The Most Beautiful Public Beaches in İzmir and Its Surroundings

Spring and summer are vibrant seasons in nearly every city and district of the Aegean Region. İzmir, the jewel of our region, has never lost its touristic appeal from past to present. İzmir and its surrounding districts and towns have always been favorite vacation spots for many. There are numerous natural beauties that make İzmir and its surroundings attractive, especially the sea, beaches, and nightlife. İzmir is such a holiday hub that you can easily reach all the nearby resorts by bus or dolmuş. There are many lively and entertaining beaches in and around İzmir, so you may want to consider not just the beaches in central İzmir but also those in the surrounding areas. So, which are the most popular and easily accessible beaches around İzmir?

Çeşme Ilıca

When it comes to İzmir, one of the first districts that come to mind is undoubtedly Çeşme. Çeşme is very close to İzmir, making it a frequently chosen location for those planning a vacation in İzmir. Çeşme Ilıca Public Beach is a delightful place where you can swim, sunbathe, and take an evening walk on the beach with your family. To reach this beach, you can take any of the buses from İzmir to Çeşme. Additionally, ESHOT's 760 Urla-Çeşme buses also go along this route.

Çeşme Altınkum

Another popular beach in Çeşme is Altınkum. With its sea and golden sands, Altınkum is a beach that you won't forget once you've visited. You can easily reach this beach from İzmir with your family or a group of friends, rent sunbeds, swim, sunbathe, and meet your food and drink needs from the affordable cafes in the area. To get there, simply take the Altınkum minibuses from Çeşme center.

Seferihisar Akkum

If you want to swim and sunbathe against the stunning view of Akkum, you should visit Seferihisar Akkum Beach. However, since it is small and has limited capacity, it's beneficial to go a bit early if you plan to visit this beach. Especially during spring and summer, the beach gets very crowded, so arriving early will allow you to comfortably enjoy its amenities. To reach the beach, first take the Seferihisar buses and then the minibuses that go directly to Sığacık.

Dalyan Kocakarı

Dalyan Kocakarı Beach, known for its proximity to İzmir, is one of the popular beaches that hasn't lost its appeal. It's just a 15-minute minibus ride from Çeşme center. With water temperatures ideal for swimming, Dalyan Kocakarı Beach is frequently preferred by families. The beach has a small, charming sandy area, and there are plenty of shops around to meet your needs.

Urla Çeşmealtı Mavi Beach

Also known as Çeşmealtı Beach, Urla Çeşmealtı Mavi Beach stands out as one of the most frequently chosen beaches with its magnificent sea and lively atmosphere. The seabed is pebbly, so you need to be a bit careful when entering the water. However, the beach offers a very fun and colorful atmosphere. You can reach the beach from Urla center with the 738 bus. Alternatively, you can also take the minibuses from İnciraltı Neighborhood Garage. Since it's close to İzmir, it's one of the most preferred beaches by the locals for weekend trips.

Mordoğan Ardıç Beach

Mordoğan Ardıç Beach, preferred by those who want a quieter, more peaceful holiday intertwined with nature compared to other beaches, has become popular in recent years due to its pristine nature. You can see many types of fish in the sea. Besides enjoying the sea, you can sit at the fish restaurants in the area and taste delicious fish dishes. Reaching Mordoğan Ardıç Beach is very easy. You can take the 761 Urla-Karaburun bus from Urla or choose the minibuses from İnciraltı Neighborhood Garage.

Eski Foça Public Beach

Located in the center of Eski Foça, this popular beach has never lost its popularity from past to present. You can fully enjoy the sea at this beach, where you can see large crowds during spring and summer. Since it's close to İzmir, it also attracts a lot of attention from İzmir residents on weekends. To reach the beach, take the İZBAN to Hatundere and then the 744 bus.

Çandarlı Public Beach

Çandarlı Public Beach stands out with its cute and friendly appearance, making it an ideal spot for families. Çandarlı, with its castle and market that you can enjoy strolling around, has its own unique beauty and charm. At the public beach, you can swim and sunbathe to your heart's content and easily meet your needs from the shops around. To reach the beach, you need to take the 837 Dikili bus from Aliağa İZBAN.

Dikili Municipal Public Beach

The blue-flagged Dikili Municipal Public Beach is located in the center of Dikili. Especially in recent years, the dedicated efforts have made the beach much more attractive. Therefore, it has become one of the new favorite beaches for many people from İzmir and nearby settlements. If you want to visit Dikili Municipal Public Beach, which gets very crowded on weekends, you can take the 837 bus from Aliağa İZBAN. You can also reach the area by minibuses that depart from the region.