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

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.