Lara / Kundu
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. Everybody loves Lara Beach and they are plenty of reasons. You can read all about them below.
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.
Since Antalya abounds with historical sites and natural wonders, the excellent location of Lara allows you to discover quite a few attractions nearby.
Just 16 kilometers away, Kaleiçi, Antalya's old town, awaits you with ancient ruins, a vibrant nightlife, Antalya’s bazaar, and a lovely marina.
Along with the bazaars, there are many other shopping opportunities nearby, such as Terra City Shopping Mall, one of the largest shopping centers in Antalya.
One of the most popular attractions in Antalya is the fascinating sand sculpture museum, Sandland Antalya, directly on Lara Beach. You can also take a trip to The Land of Legends Theme Park in Belek.
There are many natural wonders to discover. You can visit Lower Düden Waterfall or go on a jeep safari in the Taurus Mountains.
A day trip to historical treasures such as sunken city of Simon or the ancient city of Aspendos, with its well-preserved amphitheater is another wonderful option.