10 best beaches in Sochi: review of places where you can swim and sunbathe

Summer is in full swing, which means it’s time to think about your upcoming vacation. If you do not want to torture yourself with long flights, then feel free to choose Sochi beaches. It has long been known that the beaches of the Sochi coast are not inferior to foreign beaches, therefore enjoy great popularity among vacationers. It is not difficult to make sure of this: just look at the abundance of tourists and all doubts will fall away. However, just to avoid pandemonium and comfortably enjoy a sea vacation, you need to be informed in advance about the best beaches of the resort.

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Despite the fact that the beaches in Sochi open already by May holidays, the calendar summer is the real heyday of tourism. Coming on vacation to the Black Sea, according to recent data, is becoming more and more. And, accordingly, the bathing areas are gradually expanding.

In July, the sea warmed up to about +28 ° C, which will undoubtedly delight both adult tourists and children. As a rule, at this time is the peak of tourists, the maximum just – in July-August. But by mid-October, those wishing to take a dip in the Black Sea become much less.

In the Krasnodar region there are many places for recreation: paid beaches are actively competing with free ones. By the way, there are many free beaches in Sochi, where you will not have to pay a penny for your vacation. All of them meet the latest requirements of Rospotrebnadzor: on the territory of the recreation area there are medical and lifeguard stations, deck chairs, cafes.

You don’t have to worry about water quality either: about 2000 samples have already been taken since the beginning of this year. And regularly specialists continue to check the compliance of water with the norms at 133 control points on the coast.

According to Rospotrebnadzor, the water on Sochi’s beaches is clean. Taking into account the impending influx of vacationers (up to September), the main task is to ensure the safety of tourists. Thus, there are about 170 landscaped beaches in Sochi today, the water in which complies with the norms. To maintain water quality, laboratory tests are regularly conducted.

They do not forget about territory protection: patrolling routes have been strengthened on the Sochi coast. Over 600 patrol groups control law and order on a daily basis.
Traditionally, there are three categories of beaches. The highest first category corresponds to the blue flag, the second – green and the third – yellow. Each beach in Sochi displays a flag of the corresponding color.

By the way, as many as 42 beaches of the Black Sea resort have received federal “Blue Flags”. The largest number of beaches corresponding to the highest category – in Lazarevsky district, there are as many as 15 of them. In Khostinsky district nine beaches have “Blue Flags”, 11 more objects are marked with the corresponding colors in the center of Sochi. The list is closed by seven beaches of the Adler seaside.

Beach “Lazarevskoye 1”

Address: Lazarevsky district

Entrance: free

Rental of a sun lounger: 250-300 rubles

The beach is characterized by a smooth descent into the water, well-developed infrastructure and a lot of entertainment. At will, vacationers can rent chairs, umbrellas and towels. And for a non-boring beach vacation are available riding on the “banana”, jet ski. On the resort avenue near the beach there are stores, cafes and many souvenir shops.

On the downside: a lot of tourists.

Beach “Primorsky”

Address: Central district of Sochi

Entrance: free

Sun lounger rental: 600 rubles

Equipped beach is located in the heart of Sochi. Nearby there are a botanical garden, a museum, a lot of cafes. But there are nuances: to take a place, you need to take care in advance and come early in the morning.

“Primorsky” is famous not only for the abundance of entertainment, but also recognizability: right near the entrance there is a concrete sculpture of Neptune. On the one hand, the beach overlooks the coastline of the sanatorium “Chernomorie”, and on the other hand – the water park “Mayak”. Among other things, next to the beach “Primorsky” are the Winter and Summer Theaters. As you can see, the attractions near the beach is really a lot, that’s why it is very popular among tourists.

On the territory of the recreation area, despite the abundance of vacationers, it is always clean. Not for nothing “Primorsky” is considered one of the most comfortable beaches of the resort. It is equipped with changing cabins, toilets, free showers. You can rent a deck chair, umbrellas and other beach paraphernalia. For the safe location of children, the beach is ideal – the bottom is maximally suitable.

