The 100 Best Beaches in the World

Bora Bora is a group of islands located in the western part of the Society Islands, one of thirteen French administered territories outside of France. This beautiful, worldwide known tourist destination is located in the middle of the Pacific ocean. ...

Source d’Argent  beach is located on the La Digue island of Seychelles. This beach is really unique and amazing. The beach is covered with white powdery sand, the water entrance is pretty shallow and calm and the warm water is ideal for swimming. Wha...

Whitehaven Beach is located in the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. It is a beach with incredibly white sand glazing all over the place in the combination with clear turquoise water. You will probably be able to see sea turtles along with the other o...

Navagio Beach, also known as Shipwreck Beach, is found on the west coast of Zakynthos island – the southernmost of the Ionian Islands in Greece. The beach lies in an exposed cove that can only be reached by boat. Aside from the obvious shipwreck in t...

Playa del amor also known as the “hidden beach” is located on the pacific coast near San Patricio, about 300km from Guadalajara in Mexico. This amazing sand beach is situated in the crater-like cave, and is basically under the ground level. There are...

El Nido is a municipality on Palawan island, Philippines. It’s known for breathtaking lagoons, big green cliffs, caves, waterfalls and gorgeous beaches. All of this makes El Nido one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the area. There are ...

Honopu beach, located on the Hawaiian island of Kaua’i. This beach is located in Honopu valley  which is isolated and is not accessible by land. This is one of the beaches you’ve probably already seen even though you don’t know about it. Many Hollywo...

Stiniva Beach is a wild beach on Vis island, Croatia. White, blazing pebbles cover the whole beach. The water on Stiniva beach is clear and pure blue. It is a little cove surrounded by high, steep cliffs, so it is better to access it by the sea than ...

Railay West beach is the main beach on the Thailand peninsula of Railay. The golden sands of Railay West beach are patrolled by lifeguards during the summer months, so it is no surprise that the beach is considered child-friendly. There is no need to...

Starfish beach is located in Bocas del Toro province in Panama. Starfish beach, also known as Playa de Estrellas is very popular because it’s inhabited by big orange starfish. These beautiful giants calmly swimming in the shallow turquoise water are ...

Praia Dona Ana is a charming beach located in Lagos, Portugal. This is the place to bring your kids for a swim and spend some quality time in the sun. Praia Dona Ana provides a lifeguard service for its visitors during the summer season. The beach is...

Praia do Sancho is located in Pernambuco, Brasil. The beach is covered in beautiful white sand that meets crystal clear turquoise water. Landscape is breathtaking, the beach is surrounded by hills which are covered in vegetation. Tourists like taking...

Maldives' Cocoa island, located just 40 minutes from Male's airport, is the ideal destination for luxury Water Villas, private beaches, a coral reef, diving and snorkeling, and a relaxing Como Shambhala Spa. It is situated on Makunufushi, the souther...

Nungwi Beach is located on the Zanzibar’s northernmost tip on the island of Unguja in Tanzania. The soft white sand and a beautiful calm water is a perfect blend of modern and traditional. Near the beach is Serengeti National Park which has endless s...

Awaroa beach is situated in the Awaroa bay in New Zealand. Awaroa is also known as the “People’s Beach”, after about 39000 natives bought this privately-held stretch of land in 2016 and made it one of the beautiest public beaches in New Zealand. Awar...

Playa Manuel Antonio is located in the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica within the Manuel Antonio National Park. The beach is rich with biodiversity. Visitors may explore the rainforest or go birdwatching. The waters are pristine clear and blue. T...

Baga beach is located in the Indian seaside town of the same name in North Goa. This sandy beach is one of the liveliest and most visited destinations due to a dazzling nightlife with signature places such as Britto’s, Titto’s and Mambos. The beach w...

Turquoise Bay is located on the west coast of Australia near the Exmouth town. There are lovely white sand beaches with the beautiful turquoise sea. The beach is famous for snorkeling because it is rich with corals and a variety of attractive sea fau...

Pink Sand Beach is located on Barbuda island in the Caribbean. It is listed as one of the best destinations for holidays. Its unique pink sand which is a mixture of corals and white sand attracts many tourists. Barbuda has a small population, so if y...

What gives Agiba beach a unique appeal and popularity is the fact that its white sandy shores are fully untouched, making it a lovely virgin beach. For the sake of preserving this appeal, you won't find many man-made attractions in the area. This fea...

