Didim, one of the most touristic districts of Aydın province, fascinates its visitors with its magnificent beaches.
Didim, one of the popular holiday centers in the Aegean Region due to its long coastline, lush nature and plenty of oxygen , is a very nice place to spend your summer months.
The Didim Peninsula , located between Bodrum and Çeşme, is frequently preferred by asthma patients due to its low humidity.
We wish you to visit Didim as soon as possible, which is home to wide golden beaches and paradise bays . You can take note of the historical monuments and natural beauties that must be seen in this beautiful district by browsing our article on Places to Visit in Didim .
Didim Beaches
Altinkum Beach
Altinkum Beach, which takes its name from its golden sands, is located in the center of Didim .
This beautiful beach, which has been awarded the Blue Flag for many years, is 750 meters long and 15 meters wide.
The sea deepens very slowly and the sea water is warm on this beach, which has an amazing beach. Therefore, Altinkum Beach is very suitable for children and those who do not know how to swim well.
There are showers , toilets , disabled toilets , changing cabins and lifeguards on the beach . There are also places where you can do water sports on the beach .
Since the beach is located in the city center, it gets crowded, so I recommend going to the beach early.
There are cafes where you can get food and beverage services on the coastal road parallel to the beach surrounded by palm trees .
Be sure to see the statue of Poseidon, the lord of the seas in Greek mythology, which you will come across while walking on the coastal road .
You can immortalize your holiday by taking a photo with the Didim symbol written in colorful letters on the cross of the statue .
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- Entry to the beach is free .
- You can rent 2 sunbeds and 1 umbrella for 30 TL on the beach . 1 umbrella and 1 sunbed are provided free of charge to those with a disabled card.
Akbuk Beach
Akbuk Beach, which won the Blue Flag award for the first time in 2020, is 23 kilometers away from Didim district center .
This beautiful beach, where green and blue come together, has a length of 3 kilometers and a width of 20 meters.
Akbuk Beach, which is calmer than Altinkum Beach, is a very beautiful place preferred by those who seek peace on their holiday, where you can be intertwined with nature.
Akbuk Beach is loved by families with children thanks to its shallow sea and fine sandy beach . In addition, its oxygen-rich air and iodized breeze from the sea are very beneficial for asthma patients.
You can meet all your needs from the places on the Akbuk coast, where you can sunbathe on the long beach after swimming in the clean sea .
Akbuk Beach also offers its visitors a magnificent sunset experience in Didim.
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- Entry to the beach is free .
- You can rent sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach.
Island with a Handle
Saplı Island, which you can see on your way from Didim to Akbük, is 16 kilometers from the town center .
Since the island has no connection with the land, you can reach it by walking on a 100-meter-long fine gravel road in the sea. Since the stones on this road can sink into your feet, I recommend you to use slippers or sea shoes while walking.
You can even go to Saplı Island just to have this interesting and beautiful experience. According to rumors, the life of the person who collects 10 pebbles from this island is extended by 10 years.
Sapli Island, BC. It was formed by the accumulation of ashes scattered around as a result of a volcanic eruption in the Aegean Sea in the 1500s. The ash layer on the island, which is protected as a protected area, can be seen even today.
You can choose Kumkent Sitesi side to swim on the island, which is one of the symbols of Akbuk. Because in this part of the island, there are markets and cafes where you can meet your needs.
Since the sea deepens slowly, it is very suitable for families with children and those who do not know how to swim.
The sea is clean and the beach is surrounded by trees. In this way, you can enjoy the sea and picnic at the same time.
If you are going to Saplı Ada on the weekend, which is quieter on weekdays, I suggest you go early.
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- Entry to Saplı Ada is free .
Akkum Sagtur Beach
Akkum Sağtur Beach, which is about 7 kilometers from Didim town center, is right next to Büyük Anadolu Hotel .
This beach, which is also a camping area, has a sandy structure. It is ideal for children and novice swimmers as the sea deepens slowly.
The sea water is clean and warm , so you have no difficulty getting into the water. If you come in the early hours, the sea is as smooth as I can say, like a sheet.
