandy beach with clear water is especially popular with families. With its gorgeous backdrop, Lara Beach is even a beloved location for unique beach weddings in Antalya.

What Can I Do on Lara Beach?
Lara Beach on the Turkish Riviera is the perfect destination for a short beach break in Antalya. It’s the closest beach to the Antalya Airport and therefore quick and easy to reach.

Lara is 15 km long, but only 2 km on the west side are public areas. The rest is owned by 5 star resorts, and some of them are the best places to stay in Antalya and in all of Turkey.

Every year Lara Beach attracts visitors from all over the world with its kilometers of light brown sand, clear turquoise waters, and some of the best beach resorts in Turkey, almost all of which are 5-star hotels that offer all-inclusive service.

The western beach section is public and free of charge. There are amenities such as showers, restrooms, changing rooms, as well as sunbeds and umbrellas for a fee.

Lara Beach is a Blue Flag destination. The water is crystal clear and, compared to Konyaaltı Beach west of Antalya, warmer and calmer. It stays shallow for a long way out. Its sandy beach is clean and caters to all kinds of activities.

Beach Activities
Lara Beach offers wonderful opportunities for all kinds of beach & water activities. You can enjoy activities such as paragliding, kitesurfing, windsurfing, jet skiing, and catamaran or banana boat rides. Children can have fun on various playgrounds.

A number of beach clubs offer a variety of food and drinks and are a hotspot for nightlife. There is also a beach promenade with a public barbecue area, a cart track, and much more. In the vicinity you can find restaurants, cafés, and shops.