Welcome to the complete list of beaches that start with the letter G, featuring 30 shores from around the world. The collection runs alphabetically from “Glass Beach” to “Gaios Beach,” spanning every kind of coastline you can imagine. You’ll find tropical white-sand bays, rugged surf breaks, sheltered snorkeling coves, black volcanic shores, and even rare inland beaches. People visit these places to swim, surf, snorkel, relax in the sun, watch wildlife, or simply enjoy the view.
Beaches are stretches of sand, pebbles, or rock where the land meets a sea, ocean, lake, or other body of water. Some are wild and remote, while others sit beside busy cities or famous landmarks. One standout here is Glass Beach in California, where decades of dumped glass were smoothed by the waves into colorful sea glass.
Below you’ll find the table with the beach name, country, city, type, and a short description.
Beach: The name of each beach, so you can quickly spot it, search for it online, or recognize it when planning a trip.
Country: The country where each beach is located, helping you understand its region and decide if it fits your travel plans.
City: The nearest city or town to the beach, giving you a clear sense of how to reach it and what’s close by.
Type: A short label describing the beach’s main character, such as surf, white-sand, or cove, so you know what to expect.
Description: A quick summary of what makes each beach special, including its scenery, activities, and any notable features worth knowing.
Famous for the colorful sea glass that covers its shore, remnants of decades of dumped glass smoothed by the waves. It sits within MacKerricher State Park on the Mendocino Coast.
Grace Bay Beach
A 12-mile stretch of powder-white sand and turquoise water, regularly ranked among the world’s best beaches. It is protected by a barrier reef ideal for snorkeling.
Glass Beach
A small Caribbean shore scattered with sea glass near the island’s capital. It is a quieter, lesser-known spot favored by collectors and beachcombers.
Gulpiyuri Beach
A tiny inland beach connected to the Cantabrian Sea by underground tunnels, so the tide rises and falls without a visible ocean. It is a protected natural monument.
Galley Bay Beach
A serene crescent of golden sand backed by a tropical lagoon and palm trees. It is popular for swimming, sunsets, and birdwatching.
Glen Beach
A sandy stretch near Camps Bay below Lion’s Head, known for its consistent surf and dramatic mountain backdrop. It is popular with local surfers and bodyboarders.
Gillespie Beach
A remote, driftwood-strewn beach near the Fox Glacier, fringed by rainforest and the Southern Alps. It was once a gold-mining settlement and has a small lagoon nearby.
Gisborne Beach
A long Pacific-facing beach in one of the first cities in the world to greet the sunrise. Waikanae and Midway beaches here are popular for surfing and swimming.
Greens Pool
A calm, crystal-clear lagoon sheltered by large granite boulders that block the open ocean swell. It is a favorite for safe swimming and snorkeling in William Bay National Park.
Goa Beach
A general name for the famous coastline of Goa, lined with golden sands, palm groves, and lively beach shacks. Calangute, Baga, and Anjuna are among its best-known stretches.
Geographe Bay Beach
A sheltered, calm-water bay popular for swimming, with the historic Busselton Jetty stretching nearly two kilometers into the sea. It is a relaxed family destination.
Gokarna Beach
A laid-back beach beside a Hindu pilgrimage town, framed by hills and quieter than nearby Goa. Om Beach and Kudle Beach add to its backpacker charm.
Gyeongpo Beach
One of the largest and most popular beaches on Korea’s east coast, known for its pine forests, nearby lake, and summer festivals. It hosted Winter Olympic visitors in 2018.
Garrapata Beach
A rugged, scenic beach along the Big Sur coastline within Garrapata State Park. It features dramatic cliffs, wildflowers, and frequent whale and otter sightings.
Gardner Beach
A pristine white-sand beach famed for sea lions, marine iguanas, and seabirds in the Galápagos. It offers excellent snorkeling in calm, clear waters.
Glyfada Beach
A popular sandy beach along the Athens Riviera, lined with cafes, bars, and marinas. It is a lively spot for city dwellers seeking sun and sea.
Grand Anse Beach
A two-mile sweep of soft white sand and clear water, considered Grenada’s finest beach. It is dotted with resorts, restaurants, and a craft market.
Grotta della Poesia
A natural sinkhole pool connected to the Adriatic Sea, surrounded by ancient ruins. Its name means “cave of poetry,” and it is a favorite swimming and cliff-jumping spot.
Galera Beach
A pebbly cove on the Costa Tropical sheltered by cliffs, popular for diving and snorkeling in clear Mediterranean water. It lies within a protected marine area.
Guincho Beach
A wild, windswept Atlantic beach near Lisbon famous for strong winds that make it a world-class windsurfing and kitesurfing destination. It is backed by dunes and a natural park.
Galveston Beach
A long stretch of Gulf of Mexico shoreline along Galveston Island, lined with a historic seawall and pier. It is a popular getaway for swimming and fishing.
Gordons Bay
A small, sheltered cove between Coogee and Clovelly known for clear water and an underwater nature trail for snorkelers and divers. It has no sand at high tide but excellent marine life.
Gerakas Beach
A golden-sand beach within a protected marine park and a key nesting site for loggerhead sea turtles. Strict rules limit access to safeguard the turtles.
GenBeach
A small, locally loved Caribbean cove with calm turquoise water and good snorkeling. It is quieter than the island’s busier resort beaches.
Gnaraloo Bay
A remote bay on the edge of Ningaloo Reef, prized for surfing, snorkeling, and turtle nesting. Its turquoise lagoon sits beside rugged red coastal scenery.
Grand Beach
A long, sandy freshwater beach on the shores of Lake Winnipeg, backed by tall dunes and a marsh boardwalk. It is one of the most popular beaches in the Canadian prairies.
Grjótá Beach
A dramatic black volcanic sand beach in southern Iceland near the famous Reynisfjara coastline. It features basalt formations and powerful Atlantic surf.
Garajau Beach
A volcanic pebble beach beside a protected marine reserve, reached by cable car and popular for diving. It is overlooked by a large statue of Christ.
Guadalupe Beach
A quiet Pacific-facing stretch near the wine-country region of Baja, used for surfing and beach walks. It offers a rugged, less-developed coastline.
Gaios Beach
A series of small, pebbly coves near the harbor town of Gaios on the Ionian island of Paxos. The clear emerald water is ideal for swimming and boating.
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