Akkum Sağtur, a calm and relaxing beach, also has places where you can do water sports . You can get food and beverage service from the cafes located near the beach .
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- Entry to the beach is free .
- You can rent sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach .
Sarikum Beach
Sarıkum Beach, which takes its name from the color of its sand, is 7 kilometers away from Didim .
This beautiful beach, which you can reach from the dirt road leaving from Denizli Teachers ‘ Site, is generally preferred by those who spend their holidays in the surrounding sites.
Sarıkum Beach is a peaceful place where you can enjoy the trio of sea, sand and sun . You can fish or dive in the mountainous area to the right of the beach .
The sea at Sarıkum Beach is calmer in the early hours , so I recommend you choose these times to swim.
There is a small facility on the beach, but it would be better to take your belongings with you. Do not leave the beach without watching the legendary beautiful sunset.
If you want to stay in this beautiful place where you can be intertwined with nature, you can camp on the beach .
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- Entry to the beach is free .
- You can rent sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach.
Manastir Bay and Beach
Located 8 kilometers from Didim city center, Manastır Bay and Beach is located to the west of Altınkum Beach .
It is quieter than Altinkum Beach as it is not easy to reach the beach. This beautiful beach, which takes its name from the monastery here, provides both sea and cultural trips .
The clear sea like an aquarium can be a bit wavy in windy weather. Since the entrance to the sea has a pebbly structure, I recommend you to use sea shoes.
You can take your own belongings or you can benefit from the small business located on the beach .
Manastır Beach is also the perfect place to watch the sunset .
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- Entry to the beach is free .
- You can rent 2 sun loungers and 1 umbrella on the beach for 30 TL.
Dalyanaki Bay and Beach
Dalyanaki Bay, which is a natural harbor, is approximately 8 kilometers from the center of Didim.
You reach this beach, which is located on the Didim-Akbuk Road , when you turn from the Village Services sign.
The most well-known holiday sites of Didim, Zonguldaklılar Sitesi , Village Services Site and Şeker Tur are located around this beautiful bay.
Since it is a structure closed to waves, the sea is waveless and very calm, almost like pool water.
For this reason, Dalyan Bay becomes a shelter for boats escaping from the waves during the winter months.
Dalyanaki Beach consists of coarse grained yellow sand . Since the sea is shallow , it is suitable for families with children and those who do not know how to swim well.
Since there are no facilities on the beach, you must bring your belongings with you. You can also come to this beach for picnics and camping .
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- Entry to the beach is free .
Aquarium Bay and Beach
Aquarium Bay, where you can swim with the fish, is located inside the Didim Police Moral Campground and is also known as the 5th bay .
The bays in the Police Morale Center, which hosts 7 different bays , are also called Akademi Bay . Aquarium Bay, the most loved one of these bays, is 8.5 kilometers away from Didim town center and is a wonderful place where you can be alone with nature.
Transportation by land is a bit difficult due to its narrow roads , so you can choose to come by boat tour .
The turquoise sea is clean ; I recommend you to use sea goggles to see the fish swimming near you more clearly.
If you are interested in diving in the bay, which has a sandy beach, you should definitely do it. Be careful when opening as the sea deepens rapidly.
You can meet your needs at the cafes on the beach.
It would be good to go early in order to find sunbeds and umbrellas.
If you don’t want to leave Aquarium Beach, which has a beauty that lives up to its name, you can camp.
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- You can enter the beach from the Police Morale Center by paying 25 TL per person .
- You do not need to pay any additional fees for sunbeds and umbrellas .
Cennet Bay and Beach
Cennet Bay, which is about 4 kilometers from Didim district center , is right next to Martı Sitesi .
This bay, which is frequently preferred by families with children due to its fine sand and shallow sea , is one of the frequent destinations of boat tours.
The clean sea water is smooth and warm. This perfect bay, where you can swim with the fish, is like a piece of heaven.
You will be amazed by the combination of green and blue on this beach surrounded by trees .
Since there is only a small business on the beach , I recommend that you bring the items you will need with you.
