Best Beaches in the World

1. Falésia Beach, Albufeira, Portugal

Praia da Falesia the Algarve, Portugal beautiful beach near Vilamoura and Albufeira

Falésia Beach is a beach located in the Algarve region, stretching over 8 kilometers (approximately 5 miles)
It is characterized by striking red and orange cliffs that provide a dramatic backdrop against the golden sands
Falésia Beach is popular among sunbathers, swimmers, and surfers
The beach is accessible from nearby resort towns

Featured in The Best of Portugal

2. Spiaggia dei Conigli, Lampedusa, Italy

Rabbit beach Lampedusa Sicily paradise beach Spiaggia dei Conigli

Spiaggia dei Conigli ("Rabbit Beach") is a beach located in Lampedusa, the largest island of the Italian Pelagie Islands, close to Tunisia
Historically, Lampedusa was a landing place and a maritime base for the ancient Phoenicians, Greeks and Romans

Featured in The Best of Italy

3. Beach of La Concha, San Sebastián, Spain

View of the bay of La Concha and the island of Santa Clara from Mount Igeldo. San Sebastian. Basque Country. Spain.

Best time to visit: May-July

The Beach of La Concha is a crescent shaped urban seaboard of the city of San Sebastián located at the Bay of La Concha in the Basque Country
The scenic setting in the Bay of La Concha and the 19th century elegance of fashionable seaside resorts have made the site very popular, as it is frequently cited as one of the most beautiful and the most famous urban beaches in Europe

Featured in The Best of Spain

4. Ka'anapali Beach, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, United States

Looking down on Kaanapali Beach, Maui, Hawaii

Best time to visit: April-May, Sept-Nov

Ka'anapali Beach is a renowned beach located on the coast of Maui
The beach is flanked by several resorts, restaurants, and shopping areas
Ka'anapali Beach is known for its diverse recreational activities, including swimming, snorkeling, and cliff jumping
It is also a location for spotting marine life, such as Hawaiian green sea turtles

Featured in The Best of Hawaii

#5 in Best Beaches in the USA

5. Manly Beach, Sydney, Australia

Manly Beach Sydney Australia Drone Footage

Best time to visit: March-May, Sept-Nov

Manly Beach is a beach situated in the suburb of Manly, part of the Northern Beaches region of Sydney
It is famous for hosting the world's first surfing contest in 1964, marking it as a significant location in surfing history
One of the most enjoyable ways to reach Manly Beach is by taking a ferry across Sydney Harbour, which provides views of the city
Manly Beach is popular for surfing, sunbathing, and beach sports. It also offers scenic walking paths, such as the Manly to Spit Bridge Walk

Featured in The Best of Australia

6. Siesta Beach, Siesta Key, Florida, United States

Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota Florida shot by aerial drone. #1 Beach in the USA.

Best time to visit: April-May, Sept-Oct

Siesta Beach is a beach located on Siesta Key
Unlike beaches elsewhere that are made up mostly of pulverized coral, Siesta Beach's sand is 99% quartz, most of which comes from the Appalachian Mountains
Even on the hottest days, the sand is so reflective that it feels cool underfoot

Featured in The Best of Florida

#8 in Best Beaches in the USA

7. Reynisfjara Beach, Vík, Iceland

The Reynisfjara beach near Vik in southern Iceland

Reynisfjara Beach is a renowned black sand beach located just east of the town of Vik
The beach features unique black sand, primarily composed of volcanic ash and basalt
Reynisfjara is known for its impressive basalt column formations and towering sea stacks that rise from the ocean just offshore
While it is a popular tourist destination, visitors are advised to be cautious due to the presence of powerful waves known as "sneaker waves," which can be dangerous
The beach is also a habitat for various bird species, making it a great spot for nature enthusiasts

Featured in The Best of Iceland

8. Poipu Beach Park, Poʻipū, Kauai, Hawaii, United States

the afternoon on the Poipu beach, Kauai, light sand, pure ocean

Best time to visit: April-June, Aug-Oct

Poipu Beach Park is a beach located on the southern shore of Kauai
The park is well-suited for swimming, snorkeling, bodyboarding, and surfing
It has areas designated for both calm swimming and more challenging surf breaks for experienced surfers

Featured in The Best of Hawaii

#1 in Best Beaches in the USA

9. Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Seven Mile Beach in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands Features azure blue sky, crystal-clear waters, pristine white sand, and coconut tree branches. Ideal for Caribbean vacations, tropical paradises, and

Best time to visit: March-June

Seven Mile Beach is a renowned beach located on the western shore of Grand Cayman
Despite its name, it actually measures about 5.5 miles long, and the crescent-shaped beach is famous for its white coral sands and crystal-clear waters
Visitors can enjoy swimming, snorkeling in nearby coral reefs, and water sports like banana boat rides
The area is also known for its vibrant marine life, including sea turtles and various fish species
The beach area supports diverse wildlife, including iguanas and numerous birds

Featured in The Best of Cayman Islands

10. Las Canteras Beach, Las Palmas, Spain

Las Canteras Beach (Playa de Las Canteras) in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary island, Spain. 3 km stretch of golden sand is the heart and soul of Las Palmas. One of the top Urban Beaches in Europe

The Playa de Las Canteras is the main urban beach of the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, one of the most important beaches of the Canary Islands
Historically, it was exploited as a quarry to extract the rock that was used, among other uses, for numerous constructions in the city, such as the Cathedral of the Canary Islands
In memory of this practice, now abandoned, the name of Playa de Las Canteras (Beach of the Quarries) survives today