50 Most reviewed Public beaches in the world

Extensive sandy strip backed by souvenir stalls & shack cafes, popular for parasailing & jet skiing.

12-block promenade offering ocean views & sculptures, plus restaurants, bars, galleries & shops.

This sandy beach with a jetty draws crowds for swimming & sunbathing, plus volleyball & surfing.

Promenade along a stretch of reddish sand lined with palms, bars & landmark public artworks.

Coastal stretch with a seawall & a palm tree-lined promenade, popular for watching the sunrise.

Park containing the world's largest cashew tree with a twisting branch network covering 2 acres.

Scenic stretch of ocean & sand with lifeguards, water sports & beachfront eateries.

Popular with locals & pilgrims, this long sandy beach near a prominent temple has sunset views.

Long, bustling beach for swimming & waterfront scenery, with large waves popular for surfing.

Resort city with a long, white sandy beach on the the former site of beachside dunes.

Popular seashore known for its clear turquoise waters, white sand & striking views.

Windsurfing & boating are popular at this landmark spit with white sand & clear water.

Long white-sand beach featuring shallow waters plus umbrellas, restaurants & dolphin sightings.

Sheltered public bay with a sandy beach & boardwalk, plus free-roaming colony of African penguins.

Popular urban beach with amenities such as chair & umbrella rentals, showers & a playground.

Lined with eateries, this urban beach offers banana boat rides, an outdoor gym & a volleyball court.

Street food, sculptures & bars on a promenade & breakwater lining a sandy stretch of reclaimed land.

Fine white quartz sand that stays cool plus a playground, tennis courts & year-round lifeguards.

Seaside park with sculptures, a kids' playground & traditional Mayan dance performances.

Brass & bronze sculpture of a humpback whale by artist Roberto Sá, in a park overlooking the ocean.

Laid-back public beach for sunbathing & swimming, with convenient access to nearby restaurants.

Sandy beach lined with palm trees, beach chairs, restaurants & bars.

Compact cove known for its clear water & pebble beach, flanked by dramatic, rugged cliffs.

Stretch of sand with beach volleyball courts, a playground & a boardwalk with cafes & restaurants.

Picturesque, swimming pool–like lagoon with clear turquoise water for swimming & snorkeling.

Long strip of seashore offering chair & umbrella rentals, plus city views & access to eateries.

Open to all genders now, this sandy stretch once allowed only women during the Ottoman period.

This outdoor sculpture of French actress Brigitte Bardot is popular for picture-taking.

Wide white-sand beach, backed by dunes in a secluded bay, popular with families & sailors.

Bustling beach with volleyball courts, plus a concession stand & the Cactus Club Cafe for food.

Seafront observation deck on a beachside boardwalk, with palm-shaded cafes & sunset panoramas.

Tranquil, tree-lined beach featuring white sand, palapas, lounge chairs & eateries.

Long white-sand beach featuring clear, shallow waters, a playground, restaurants & public restrooms.

Energetic beach offering boat rentals, kiosks & lifeguards, plus a promenade with eateries & shops.

Clothing optional & family-friendly beaches, dog park & picnicking just north of South Beach action.

Scenic pier popular for fishing & ocean views, convenient to beach & nearby shops & restaurants.

Green & white landmark chapel built in the 18th century, backed by palms & with sea views.