Which beaches in Antalya are free to visit and allow outside food and drinks?

Alacasu Beach is about two kilometres from nearby hotels. It has calm water, clean conditions, showers, toilets, changing rooms, and a café. Early morning visits are recommended to avoid crowds. Water shoes are advised.

The beach in Antalya's old town is small, paid, and expensive — outside food and drinks are not allowed, and everything purchased there costs significantly more. If staying in the old town, it is better visited in the evening for the atmosphere; for beach time, another area is preferable.

Mermerli Beach is conveniently located near Antalya's old town and is good for both swimming and sunbathing. It's worth visiting if it's close to your accommodation, and Konyaaltı Beach is also worth a trip for comparison.

Towels on Antalya's public beaches are typically rented for a fee or require a deposit — free towel service without deposit is usually only available at all-inclusive hotels. Free bar access (beer, water, coffee) is also generally an all-inclusive hotel perk, not a feature of public beaches.

The Lara district in Antalya has a public free beach where you can bring your own food and drinks. This is a good alternative to hotel-affiliated beaches, which typically prohibit outside food and charge high prices at their bars.