On the downside: a large influx of tourists from July to August, high prices.

Riviera” beach

Address: Central district of Sochi

Entrance: free

Rental of deck chairs: together with umbrella 300 rubles

“Riviera” is distinguished by one main feature from other beaches of the Sochi coast – a sandy shore. Almost all the beaches of Sochi are studded with pebbles, so this beach is a peculiarity of the Krasnodar region.

On the “Riviera” is very convenient to rest with children: at a distance of about five meters from the shore is very shallow, the entrance to the water is gentle, without holes in the bottom. The territory of “Riviera” is ideal for a comfortable pastime. The beach is equipped with deck chairs and umbrellas, however, for a fee and changing cabins. Free yoga classes are held for everyone at 8:00. At the disposal of vacationers children’s slide, sports fields – all for free. Lifeguards and medics are on duty daily from 8:00 to 20:00. But the cafes work late. By the way, a few meters from the beach is the famous Riviera Park.

On the downside: a lot of tourists from July to September, high prices. Because of the influx of vacationers will have to wait a long time for an order in a cafe.

Albatross” beach

Address: Novy Sochi district

Entrance: free of charge

Rental of deck chairs: 250 rubles

Previously, in place of “Albatross” was a wild beach, but the widespread desire of tourists to relax by the sea led to the fact that the area for swimming began to expand. The only thing that can confuse – it is quite a steep descent to the water, so the most comfortable rest here with children is unlikely to succeed. In addition, there is no parking lot on the beach, so you will have to get there by cab. However, the beautiful, mesmerizing and secluded view will definitely erase all the available disadvantages.

The water at “Albatross” is clean, the shore consists of pebbles and sand. The sea is always calm thanks to the piers, so vacationers can swim at their own pleasure. From 8:00 to 20:00 on duty medics and lifeguards. Near the beach there is a cafe, in addition, you can rent beach paraphernalia.

On the downside: a small choice of entertainment, steep descent to the water, lack of parking.

Lighthouse” beach

Address: Central district of Sochi

Entrance: free

Sun lounger rental: 250 rubles

The beach of Central Sochi got its name thanks to the lighthouse located nearby. Most tourists come solely to take pictures of the lighthouse at sunset.

The beach is conditionally divided into two parts. The first belongs to the water park, entrance there, of course, paid. But we are talking about the second part, free of charge.

The territory of the beach is equipped for recreation with children. The coast is distinguished by a convenient entrance to the water, the next few meters shallow and safe for swimming with children. Here you can find everything: rental of deck chairs, umbrellas and other utensils. In addition, the territory is equipped with cafes and restaurants. Lifeguards are always on duty on the beach: daily from 8:00 to 20:00. From Friday to Sunday in the period from July to August, guest DJs perform at “Mayak”.

Onthe downside: large pebbles, on which it is uncomfortable to walk, a lot of tourists from July to September.

Beach “Lazarevskoye Vzmorie”.

Address: Lazarevsky district

Entrance: free

Sun lounger rental: 250-300 rubles

The village of Lazarevskoye is located 70 km from Sochi, so the beaches here are not crowded, clean and cozy. Beach “Lazarevskoe Vzmorie” – an ideal place for family vacations. There is a parking lot, stores, cafes, rental of beach accessories and water entertainment. The safety of vacationers is taken care of by lifeguards on duty on the beach every day. There is also a medical center, toilets and changing rooms nearby.

At “Lazarevsky Vzmore” for a fee you can ride catamarans, “banana”, motorboat. In addition, on the territory of the beach there is a sports ground where you can play volleyball and do other sports.

The water on the beach meets sanitary and epidemiological standards, besides, the coastal zone is regularly cleaned from garbage and algae. Entrance to the water is gentle, near the shore is shallow, which is a big plus when vacationing with children.

