Top 50 Amazing Beaches In The World

There are many amazing beaches in the world. Seek the best beach on our list of 50 destinations, ranging from Greece to the Galapagos Islands, from the Scottish Highlands to Hawaii, whether you want solitude or a party.

50 Amazing Beaches In The World

1) Elafonísi, Crete, Greece

Amazing Beaches In The World
Elafonísi, Crete, Greece

The beautiful architecture surrounds Greece’s largest island and one of its most beautiful beaches.

2) Gordon’s Bay, NSW, Australia

Gordon's Bay, NSW, Australia
Gordon’s Bay, NSW, Australia

Coogee beach is a favourite destination for Sydney locals and visitors, and is just a short walk from this beautiful blue-green bay.

3) Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos
Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

Grace Bay is a gorgeous stretch of sand in the Atlantic Ocean, and it is about as secluded and quiet as they come.

4) Hahei Bay, New Zealand

Hahei Bay, New Zealand
Hahei Bay, New Zealand

It is imperative that you take pictures of this beautiful bay if you visit New Zealand.

5) Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka

Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka

Surfing destination Hikkaduwa is one of Sri Lanka’s most beloved beaches for wave chasers.

6) Agia Anna Beach, Mykonos, Greece

Agia Anna Beach, Mykonos, Greece
Agia Anna Beach, Mykonos, Greece

This lovely Mykonos beauty is a favourite of Grecian serenity.

7) Aruba Island, Caribbean Sea

Aruba Island, Caribbean Sea
Aruba Island, Caribbean Sea

Aruba’s beaches are renowned for their azure waters, which make up part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

8) Balandra Beach, Baja California, Mexico

Balandra is just a few miles away and has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. You may compare those to the beaches in the Caribbean, for example, and find that they are just as beautiful. You will find crystal clear water and soft sandy beaches here, which will reflect the blues and greens of perfect tranquility.

9) Belle Mare Beach, Mauritius

Belle Mare Beach, Mauritius
Belle Mare Beach, Mauritius

Still waters make this secluded beach on Mauritius’ east coast the perfect swimming spot.

10) Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth, WA, Australia

Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth, WA, Australia
Ningaloo Reef, Exmouth, WA, Australia

The Ningaloo Reef in Exmouth is renowned for its plentiful marine life and clear waters.

11) Blue Beach, Puerto Rico

Blue Beach, Puerto Rico
Blue Beach, Puerto Rico

Blue Beach, commonly known as La Chiva Beach, is located on Vieques’ southern shore in barrio Puerto Ferro. Its stunning setting, gentle sand, and pure water make it one of the island’s best beaches as well as Puerto Rico’s.

12) Cala Macarella Beach, Spain

Cala Macarella Beach, Spain
Cala Macarella Beach, Spain

It’s hard to resist jumping into the azure waters here, where they’re the colour of Powerade.

13) Castaway Island, Fiji

Castaway Island, Fiji
Castaway Island, Fiji

Castaway Island is a destination that should be visited by those travelling to Fiji, rather than just an idyllic screen saver.

14) Chia Beach, Sardinia, Italy

Chia Beach, Sardinia, Italy
Chia Beach, Sardinia, Italy

This Sardinian hotspot is a foodie dreamland, and beach aficionados should make it a priority destination.

15) Crystal Bay, Bali, Indonesia

Crystal Bay, Bali, Indonesia
Crystal Bay, Bali, Indonesia

Crystal Bay is a calm beach where you can swim and snorkel (and escape the commotion of Bali’s busier beaches).

16) El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

El Nido, Palawan, Philippines
El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

El Nido is a Philippine icon and well worth a visit.

17) Impanema Beach, Brazil

Impanema Beach, Brazil
Impanema Beach, Brazil

The Ipanema beach in Rio de Janeiro became renowned worldwide after the song “The Girl from Ipanema” was released in 1962. Antonio Carlos Jobim and Vinicius de Moraes composed the song, which was performed by Brazilian singer Astrud Gilberto.

