The most beautiful beach in the world? It is located in Sardinia (and you will fall in love with it): discover the 2025 ranking

Forget the Caribbean and the Maldives! The most beautiful beach in the world is Italian. To conquer the first place in the famous ranking The World’s 50 Best Beaches 2025 it is the enchanting Cala Goloritzéuncontaminated jewel of the Sardinia, which has been called “a mystical amphitheater on the beach”. “Its wild beauty has the power to excite from the first glance. Whether you look from above or stand by the sea with your feet immersed in the water, the scenario is truly breathtaking” can be read in the reasons. It is the only European location, except for a Greek beach, inserted in the top 10.

Italy closes the ranking, drawn up based on the votes of over 1,000 professionals and influencers in the travel sector, with another jewel of Sardinia, the iconic Hairy of Stintino.

The Top 100 of the Migi Migi world beaches 2025

Cala Goloritzé – Sardinia

First classified: the wonderful Cala Goloritzé, pearl of the Gulf of Orosei. This corner of paradise is renowned for its suggestive 143 meters high limestone pin that dominates the bay and the rock arch. Its waters are extraordinarily clear and turquoise shades: the fragrant Mediterranean scrub that surrounds the bay make everything even more fascinating. The beach can only be reached on foot or by boat and this makes it even more intimate and uncontaminated.

Entalula Beach – Philippines

Jewel of the Filippine Calamin Islands, Entalula Beach is a small private island with white sand and crystal clear waters. Her tranquility and natural beauty make it an exclusive destination for those looking for a corner of paradise away from mass tourism.

Bang Bao Beach – Thailand

Bang Bao Beach, located on the island of Koh Chang, is famous for its fishing village on stilts and the calm waters ideal for snorkeling. The palms that skirt the beach and the relaxed atmosphere make it one of the most appreciated destinations in Thailand.

BEACH FTRI – Kefalonia, Greece

Accessible only by sea or through a steep path, give Beach on the island of Kefalonia offers golden sand and turquoise waters. Surrounded by cliffs and lush vegetation, it is one of the most suggestive beaches in Greece.

PK 9 Beach – French Polynesia

This idyllic beach is located in Fakarava (French Polynesia), is part of the UNESCO biosphere reserve and is considered one of the most magical places in the southern Pacific. Remote and uncontaminated, it is the perfect place for those who love snorkeling and love tranquility.

Canto de la Plata – Soana, Dominican Republic

Located in Las Terrenas, Canto de la Playa is a golden sandy beach with turquoise waters and palm trees that offer natural shadow. Its wild beauty and relaxed atmosphere make it one of the best in the Dominican Republic and the world.

Anse Source d’Argent – Seychelles

Anse Source d’Argent, on the island of La Digue, is famous for its rocky granite formations, white sand and crystal clear waters. Despite its global popularity, an atmosphere of peace is breathed on this beach.

Nosy Iranja – Madagascar

Nosy Iranja is an island composed of two small lands connected by a narrow strip of white sand. Its turquoise waters and rich marine life make it an ideal destination for snorkeling and diving lovers.

Ofu Beach – American Samoa

Ofu beach, in the American Samoa archipelago, is a white sandy beach with crystal clear waters and a coral reef rich in marine life.

Grace Bay – Turks Islands and Caicos

Grace Bay, located on the island of Providenciales, is famous for its white sand and turquoise waters. Its calm waters and natural beauty make it one of the most appreciated beaches of the Caribbean.

The complete ranking

  1. Cala Goloritzè, Sardinia, Italy
  2. Etalula beach, Philippines
  3. Bang Bao beach, Thailand
  4. Fotori beach, Greece
  5. PK 9 Beach, French Polynesia
  6. Canto de la Playa, Dominican Republic
  7. Anse Source d’Argent, Seychelles
  8. Nosy Iranja, Madagascar
  9. Of Ofu beach, American samba
  10. Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos
  11. Turquoise bay, Australia
  12. Bounders Beach, South Africa
  13. Pink beach, Indonesia
  14. Shoal Bay East, Anguilla
  15. Denwah lagoon, Yemen
  16. Voutaumi beach, Greece
  17. One Foot Island, Cook Islands
  18. Playa de Rodas, Spain
  19. Playa Balandra, Mexico
  20. Pontal do Atalaia, Brazil
  21. Wharton Beach, Australia
  22. Cayo de Agua, Venezuela
  23. Seven Mile Beach, Cayman Islands
  24. Cayo Zapatilla, Japan
  25. Baia do Sancho, Brazil
  26. Bay of Horseshoe, Bermuda
  27. Palambak island, Indonesia
  28. Freedom Beach, Thailand
  29. The Baths, British Virgin Islands
  30. Anse Georgette, Seychelles
  31. Ffryes beach, Antigua and Barbuda
  32. Grand Anse, Grenada
  33. Le Morne beach, Mauritius
  34. Bahía de Las águila, Dominican Republic
  35. Meads Bay, Anguilla
  36. Porto Katsiki, Greece
  37. Nudey beach, Australia
  38. Bon Bon Beach, Philippines
  39. Saadiyat beach, United Arab Emirates
  40. Goyambokka beach, Sri Lanka
  41. Playa Punta Uva, Costa Rica
  42. Siesta Beach, United States
  43. Paje beach, Zanzibar
  44. Small beach of Bonaire, Bonaire
  45. Cathedral Cove Beach, New Zealand
  46. Santa Giulia, France
  47. Gardner Bay, Ecuador
  48. Keem Beach, Ireland
  49. Sandbench from Kuramathi, Maldives
  50. La Pelosa, Sardinia, Italy