The places, most named first
From the 10 guides that rank for "best beaches in india"
Named by 7 of 101. Radhanagar BeachOften named the most beautiful beach in the Andaman Islands, with white sand and clear water.Sits on Havelock Island and suits swimming, snorkeling and sunbathing.
Named by 6 of 102. Baga BeachA North Goa party beach with clubs and water sports.Stays busy with water sports, local markets and an active nightlife.
Named by 5 of 103. Varkala BeachKnown for cliffs above the Arabian Sea, with cafes at the cliff edge for sunset.Offers yoga retreats and Ayurvedic treatments.
Named by 5 of 104. Kovalam BeachA peaceful, popular beach a short drive from the Kerala capital.Three adjacent beaches form a crescent: Lighthouse, Hawah and Samudra.
Named by 5 of 105. Calangute BeachCalled the Queen of beaches in Goa, and one of the most crowded.The biggest beach in North Goa and a hub for water sports.
Named by 4 of 106. Palolem BeachA crescent-shaped beach with palm-fringed shores and a laid-back feel.Good for swimming, kayaking and sunset, and has beach huts.
Named by 4 of 107. Anjuna BeachPopular with backpackers and long-stayers, with a night market and budget guesthouses.Close to Chapora Fort.
Named by 4 of 108. PondicherryA French-built town where the rocky shore suits scuba diving.Quiet beaches with peace and solitude.
Named by 3 of 109. Agonda BeachA quieter, calmer Goa beach with fewer tourists.Calm water makes it a family favorite.
Named by 3 of 1010. Om BeachNamed for its Om-shaped coastline and a quieter alternative to Goa.Gokarna beaches are less crowded than Goa's.
Named by 3 of 1011. Agatti IslandLooks like a Maldivian lagoon.Clear water makes it a snorkeling pick; best from October to March.
Named by 3 of 1012. Colva BeachDescribed as a classic resort town beach in South Goa.Among the Goa beaches popular with visitors.
Named by 3 of 1013. Elephant BeachA snorkeling and diving spot in the Andamans.Coral life: 560 species.
Named by 3 of 1014. LakshadweepThe only true coral islands in the country.Only a few beaches are open to tourists.
Named by 2 of 1015. Candolim BeachSoft sand, with Aguada Fort nearby and water activities.Yoga and meditation classes are held here.
Named by 2 of 1016. Butterfly BeachA tranquil South Goa beach for couples, with dolphin sightings.Named among good South Goa options alongside Palolem.
Named by 2 of 1017. Vagator BeachListed among the most popular Goa beaches.Grouped with Baga, Anjuna and Candolim as a North Goa beach.
Named by 2 of 1018. Mahabalipuram BeachSits beside the UNESCO-listed Shore Temple, mixing history and sand.A colorful beach scene with fortune tellers and balloon vendors.
Named by 2 of 1019. Kudle BeachOne of the less crowded Gokarna beaches, cheaper than Goa.
20. Mandarmani BeachHas one of the longest drivable beaches in India.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name October to March as the best time to visit India.
Questions people ask
- Which beach in India has the clearest water?
- Pages point to Radhanagar in the Andamans and Agatti in Lakshadweep for clear island water and good reef visibility.
- Which beach is most famous in India?
- Goa is called the most popular beach destination of India, and Radhanagar is often named the most beautiful in the Andamans.
- Which Indian state is known for its beautiful beaches?
- Goa is the best known, with Kerala also often named; one page says Kerala houses the best beaches of India.