Kenya’s Diani beach is definitely one of the most beautiful on the coasts of Africa. With its pristine natural beauty and almost never ending list of activities to enjoy, it's hard to imagine that Diani Beach could leave anyone disappointed. While th...

Black Sand Beach is located near the capital city of Reykjavik on the South Coast of Iceland. This striking beach with pitch black sand creates a wonderful contrast against the white foam of the water. Rejnisfjara, the name in Icelandic, was natural...

With its unique position, Inland Sea beach has developed a rather astonishing ecosystem, combining both aspects of the desert dunes and sea front views. The shores of Inland Sea beach are rich with natural and cultural history. Regarding the nature a...

Playa Grande offers both a calming and an exhilarating experience for its visitors. This is due to the fact that the waters here are very calm close to shore, but the further you go, the wilder they get. This makes Playa Grande a good spot for surfin...

Seagrass bay is one of the most luxurious and elite destinations on Fiji islands. This bay is located on the western edge of the Fiji islands, on the island named Laucala. Only the decadents of the 5 star resort which contains 25 beautiful villas loc...

Paradise beach is located on the west side of Corfu island, only 19 kilometers from Paleokastritsa town, Greece. It is also known as Chomi beach. This gorgeous sandy beach is a hidden gem of Corfu island, and can only be accessed by boat. It is widel...

Negril beach is a gorgeous sandy beach in the westernmost part of Jamaica. Only 15 kilometres away from the Jamaican town of Negril, this beach is like something out of a dream. It is said to have been ruled by pirates back in the day, however nowada...

Flamenco beach is one of the most popular beaches in the Caribbean sea. This beach is often ranked as one of the best beaches in the world. In 2016 Flamenco beach was awarded with the Blue flag. Along the beach you can find and observe rusty tanks US...

Pileh Lagoon is located on the island of Koh Phi Phi Leh, which itself is just south of the main island of Koh Phi Phi. Unlike its more famous counterpart, Maya Bay, Pileh lagoon remains open to the public. Which is just as well since its pristine em...

Clifton beaches are located near Cape Town in South Africa. There are four beaches named in a very creative way: 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th. These beaches are separated with big granite boulders. Each of these beaches has its own benefits and visitors. Fi...

Vaeroy island is littered with many small beaches all along its coast. What makes the beaches of Vaeroy island is the high contrast between the tall and dark cliff sides and rocks with the white sands and turquoise waters of the beaches. This, when p...

Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona is sitting on the northern coast of Colombia, only 30 minutes from Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia. This is a vast National Park consisting of approximately 150 square kilometres of land and more than 30 kilometres of...

Spanning an impressive 10 kilometers, it is not hard to tell where Long beach gets its name from. The beach is part of the Long Beach Unit, which makes up one of three sections of the Pacific Rim National Park. The beach also goes by the name “the Su...

If you're looking for a sandy beach in Dubai that is ideal for family, friends and fitness gurus, search no more, Kite Beach Dubai is ideal place for you. The beach offers endless sights of open white sand, fitness areas, a beach library, kids facili...

If you enjoy long walks, you will most likely enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of Keem Bay. While in the past there was a lively summer village called Bunowna next to the beach. Nowadays, it is abandoned and a prime subject for exploration. There is als...

Copacabana beach is one of the most well-known beaches in Brasil, located in the south zone of Rio de Janeiro. The beach is a beautiful stretch of white sand with gorgeous mountains and ocean which is why the area got the nickname “A Princesinha do M...

Zlatni Rat is located in Bol on the south coast of the island of Brač in Croatia. Awarded with the Blue Flag with lifeguard supervision, the beach is loved by adventurers, couples and families with children. The beach is formed by deposition of pebbl...

Durdle Door is found on the south coast of England, approximately 40 kilometres away from Bournemouth, UK. It is known for being home to one of the most famous stone arches in the world. The limestone arch is said to have been formed 10,000 years ago...

Cossies Beach, also known as Coconut Beach is a tropical paradise getaway located in Cocos (Keeling) Islands in Australia. The beach is completely covered in white and soft sand and the water is perfectly clear and blue. Along with the coconut palm t...

The island of Nusa Penida is home to many stunning beaches. The mentioned beaches usually fall in one of two categories. They either fall into the category of a purely sightseeing beach, or a regular beach for fun summer activities. This is due to th...

