10 Best Beaches in Kas

Kaputas Beach, to most punters, is the most breathtakingly beautiful beach in Kas, if not in all of Türkiye. Tucked between 2 dramatic precipices below the highway some 26 km west of town, it’s worth visiting Kaputas for the photo op alone. Clear turquoise waters and fine, powdery sand (a rarity in the region) await those who descend its notoriously steep stairs.

To get there, you can flag down one of the frequent westward minibuses. If you’d prefer to drive, know that there’s minimal parking in the area, especially during peak season when the beach packs out. Onsite, you’ll find a municipality-run café, restroom facilities, and loads of sun loungers.

Akçagerme Beach is one for the little ones – it’s among the top family-friendly plajı (beaches) in the region. Located in a stunning bay, it’s clear and clean waters and calm lapping waves create a perfect playground for the kids to frolic in the sun. And if they tire of splashing about and building sandcastles, there’s a nearby aqua park, tennis court, and play equipment to keep them entertained.

Akçagerme Beach is about 6 km west of town, making it easy to reach in a taxi or passing dolmus minivan. Tourism students from a local high school run the site, so expect moderate services and facilities.

Limanagzi Bay should be your first port of call should you fancy a secluded day out on the beach. How so? Because there’s literally no road there, so the only way to arrive is by boat. Passenger ferries depart every half hour from the Kas pier in the morning and stop at one or all of the bay’s 4 beaches – Nuri's, Don Quixote, Otağ, and Bilal's – depending on demand.

Each spot is equally stunning and features its own restaurant with restroom facilities plus a small contingent of cute Caretta turtles. Remember, the last boat back to town in the summer is at 5pm, so don’t be late. Of course, you could always stay the night in one of the romantic beachfront resorts instead.

Hidayet Koyu Plajı (Hidayet Bay Beach) is one of the top spots for snorkeling in the area. Scores of fish and a solid chance of spotting Caretta turtles means bringing a mask and snorkel is a must. Of course, there’s plenty of opportunities for beach bums to kick back on the cliff-lined stretch as well.

Be aware that Hidayet Koyu Plajı is somewhat developed, so don’t come in search of respite. Still, a tasty onsite restaurant serves up all your favorite Turkish classics (sometimes with a smile), and there’s no denying the scenery here is picturesque. It’s only 5 minutes’ drive from Kas heading west on Beyhan Cenkçi Caddesi.

Kas Belediyesi Halk PlajI (Kas Municipality Public Beach) is one of the few municipality-run beaches around Kas, meaning it’s completely free and an excellent option for budget-minded beach bums. This public beach is certainly no slouch, with turquoise-tinged waters and a pretty shale shoreline (bring your aqua shoes) to match the best of them.

Given it’s a public beach, the vibe here is notably more laidback than other spots around Kas. Even so, you’ll still find all the necessities for a fun day in the sun: umbrella rentals, restaurants, restroom facilities, and even a cozy lawn to lie on. Ladies can sunbathe away from prying eyes in the women-only section.

Patara Beach is your plajı of choice when you can’t stomach the thought of another rocky coastline around Kas. As the area’s only public beach with fine sand, Patara isn’t exactly unspoiled as scores of sun-worshippers hit the spot over the summer. Even so, it’s as soft as you could hope sand to be and you’ll almost always find a spot to pull up a towel on the 18-km stretch.

The star attractions here, however, are the Caretta turtles that use Patara Beach as their primary breeding ground in Türkiye. Don’t set up an umbrella to avoid cracking their eggs and get out of there before sundown to give them space to hatch their young.

Buyuk Cakil (Big Pebble Beach) is just a 20-minute walk south of Kas, so it’s a top spot for carless travelers looking for a pretty beach within strolling distance. Of course, its name should clue you in to the fact that you won’t find any fine sand here.

Nonetheless, clean blue waters, a tasty Turkish restaurant, and cheap sun loungers for rent (sometimes free, off-season) provide plenty of reason to linger – all this in a laidback and unpretentious locale. Come during the evening to stargaze as you listen to local musos belt out their best acoustic tunes.

İnceboğaz Çınar Beach is an outstanding lesser-known spot within easy reach of Kas. In fact, at only 1.5 km from the heart of town, you can walk here on a whim. Upon arrival, beachgoers are greeted with sweeping views of both the Aegean Sea and Bucak Bay as the beach lies on the thinnest point of the Cukurbag Peninsula.

To complement the gorgeous vistas, there’s a small but great restaurant serving delicious food, inexpensive sun lounger rentals, and functional restroom facilities. There’s even a beachfront backgammon set for when you tire of soaking up the sun. The waters here are gentle, so it’s a good option for the little ones as well.