--- title: 5 Best Beaches In and Near Akko (2026) | Top in Israel description: The best beaches in and near Akko in 2026 — the city's Argaman and Palms beaches, Achziv's coves and the Western Galilee coast, with facilities and tips. canonical: https://www.topinisrael.com/akko/best-beaches/ last-updated: 2026-09-25 --- # The 5 Best Beaches In and Near Akko (2026) Updated September 2026 · 5 picks The best beaches near Akko in 2026 are Argaman Beach, the city's main lifeguarded beach just south of the walls, Achziv National Park 25 minutes north, and Betzet Beach near Rosh HaNikra. Akko's coast is quieter than Tel Aviv's, and the Western Galilee shore north of it has some of the prettiest beaches in Israel. Here are 5. ## 1. Argaman Beach — South of the Old City Akko's main beach — long, sandy and lifeguarded, with the old city on the horizon. **₪** Budget **Best for** Families · Couples · Groups Argaman Beach is Akko's main public beach, a long sandy stretch running south of the old city with a view back to the walls and minaret. In season it has lifeguards, showers, shade and cafés, and it is where Akko families spend their summer evenings. It is the easiest beach to combine with a day in the old city. **Good to know:** Stay for sunset — the old city is silhouetted against the light from here. [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/Argaman%20Beach%20Akko) ## 2. Shavei Zion Beach — Shavei Zion, 10 minutes north A small, calm village beach with rocky shallows, between Akko and Nahariya. **₪** Budget **Best for** Families · Couples Shavei Zion is a small seaside village between Akko and Nahariya, and its beach is a quieter alternative to the town beaches either side. The shoreline mixes sand with flat rock shelves and shallow pools that children love to explore, and the pace is slow even in summer. Swim only in the lifeguarded area and check the flag. **Good to know:** Bring water shoes — the rock shelves are the best part and they are sharp underfoot. [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/Shavei%20Zion%20Beach) ## 3. Achziv National Park — Achziv, 25 minutes north Protected coves, rock pools and lawns around an ancient harbour town. **₪₪** Mid-range **Best for** Families · Couples Achziv National Park protects a stretch of coast around the ruins of an ancient port town, with sheltered coves, shallow rock pools and wide lawns shaded by trees. The lagoons are calm enough for small children, and the snorkelling around the rocks is good on a calm day. There is an entrance fee, and it combines well with Rosh HaNikra's sea grottoes a few minutes further north. **Good to know:** Pair it with Rosh HaNikra's grottoes — ten minutes up the road. [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/Achziv%20National%20Park) · [Website](https://www.parks.org.il/en/reserve-park/achziv-national-park/) ## 4. Betzet Beach — Near Rosh HaNikra, 30 minutes north A wild, quiet beach below the white cliffs of the Lebanese border. **₪** Budget **Best for** Couples · Families · Groups Betzet Beach is a long, natural beach just south of Rosh HaNikra, with clear water, rocky shallows and the white chalk cliffs of the border as a backdrop. It is less developed than Achziv and far less crowded, with a campground and basic facilities in season. It is the beach for people who want the Western Galilee coast at its most untouched. **Good to know:** Walk the shoreline toward the cliffs in the morning, before the heat. [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/Betzet%20Beach%20Israel) ## 5. Galei Galil Beach — Nahariya, 15 minutes north Nahariya's full-service beach, with a promenade and pools. **₪₪** Mid-range **Best for** Families Galei Galil is Nahariya's main beach complex, with lifeguarded swimming, a promenade, cafés and, in season, pools beside the sea. It is the most family-friendly beach on this coast, with everything on hand, and Nahariya's town centre is a short walk away. Expect crowds on summer weekends. **Good to know:** Go on a weekday in summer — weekends fill with families from across the north. [Google Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/Galei%20Galil%20Beach%20Nahariya) Own a beach in Akko? ## Be on this list in 2027 A limited number of businesses can secure a place in each 2027 guide — written up by us, in the same format as every entry above. [Feature your business in 2027](https://www.topinisrael.com/feature-your-business/) Places are limited and go in the order they’re confirmed. ## Frequently asked questions ### Can you swim in Akko? Yes, at the lifeguarded beaches during the bathing season, roughly May to October. Do not swim off the old city walls or rocks, and swim only when lifeguards are on duty. ### What is the best beach near Akko for families? Argaman Beach in Akko itself or Galei Galil in Nahariya — both have lifeguards, shade, showers and cafés. ### Is Achziv beach worth the drive? Yes. Achziv's protected coves and rock pools are among the most beautiful stretches of coast in Israel, and it combines naturally with Rosh HaNikra. ### When is beach season on the northern coast? Officially from around May to October. 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