Le Morne Public Beach is located on the south-west part of Mauritius island, 25 kilometers from Black River Gorges National Park. The soft white sand combined with the super clear ocean water makes for a true tropical haven. It is highly praised as m...

Mermerli beach is located in Antalya city in Turkey. The pebbly beach has a stunning view of the gorgeous Mediterranean Sea and being a part of a secluded area creates a lovely serene atmosphere. Mermerli beach is of great importance for Antalya reso...

The main appeal, aside from its turquoise waters, is the fact that Astola beach is very remote. But this appeal quickly becomes a hurdle as the beach is only accessible via boat. This means that you have to plan ahead and pack everything that you mig...

Located in the center of Tossa de Mar in Spain, Playa Gran is a very popular and photographed beach. The beach is covered with gravel and rocks. It is favored by families with kids. It is also suitable for people with special needs. There are lifegua...

Spanning around 8 kilometers makes Bavaro beach the largest beach in Punta Cana. What attracts most visitors to Bavaro beach is the fact that it is lined with adult only resorts. This makes it a good spot for romantic getaways. Adding to this is the ...

Hidden Beach is located in El Nido on Palawan Island in Philippines. This hidden gem surrounded by limestone rocks formations got its name due to its concealed location which visitors can access by climbing through a narrow opening. The beach offers ...

Pasjača beach is one of the most popular Croatian beaches on Instagram. This fact is not at all surprising when you keep in mind the beauty of the rocks that surround Pasjača. This makes it somewhat inaccessible, as you first have to climb 250 meters...

Ein Bokek Beach is located in the city of the same name along the coast of the Dead Sea in Israel. This gorgeous sandy coastline mixed with salt and mud patches offer a unique experience swimming in the water which has healing properties. Near the be...

Tulum beach is located in the Town Tulum in southern Mexico. Along this beach you can find plenty of beautiful hotels and resorts that make Tulum famous. Although they are all blended together, actually there are several beaches lined one next to ano...

South Beach is a famous beach in Miami Beach island city, accessed from mainland Miami by multiple bridges. It is known for being a beautiful beach for the young and fun-loving people during the day, and a rich, glamorous scene during the night. It a...

Pink Sands Beach is one of the most distinctive beaches you will encounter, and you can find it on Harbour Island in The Bahamas. Approximately 3 miles in length, this unusual beach will surely take your breath away. Its colour comes from microscopic...

The coastal city of Da Nang is lined with many stunning beaches, among which the most popular one is MyKhe beach. The mentioned beach is one of Vietnam's most famous beaches. This stems not only from its beauty, but also from the abundance of histori...

Porto Giunco beach is located near the Villasimius town on the south-eastern part of Sardinia. The beach is a stretch of a soft light sand enclosed within a lagoon with crystal blue water. The entrance to the water is gradual so families with kids wi...

Turtle beach is a wildlife reserve which, as the name suggests, is an egg laying and preservation spot for turtles. With a shoreline spanning 30 kilometers in length, Turtle beach provides plenty of space for turtle watching and other beach activitie...

Maya Placencia beach is known for its tranquil atmosphere. This makes Maya Placencia beach a good spot for those who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. As the waters here are very calm, they make Maya Placencia beach a good...

Phra Nang beach is set in Thailand’s province of Krabi. If you are traveling with a pet, feel free to come to the sandy shores of Phra Nang beach, as they are dog-friendly. If you like exploring more secluded areas with unique history, you can explor...

A common and fun activity at Umluj beach is snorkeling. It is so popular that visitors often rent boats just so they can venture out and snorkel. The activity owes its popularity to the collar reefs that line the seabed of Umluj beach and the sea lif...

Widely regarded as one of the best beaches in China, Yalong Bay has a bit of something for everyone. From its pristine natural beauty to its upscale beachside resorts, you’ll be hard-pressed not to have a good time here. Lovers of golf will be happy ...

Calabar beach is secluded from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reachable only via boat. This sort of atmosphere makes it a good spot for a relaxing and quiet getaway. As relaxing as it may be, Calabar beach also offers a good environment f...

Maldives' Landaa Giraavaru resort offers idyllic views of the Indian Ocean, nestled on a 44-acre unspoiled island in the Baa Atoll World Biosphere Reserve, just 35 minutes by seaplane from Male. With 102 expansive beach and water bungalows and villas...

Gokarna beach is located in the city of the same name in Karnataka, India. The beach is a part of a Gokarna town which is known as one of the seven Hindu pilgrimage centres where people offer worship and prayers to god Shiva. Gokarna beach consists o...