On the downside: relatively many tourists, but due to the wide coastal zone there are always free places.

Beach “Pearl”

Address: Central district of Sochi

Entrance: free of charge for guests of the Grand Hotel “Pearl”. For guests: on weekdays – 1500 rubles, on weekends – 2000 rubles. Children under five years old – free of charge, from 5 to 10 years old – a 50% discount

Rental of a sun lounger: 1000 rubles

“Pearl” – truly one of the most expensive and sought-after beaches on the entire Sochi coast. Located on the territory of the Grand Hotel with the same name, one of the best Sochi beaches positions itself as a luxurious place for family vacations. There are a lot of children here, because the territory is fully adapted for their comfortable and safe stay. Entry into the water is gentle, a few meters from the shoreline is shallow enough. A large playground is equipped on the beach, and there is also a rental of beach accessories.

“Pearl” is really not much different from luxurious foreign resorts. There are a lot of restaurants, there is a medical center and lifeguards. The water is clean even in the largest influx of vacationers: beach workers carefully monitor the cleanliness of the territory.

On the downside: it is expensive.

Adler” beach

Address: Adler district

Entrance: free of charge

Rental of deck chairs: 150 rubles

The central Adler beach is located near the Railway Station. It is here that tourists who came to the resort by train flock. As is easy to guess, at the height of the beach season there are no free places here. However, this does not embarrass vacationers, because there are a lot of different entertainment, ideal for both children and adults.

The entrance to the water is gentle, a separate children’s pool and trampoline for kids. There are free toilets and showers, a lot of souvenir shops and cafes. In the latter, however, you will have to push a lot: there are practically no vacant places from July to August.

Rescuers daily monitor the safety of vacationers and notify by loudspeaker about the impending storm, nearby is a medical center. A small excitement on the water should not be frightened – it is not scary at all thanks to the breakwaters. With the onset of darkness people do not hurry to leave the territory of the beach. Armed with plaids, tourists watch the sunset and picturesque landscapes.

On the downside: crowdedfrom July to August, there are no free places in cafes.

Kuba” beach

Address: Mamaika microdistrict

Entrance: free

Rental of deck chairs: 150 rubles

Entrance to the beach is free, from which it is very popular among tourists. However, despite the crowdedness, it is very clean. This season “Cuba” brought 40 cars of sand, so the coast is completely sandy – and this is a great rarity for the Krasnodar region. From free on the beach shower, toilet, changing rooms. But the rental of sun beds and umbrellas – paid. However, to give money for rent or not – it is up to you. You can safely do with a towel or a plaid.

The beach is clean, well-groomed. By the way, the territory has a peculiar three-tiered structure: on the first floor vacationers swim, on the second – sunbathe, and on the third – walk along the beautiful embankment. For all lovers of active rest “Cuba” has prepared a number of entertainments. So, you can ride a “banana”, motorboat or play volleyball.

On the downside: paid parking, crowded.

Mandarin” beach

Address: Adler district

Entrance: free

Rental of deck chairs: from 350 rubles

The beach is located next to the shopping and entertainment center of the same name. In addition, from “Mandarin” you can quickly walk to three parks: Yuzhnye Kultury, Adler Park of Culture and Recreation and the most popular Olympic Park.

Entrance to the beach is free, but you will have to pay for the rent of deck chairs, umbrellas and other additional amenities. For example, if you want to visit the swimming pool, the entrance ticket will cost up to 2000 rubles, and renting a wooden bungalow will cost 5000 rubles.

The beach “Mandarin” disposes to a family vacation. The coast consists of small pebbles and sand, the entrance to the water is gentle. Cleanliness of the territory is constantly monitored by beach workers. There are changing cabins, catamarans and boats for rent. On weekends, guest DJs and professional musicians come to the beach.

Onthe downside: there is no toilet on the beach. Vacationers will have to walk to the shopping center “Mandarin”, and this is not very convenient. In addition, a family vacation will be expensive.