169 Fun Things to do at the Beach
Going to the beach is not only good for your mind, but also your body and soul.
There are so many great reasons why you should pack your bag and head to the beach whenever you can.
Some of the fun things to do at the beach include:
- Salt water and minerals can soothe aching joints
- Rest and relax
- Decrease stress levels
- Get some Vitamin D
- Get away from technology
- Enjoy company of family and friends
- Enjoy quiet alone time
- Exfoliate your skin with sand
- Swimming or surfing is a great workout
- Make new friends
- Discover or learn something new
Before we get into the complete list of things to do at the beach, here are some quick suggestions for fun beach activities depending on whether you are going alone, with family or friends.
Fun things to do at
the beach alone
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- Swimming
- Kayaking
- Surfing
- Stand up paddleboarding
- Play with your pet
- Bodyboarding
- Read books / magazines
- Meditate
- Yoga
- Float on an inflatable
Fun things to do at the
beach for adults
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- Scuba Diving
- Sailing
- Kite surfing
- Jet Skiing
- Fishing
- Parasailing
- Play badminton
- Play beach volleyball
- Go 4WD driving
- Go wakeboarding
Fun things to do at the
beach with kids
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- Look for seashells and sea glass
- Look for sea critters
- Draw pictures in sand
- Build a sandcastle
- Make sand angels
- Build ball track
- Design a sand maze
- Play musical towels
- Dig a hole
- Have a balloon water fights / competition
Fun things to do at the
beach for teenagers
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- Photography
- Underwater photography
- Play beach tennis
- Explore tide pools
- Slide down sand dunes
- Ride a quad bike
- Ride a Segway
- Fly a drone
- Play beach cricket
- Watergun fight
Fun things to do at the
beach with family
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- Picnic / BBQ
- Fishing
- Build sculptures by the sea
- Fly a kite
- Dolphin / whale watching
- Create art with shells and pebbles
- Play noughts and crosses
- Treasure hunt
- Relax and do nothing
- Play Beach bowling
Fun things to do at the
beach with friends
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- Boating
- Water skiing
- Throw a Frisbee
- Have a swim race
- Kick the ball
- Bury a time capsule for your friends to find
- Limbo contest
- Play mini golf
- Have sand races
- Ride a water scooter
Fun things to do at the
beach for couples
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- Identify footprints
- Collect driftwood
- Send a message in a bottle
- Make a keepsake beach in a jar
- Find a pet
- Learn a new skill
- Ring toss onto bottle
- Enjoy a body scrub
- Cover your partner in sand
- Look for shapes in the clouds
Fun things to do at the
beach at night
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- Watch the sunset
- Build a bonfire
- Roast marshmallows
- Star gaze
- Have a dance party
- Have an outdoor movie night
- Camp at the beach
- Take photos of the moon and stars
- Watch for bioluminescence waves
- Journal or write poetry
169 Fun Beach Activities
There’s something magical about a day at the beach — whether you’re there to relax, explore, or dive into a new adventure, the possibilities are endless. From building sandcastles and collecting seashells to trying your hand at stand-up paddleboarding or spotting dolphins on the horizon, there’s fun for everyone.
To help you make the most of your time by the sea, we’ve put together a Beach Activities Checklist filled with ideas to suit all ages and energy levels. Some activities are perfect for spontaneous fun, others might need a little preparation, and a few are the kind of moments you just have to seize when they come your way.
Print out the checklist, tick off each activity as you go, and don’t forget to capture those special beach memories. Share your photos on Instagram using the hashtags #adventurehq_travel and #adventurehqbeach — we’d love to see what adventures you discover!
1. Swimming
2. Kayaking
3. Surfing
4. Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP)
5. Sailing
6. Scuba Diving
7. Snorkelling
8. Catch up on a podcast / audiobook
9. Bodyboarding
10. Beach Tennis
11. Kite surfing
12. Jet Skiing
13. Fishing
14. Parasailing
15. Rowing
16. Boating
17. Water skiing
18. Photography
19. Underwater photography
20. Swimming with dolphins
21. Dolphin / whale watching
22. Dolphin Interactions
23. Throw a Frisbee
24. Picnic / BBQ
25. Fishing
26. Read books / magazines
27. Look for seashells & glass
28. Look for sea critters
29. Write messages in sand
30. Draw pictures in sand
41. Create art with shells and pebbles
42. Make footprints in the sand
43. Identify footprints
44. Collect driftwood
45. Explore tide pools
46. Cover a friend with sand
47. Slide down sand dunes
48. Fly a kite
49. Play hopscotch
50. Look for shapes in the clouds
51. Design a sand maze
52. Jump over waves
53. Play musical towels
54. Dig a hole
55. Play noughts and crosses
56. Treasure hunt
57. Yoga at the beach
58. Have a Swim race
59. Kick the ball
60. Bounce ball on the water
71. Meditate
72. Beach cricket
73. Set up obstacle course
74. Blow bubbles
75. Paint rocks and shells
76. Limbo contest
77. Play I spy
78. Create shell jewellery
79. Play mini golf
80. Build a channel to the sea
81. Look for fossils
82. Collect pebbles
83. Have Sand races
84. Beach bowling
85. Play Marco Polo
86. Relax and do nothing
87. Make friends
88. Make a sand sundial
89. Send a message in a bottle
90. Make a keepsake beach in a jar with sand and shells
101. Build a bonfire
102. Roast marshmallows
103. Star gaze
104. Have a dance party
105. Outdoor movie night
106. Camp at the beach
107. Take photos of the moon and stars
108. Watch for bioluminescence waves
109. Journal or write poetry
110. Ride a Segway
111. Ride a water scooter
112. Ride a quad bike
113. Take in the view
114. Slide and swing on inflatable obstacle course
115. Dive off a floating jungle gym
116. Go wakeboarding
117. Water skiing
118. Long jump competition
119. Enjoy art displays and exhibitions
120. Shop at beach markets
131. Go canoeing
132. Create beach aquarium
133. Watch sunrise
134. Do a workout
135. Build a car / truck track
136. Water races
137. Water volleyball
138. Build a flying fox
139. Build driftwood sculptures
140. Slide / roll down sand dunes
161. Work at the beach
162. Practice synchronised swimming
163. Try water handstands
164. Play hide and seek
164. Explore beach with binoculars
165. Play a game of bull rush
166. Create artwork from sand and water
167. Draw or paint beach landscape
168. Play rugby on the beach
169. Ride water bike
Whether you’re planning an action-packed beach day or just seeing where the tides take you, having a checklist on hand can make your adventure even more memorable. From spontaneous swims to once-in-a-lifetime wildlife sightings, every beach trip is an opportunity for fun and discovery. And don’t forget the little things that make life easier—like a custom lanyard to keep your keys, phone waterproof pouch, or ID safe while you’re out and about. Now grab your checklist, head to the sand, and start ticking off those beachside memories!
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Ivana Katz is a Sydney based website designer and travel blogger. Having her own business has given her the freedom to explore the world. She believes travel is the best teacher and her passion for adventure, writing and photography has taken her and her son to some amazing places, including Hawaii, Canada, Fiji, Greece and Czech Republic. Ivana’s favourite thing about travelling is learning, discovering hidden gems and creating memories. She loves nothing more than inspiring other women to chase their dreams and explore the world with their families and friends.