18) Ishigaki, Okinawa, Japan

Ishigaki, Okinawa, Japan
Ishigaki, Okinawa, Japan

When you think of sandy beaches, Japan is not the first place that comes to mind, but Okinawa Island has some of the best.

19) Wategos Beach, Australia

Wategos Beach, Australia
Wategos Beach, Australia

Wategos Beach is Byron Bay’s most popular destination at any time of the year.

20) Isle of Pines, New Caledonia

Isle of Pines, New Caledonia
Isle of Pines, New Caledonia

If you Google ‘perfect beaches’, the beaches that stretch across the Isle of Pines in New Caledonia would appear.

21) Kauna ‘oa Beach, Hawaii

Kauna ‘oa Beach, Hawaii
Kauna ‘oa Beach, Hawaii

Kauna ‘oa Beach is one of Hawaii’s most popular destinations for a sea swim.

22) Ko Samui, Thailand

Ko Samui, Thailand
Ko Samui, Thailand

There are still plenty of spaces in the water near Samui Island’s gleaming shorelines.

23) Ned’s Beach, Lord Howe Island

Ned's Beach, Lord Howe Island
Ned’s Beach, Lord Howe Island

Lord Howe Island, off the coast of Port Macquarie in the Tasman Sea, is where you can find Ned’s Beach, a serene spot.

24) La Concha, San Sebastian, Spain

La Concha, San Sebastian, Spain
La Concha, San Sebastian, Spain

There’s no doubt that San Sebastian’s main beach is a must-visit destination for food (and beach) lovers, thanks to its close proximity to pinxtos bars.

25) La Digue Island, Seychelles

La Digue Island, Seychelles
La Digue Island, Seychelles

The La Concha Beach is a crescent-shaped urban seaboard located at the Bay of La Concha in San Sebastián, the Basque Country, in northern Spain. Its regular shape is what earned it its name, “Concha”.

26) Lake Hillier, WA, Australia

Lake Hillier, WA, Australia
Lake Hillier, WA, Australia

Despite looking too beautiful to be true, the pink waters that border Lake Hillier are a natural phenomenon.

27) Lion Rock, Piha, Auckland

Lion Rock, Piha, Auckland
Lion Rock, Piha, Auckland

An incredible sea of stars fill the skies when visiting Lion Rock in Aukland by night.

28) Lizard Island, QLD, Australia

Lizard Island, QLD, Australia
Lizard Island, QLD, Australia

Lizard Island is a memorable sight on Great Barrier Reef, located in Tropical North Queensland.

29) Maundays Bay, Anguilla

Maundays Bay, Anguilla
Maundays Bay, Anguilla

Softest sand beaches in the Eastern Caribbean are found on this British island.

30) Maya Bay, Phi Phi

Maya Bay, Phi Phi
Maya Bay, Phi Phi

You have to wait until Maya Beach is reopened to the public in 2021 to visit.

31) Mondello, Sicily, Italy

Mondello, Sicily, Italy
Mondello, Sicily, Italy

Spend the day lazing on gorgeous Mondello beach, then feast on Sicilian fare for dinner.

32) Zlatni Rat Beach, Croatia

Zlatni Rat Beach, Croatia
Zlatni Rat Beach, Croatia

No rats can be found on Zlatni Rat Beach, which forms a unique shape on the Croatian coastline.

33) Wine Glass Bay, TAS, Australia

Wine Glass Bay, TAS, Australia
Wine Glass Bay, TAS, Australia

Although these Tasmanian waters are beautiful all year round, you might wish to avoid dipping your toes in them during the colder months.

34) Varadero Beach, Cuba

Varadero Beach, Cuba
Varadero Beach, Cuba

Dive into the deep-blue waters of Varadero, Cuba, while parking your car.