Haeundae Beach is one of Korea’s most famous beaches, and for good reason. From its breathtaking morning walks to its beachside tug of war games, its white sands have plenty of activities to keep you occupied. If the beach itself isn't enough, there ...

Playa de la Concha is a popular beach located in San Sebastian city in Basque Country, northern Spain. This is a half sandy, half concrete beach. Playa de la Concha is suitable for families with kids due to the shallow entrance in the sea and fine sa...

Varadero Beach is situated on the Hicacos Peninsula east of Cuba’s city of Havana. Long stretches of sand overlooking the glistening turquoise water and untouched nature make this place a unique tropical destination. The beach offers, among many wate...

Hiriketiya beach is a part of Hiriketiya Bay near the Dickwella town on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This golden sandy beach with palm trees and a gorgeous view of the turquoise water belonging to the horseshoe-shaped bay is a hidden gem. Hiriket...

For animal lovers, Sun Bay beach is a good spot to see some of the local wildlife. There is a local herd of wild horses that visit Sun Bay beach, usually during the afternoon hours. Seeing the herd in its natural habitat can be very picturesque. This...

Beach de la baie des Milliardaires is located in Antibes on French Riviera. It is accessible through a small path which connects the beach to avenue Mlle Beaumont. The beach is covered mostly with pebbles and gravel, with sharp rocks here and there. ...

Located on Aruba island, Eagle Beach is a well known resort that will make your vacation unforgettable. With its white sand and clear turquoise water the beach stands for one of the most photographed ones. Families with their kids often go camping on...

Koekohe Beach, also known as Moeraki Boulders Beach, is a smooth sandy beach in south-east New Zealand. Only 4 kilometres away from the small town of Hampden, New Zealand. What separates this Koekohe from other sandy beaches are the Moeraki Boulders....

A fun fact about Yonaha Maehama beach is that it annually hosts the “Strongman” triathlon during its swimming trial. If you like hikes, you will be happy to know that scaling the hill which overlooks Yonaha Maehama beach rewards you with stunning vie...

Ile aux Cerfs is a small island on the east coast of Mauritius. There are tours available, as well as speedboat taxi services in Trou d'eau Douce bay that can take you to the island and back. The Ile aux Cerfs beach is known for its powdery, white sa...

Dolfynstrand beach is a part of seaside resort on the South Atlantic coast of Namibia. This gorgeous sandy shore, which from Afrikaans translates to “dolphin beach”, was founded in 1970s. Just few kilometres south of Dolfynstrand is a man-made Bird I...

Paraiso Beach is located on a small resort island Cayo Largo del Sul in Cuba. This beautiful stretch of soft wide sand is a secluded beach which offers warm water of the Caribbean Sea. Historians believe that Christopher Columbus sailed to Cayo Largo...

The waters that surround South Water Caye are rich with a vast variety of different species of fish and various plants. South Water Caye is also positioned very close to the Belize Barrier Reef, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Knowing all of t...

Seitan Limania beach is located on a peninsula that is right next to the Greek city of Chania. The little sandy beach is nestled in a canyon, making it the perfect hidden spot for nudists. Due to its secluded nature, it is also dog-friendly. But what...

When most people plan a beachside holiday, Russia is probably the last country they think of. This is a shame, because on its vast shoreline lay many hidden gems, and Khalaktyrsky Beach is one of them. Being located on Kamchatka’s eastern coast means...

Ipanema beach is located in the south zone of Rio de Janeiro in Brasil. The soft white sand is considered one of the main beaches in Rio which has attracted tourists since 1960 when it became well-known due to a song “The Girl from Ipanema”. Ipanema ...

A unique and recognizable feature of Tenby North beach is the Goskar Rock, which protrudes from the center of the beach. Something to take note of while enjoying your time at Tenby North beach is that there are often jellyfish in the area, so caution...

Nissi beach can be found on the western edge of the city of Ayia Napa in Cyprus. As most other beaches in the vicinity of Ayia Napa, Nissi beach is a sand beach. The beach is protected by lifeguards. This is important since aside from being a child-f...

Lonely Beach is located on the northern coast of the island Koh Rong, Cambodia. This beach is nearly untouched by people, and the resort that is found on it, prides itself on keeping it as natural as possible. There is no Wi-Fi, no hot water and thei...

