Karnataka Tourist Places

Best Beaches in Karnataka

With over 320 km of pristine coastline, Karnataka offers some of India's most beautiful and uncrowded beaches. Whether you seek spiritual solitude at Gokarna, adventure at Karwar, or the unique dual-water beauty of Maravanthe, Karnataka's beaches are unforgettable.

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Gokarna

Gokarna

Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka, India

A tranquil coastal town famed for its pristine beaches and sacred temples, Gokarna blends spirituality with seaside serenity.

4.8
Open all dayFree
Murudeshwar

Murudeshwar

Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka, India

Home to the world’s second-tallest Shiva statue and a scenic beachside temple complex.

4.7
Open all dayFree
Karwar

Karwar

Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka, India

A peaceful seaside town with scenic beaches and a poetic legacy celebrated by Rabindranath Tagore.

4.6
Open all dayFree
Udupi

Udupi

Udupi District, Karnataka, India

Known for its divine Krishna Temple and nearby Malpe Beach, Udupi is a blend of devotion and coastal bliss.

4.8
Open all dayFree
St. Mary’s Island

St. Mary’s Island

Off the coast of Malpe, Udupi, Karnataka, India

A geological wonder of hexagonal basalt rock formations set amid turquoise seas.

4.7
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM300
Maravanthe Beach

Maravanthe Beach

Udupi District, Karnataka, India

A unique beach where the Arabian Sea kisses the highway on one side and the Souparnika River flows on the other.

4.7
Open all dayFree
Kaup Beach

Kaup Beach

Udupi District, Karnataka, India

Famed for its historic lighthouse and breathtaking sunset views over the Arabian Sea.

4.6
6:00 AM – 7:00 PMFree
Surathkal Beach

Surathkal Beach

Mangalore, Karnataka, India

A serene beach near Mangalore with a lighthouse perched on rocky cliffs, offering panoramic sea views.

4.6
Open all dayFree
Apsarakonda Falls & Beach

Apsarakonda Falls & Beach

Honnavar, Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka, India

A mystical combination of cascading waterfalls, sea cliffs, and tranquil beaches shrouded in legend.

4.7
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM20
Om Beach

Om Beach

Gokarna, Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka, India

A naturally shaped beach in the form of the sacred ‘Om’ symbol, blending spiritual energy with scenic beauty.

4.8
Open all dayFree

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