35) Turquoise Bay, WA, Australia

Turquoise Bay, WA, Australia
Turquoise Bay, WA, Australia

Turquoise Bay is the antidote to a busy mind. Here, swims and beach sleeps are the order of the day.

36) Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Enjoy Tulum’s cool waters between bites of amazing Mexican food.

37) Seven Miles Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Seven Miles Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
Seven Miles Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

What more could you want from a beach than pristine sand, turquoise water, and a low probability of running into acquaintances?

38) Second Valley Beach, SA, Australia

Second Valley Beach, SA, Australia
Second Valley Beach, SA, Australia

This beach in South Australia is a popular destination for swimming, fishing, snorkeling, and scuba diving.

39) Reynisfjara Beach, Iceland

Reynisfjara Beach, Iceland
Reynisfjara Beach, Iceland

Although this Icelandic beach doesn’t offer swimming-friendly temperatures much of the year, the light show is pretty impressive at night.

40) Praia do Cabedelo, Minho, Portugal

Praia do Cabedelo, Minho, Portugal
Praia do Cabedelo, Minho, Portugal

There are no short of stunning beaches in Portugal, but Praia do Cabedelo is one of its finest.

41) White Haven Beach, QLD, Australia

White Haven Beach, QLD, Australia
White Haven Beach, QLD, Australia

The White Haven Beach in Queensland is a serene spot, spanning seven kilometres.

42) Playa Del Norte, Cancun, Mexico

Playa Del Norte, Cancun, Mexico
Playa Del Norte, Cancun, Mexico

Cancun has many beaches, but Playa Del Norte is situated on an island just off the shore, providing visitors with a lot of privacy.

43) Platja de Formentor, Mallorca, Spain

Platja de Formentor, Mallorca, Spain
Platja de Formentor, Mallorca, Spain

Relaxing by the ocean is the order of the day in this beautiful corner of the world where you can take a Spanish sojourn.

44) Olympos, Turkey

Olympos, Turkey
Olympos, Turkey

There are plenty of Roman ruins scattered around the Olympos waters, which are remarkably salty and hence perfect for floating.

45) Nudey Beach QLD, Australia

Nudey Beach QLD, Australia
Nudey Beach QLD, Australia

Nudey Beach on Fitzroy Island is a heavenly spot for snorkeling and splashing about.

46) North Malé Atoll, Maldives

North Malé Atoll, Maldives
North Malé Atoll, Maldives

It’s hard to read a list of 50 beautiful beaches without seeing an entry from the magnificent Maldives—and this beach is one of its finest.

47) Noosa Heads, QLD, Australia

Noosa Heads, QLD, Australia
Noosa Heads, QLD, Australia

This stunning headland and its resplendent beach sit on the shore of one of Queensland’s most beloved coastal towns.

48) Starfish Beach, Panama

Starfish Beach, Panama
Starfish Beach, Panama

Caribbean coast, is a good choice for budget backpackers. From the hub of Bocas on Isla Colón, boat taxis connect the ten inhabited islands and hundreds of other islets and islands, but Colón itself is home to this beautiful pristine beach covered with starfish.

49) Koh Kradan, Thailand

Koh Kradan, Thailand
Koh Kradan, Thailand

It’s hard to pick the best beach in Thailand, as there are so many fantastic ones to choose from. If you’re looking for a peaceful vacation on an island off the coast of Koh Lipe, Koh Kradan might be a good choice. The sand is fine and white, there are plenty of hammocks for relaxing, and the water is clear and blue. If you’re not interested in getting seriously intoxicated under the moonlight, this spot may be ideal for you.

50) Morgat, Crozon, Brittany

Morgat, Crozon, Brittany
Morgat, Crozon, Brittany

Even during summer, the Crozon peninsula’s beaches remain relatively uninhabited. At the point where the peninsula meets the mainland, you will find Morgat, a seaside village whose sandy beach is bordered by pines.

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