Cleopatra Beach

Cleopatra Beach, Turkey's most famous tourist destination, is located in the heart of Alanya's city center, at the foothills of the city's famed medieval stronghold, Alanya Castle.

This 2.5-kilometer stretch of fine sand was named after Queen Cleopatra, who is claimed to have fallen in love with the lovely bay while on a Mediterranean cruise. You'll understand why once you see the deep blue waters for yourself.

This immaculately clean beach is bordered by a lovely boardwalk and all the stores, cafés, and restaurants you'll need to spend an entire day on the beach. With over two million tourists every year (not to mention the daily boat cruises), there are certain amenities to match, and families can rest easy knowing that childcare is available. Cleopatra Beach's waters are warm and inviting for swimming. Water sports, such as surfing and paragliding, are always a nice alternative when there are some pretty large waves.

Location: Alanya