Beaches

Yalta offers pebble beaches, warm water, and rare cloudy days. The swimming season runs from May to October, with sea temperatures reaching +27°C in July–August. The air smells of pine and salt, and the mountains shield the coast from strong winds. • Primorsky Beach — the most accessible and liveliest, near the "Oreanda" Hotel. Good infrastructure but can get crowded in peak season. • Massandra Beach — the pride of Yalta. Awarded the Blue Flag, it features VIP zones, a pool, restaurants, and parties. • Livadia Beach — below the park of the same name, with a gentle slope and cleaner water than the central beaches. • Yalta-Intourist Hotel Beach — with bars and sunshades. • Nikitsky Beach — near the botanical garden, clean but without entertainment. • Wild beaches — for those seeking peace and space. A walk is required, but the scenery is worth it.