Playa Uva gets its name from sea grape trees that grow along the beachside. If you’re looking for a beach that’s calm and secluded where you can just focus on relaxing, then Playa Uva is the beach for you. Due to its strict development laws and the n...

Caló des Moro beach is set about 4 kilometers from the city of Cala Figuera, Spain. This sandy beach is very secluded in a little cove. The beach can be accessed by either a narrow set of stairs that lead down to it, or by boat. While Caló des Moro b...

Kynance Cove is a stunning sandy beach with the brilliant turquoise water and the serpentine rock formations. It is also a dog friendly beach, with a seasonal ban between 1st July and 31st August / 10am to 6pm....

Praia de Benagil beach is set just a 15-minute car ride away from the city center of Carvoeiro in Portugal. Similarly to other beaches in the Algarve region of Portugal, Praia de Benagil beach is completely made of sand. It is often visited by famili...

Gordon Beach is located in the city centre of Tel Aviv in Israel. This beautiful sandy beach takes its name after the street in Tel Aviv which is one of the main east-west thoroughfares. The beach is popular among tourists and locals and offers many ...

Polihale beach is located on the Napali coast on Kauai island in Hawaii. This gorgeous white sand beach is the most western publicly accessible area of Hawaii. The beach is known for crystal clear turquoise water and big cliffs surrounding it. This b...

Fakarava is an atoll located in the western wing of the French Polynesia islands. It’s the second largest of the Tuamotu atolls. This exotic location offers beautiful beaches and lagoons where occasionally locals feed friendly sharks swimming in the ...

Mar Del Plata is one of Argentina’s traditional beach destinations, which also means that it is one of the more crowded ones. However, if you’re looking for some relative peace and quiet, then the beaches of Varese and Cabo Corrientes are the places ...

Arutas beach is set on the west of the Italian island of Sardinia, in the province of Cabras. Like most beaches on Sardinia, Arutas beach consists of sand and big rock formations. The beach is known to be kid-friendly and thus is good for family vaca...

Baia dos Golfinhos is located in Pipa, Brazil. The beach is covered with sand and surrounded by high cliffs. Getting to or from the beach is not that easy and can only be reached by walking from Pipa Center Beach. You need to know when the tide comes...

Just a few kilometres along Montenegro's Adriatic coast from Budva, this famous beach offers amazing views of a tiny islet Sveti Stefan and is probably the most iconic destination in Montenegro. Crystal clear turquoise waters, pink pebbles, and plent...

Beach Marinieres represents a 1km long coast in the bay of Villefranche-sur-Mer in France. The beach is covered with sand and has gravel parts suitable for sunbathing. Shallow water and easy access to the beach make it loved by families with children...

If you are looking to stay somewhere secluded from big cities with beachfront views, Red Frog beach is a good pick for your vacation. Despite it being called a beach, Red Frog beach is actually a tourist complex. Red Frog beach includes many resorts ...

Sopot beach gained its popularity during the rule of the German Empire. This is mainly due to the fact that naval officers, which were stationed nearby, often came to Sopot beach to relax. Though the German Empire is no longer active, the popularity ...

Praia Marinha beach is set on the south coast of Portugal, near the city of Carvoeiro. Like most beaches in Portugal, Praia Marinha beach is made of sand. This feature contributes to its reputation for being child-friendly. Because of its landscape, ...

Binz is a beach located in the city of the same name in Germany. This sandy beach with fine white sand and the view of the Baltic Sea is a perfect destination for families with kids. Binz beach is made accessible for people with disabilities. Lifegua...

While relaxing and having fun might be the main focus on Choroni beach, there are also a few interesting places to visit in the vicinity of the beach. Stepping away from the beach, a common tourist attraction in the area is visiting the local coffee,...

Dhërmi is a beach covered with gravel and concrete located in the village Dhërmi, about 60 kilometers from Vlora in Albania. This beach has lifeguard supervision during the season and is accessible for people with disabilities. Dhërmi is covered with...

Doctor’s cave is situated to the north of Jamaica in Montego Bay – approximately 25 minutes from Hopewell, Jamaica. This beach was once a private property of Dr. Alexander J. McCatty, who then donated it with the purpose of starting a bathing club. I...

Central Beach is located in the seaside tourist resort of Sunny Beach on the Black Sea coast in Bulgaria. The huge sandy beach offers enjoyment and fun for both young people and families with children. Lifeguards will make your stay safe, and the bea...