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- Entry to the beach is free .
- You can rent sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach.
Bay Beach
The 3rd Bay Beach, which has won the Blue Flag award since 2007 , is 3 kilometers away from the center of Didim .
The sea water is very clean on the beach, which is 400 meters long and 15 meters wide .
Since the sea is shallow on the sandy beach , it is suitable for children and those who do not know how to swim well.
You can eat at the cafes and restaurants on the beach .
There is paid parking on the beach .
Those who want to escape from the crowd can prefer this beach, which is calmer compared to other bays in Didim .
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- Entry to the beach is free .
- You can rent sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach .
Huzur Beach
The Huzur Beach, which lives up to its name, is located next to the Huzur Sitesi, which is 6 kilometers away from the town center of Didim .
Since the way to go is in the form of a stony path , transportation is a bit difficult, so it is not so easy to reach peace as you can see.
The clean sea is very calm in the morning hours. It is very suitable for children and novice swimmers as the sea deepens slowly. Since its sand is also very beautiful, it is often preferred by families with children.
There are markets and cafes where you can get service on the beach .
This beautiful beach, where you can be in touch with nature, is very crowded on weekends, so I recommend you to come early or visit during the week.
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- Entry to the beach is free .
- You can rent sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach.
Rabbit Nose Nature Park Beach
Rabbit Burnu Nature Park Beach, which has won the Blue Flag award since 2015 , is 7 kilometers from the city center .
The beach in Tavşan Burnu Nature Park has a length of 300 meters and a width of 15 meters.
You can enjoy the sea and barbecue at the same time on the sandy beach. Since it is an open sea, jellyfish can be a problem from time to time, so I suggest you be careful.
There is a market on the beach where you can shop .
If you want to stay in the nature park, you can camp in this natural wonder. If you do not have your own tent, you have to pay 75 TL to rent a four-person tent.
It can be very crowded on weekends as many people come to escape the noise of the city .
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- Since the beach is located in the nature park, the entrance fee is 5 TL per person . If you want to enter with your car, you have to pay 15 TL.
D-Marin Blue Point Beach Club
D-Marin Blue Point Beach Club, one of the best places in Didim, is located 5 kilometers from the city center .
This beautiful place, which you can choose to enjoy a peaceful sea, also makes people very happy with its delicious food. Thanks to the friendly staff, you have a nice experience here.
You can enjoy the sea and the sun during the day, and have fun with DJ performances in the evenings.
You can visit the internet pages to make a reservation or to review the food and beverage menu .
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- The entrance fee to the Beach Club is 70 TL on weekdays and 100 TL on weekends for people over the age of 12 . 0-6 years old free, 6-12 years old children 50% discount. Sun beds, umbrellas and towels are included in the entrance fee.
- The things you eat and drink inside the Beach Club are charged separately.
Medusa Beach Club
Medusa Beach Club is located in Altınkum Neighborhood, 4 kilometers from the city center .
This is a place where you can swim and sunbathe in the morning , and join the open-air entertainment in the evening and dance.
The sea is shallow, but you can also enter the water using the pier. The sea water is very clean and calm.
Medusa Beach Club’s disco section is open every day of the week between 22:30 and 05:00 . If you want to have fun at night, you can choose this place.
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- The entrance fee to the Beach Club is 30 TL .
- You do not need to pay extra as sunbeds and umbrellas are included in the entrance fee.
Sensation Beach Club
Sensation Beach Club, which is used as a beach during the day and an open-air entertainment venue in the evening, is 4 kilometers away from Didim town center .
The sea is shallow at Sensation Beach Club, a place where you can sunbathe and swim in the morning .
The beach club, which also has a sea pier, broadcasts popular music during the day .
In the evenings, you can attend famous DJ performances.
Sensation Beach Club serves as a night club between 22:30 and 05:00 .
If you like disco music, you can come here to spice up your holiday evenings.
Entrance and Sunbed Fees:
- The entrance fee to the Beach Club is 30 TL .
- You do not need to pay extra as sunbeds and umbrellas are included in the entrance fee.
