This complete list gathers 1,054 beaches from around the world in one place. The selection includes well-known shorelines, hidden coves, and unusual coastal spots across many countries.

Beaches are stretches of sand, pebbles, or shells that form where land meets an ocean, sea, or lake. They vary widely in color, size, and character, from white tropical sand to dramatic black volcanic shores. Some beaches stay quiet and remote, while others draw millions of visitors each year. They shape local tourism, support coastal wildlife, and offer space for swimming, surfing, and rest.

Interesting and little-known facts about Beaches:

• Most sand on the world’s beaches comes from eroded rock carried by rivers over thousands of years.
• Hawaii has green sand beaches colored by a mineral called olivine.
• The longest beach in the world, Praia do Cassino in Brazil, stretches about 150 miles.
• Pink sand beaches get their color from tiny red marine organisms mixed into the sand.
• Some beaches “sing” or squeak when you walk on them because of the shape of their sand grains.
• Coral reefs near beaches can produce new white sand as parrotfish grind and digest coral.

The alphabetical index below sorts every beach from A to Z for easy browsing. Each page lists the name, country, city, type, and a short description so you can quickly compare entries.