Discover Sardinia
Places, beaches, towns and events to enjoy all year round, from the coast to the heart of the island.
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Places to discover
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PlaceTortolì
Rocce Rosse, Arbatax
Discover the Rocce Rosse of Arbatax, Ogliastra’s iconic red porphyry sea stacks, especially striking at sunrise and sunset.
PlaceCagliari
Sella del Diavolo
Discover Sella del Diavolo in Cagliari: legends, history, hiking trails and spectacular views over Poetto Beach and the Gulf of Angels.
PlaceIglesias
Masua and Porto Flavia
Discover Porto Flavia at Masua, a remarkable mining engineering project built into the cliff above the sea, facing the Pan di Zucchero sea stack.
Beaches
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BeachBaunei
Cala Mariolu
Cala Mariolu is located on the Baunei Coast and is one of Italy’s most beautiful beaches. It is also known as Ispuligidenie, meaning “snow fleas”.
BeachSan Teodoro
Cala Brandinchi
Discover Cala Brandinchi near San Teodoro: fine white sand, shallow turquoise water and views towards Tavolara in north-east Sardinia.
BeachLa Maddalena
Spiaggia Rosa di Budelli
Discover Budelli’s famous Spiaggia Rosa in the La Maddalena Archipelago, a protected natural landmark known for its distinctive pink sand.
Towns and villages
Towns and villages →
TownCagliari
Cagliari
Discover Cagliari, Sardinia's capital: Castello, historic districts, Poetto beach, Molentargius flamingos, museums, viewpoints and local cuisine.
TownUlassai
Ulassai
Discover Ulassai in Ogliastra: limestone cliffs, Lequarci waterfalls, Su Marmuri Cave, archaeology, Maria Lai art and outstanding hiking and climbing.
TownBosa
Bosa
Discover Bosa on Sardinia’s west coast: colourful streets, Malaspina Castle, Bosa Marina, local food, traditions and places to visit nearby.
Ferries to Sardinia
FerryFerries to Sardinia
Ferries to Sardinia: the ports of Cagliari, Olbia, Golfo Aranci, Porto Torres and Arbatax, routes from Italy, France, Corsica and Spain, and how to book.
FerryFerries to Cagliari
Ferries to Cagliari: routes from Civitavecchia, Naples, Palermo and other ports, how to reach the port, its services and what to see when you arrive.
FerryFerries to Arbatax
Ferries to Arbatax, the port of Ogliastra: routes from Genoa and Civitavecchia, how to reach the port, services and what to see, from coves to Red Rocks.
FerryFerries to Olbia
Ferries to Olbia: routes from Genoa, Livorno, Piombino and Civitavecchia, how to reach the port, terminal services and what to see nearby.
FerryFerries to Golfo Aranci
Ferries to Golfo Aranci: routes from Livorno, Civitavecchia, Piombino, Nice and other ports, how to get there, port services and nearby beaches.
FerryFerries to Porto Torres
Ferries to Porto Torres: routes from Genoa, Civitavecchia, Savona, France, Corsica and Barcelona, how to reach the port, services and what to see.
Travel ideas
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Travel ideaWhat to See in Cagliari in 2 Days
What to see in Cagliari in 2 days: a practical itinerary through Castello, Bastione, Marina, Poetto, Molentargius and Sella del Diavolo.
Travel ideaWhat to See in Alghero and Nearby
What to see in Alghero and nearby: the old town, Capo Caccia, Neptune's Grotto, Palmavera, Anghelu Ruju, beaches and the scenic road to Bosa.
Travel ideaNorth Sardinia: 7-Day Itinerary
A 7-day North Sardinia itinerary through Olbia, Costa Smeralda, La Maddalena, Capo Testa, Castelsardo, Stintino, Asinara and Alghero.
Travel ideaSouth Sardinia: 7-Day Itinerary
A one-week South Sardinia itinerary covering Cagliari, Villasimius, Costa Rei, Nora, Chia, Tuerredda, Sant'Antioco and Porto Flavia.
Travel ideaSardinia's West Coast: Road Trip Itinerary
Plan a road trip along Sardinia's west coast, from Alghero and Bosa to Sinis, Tharros, Costa Verde, Porto Flavia, Sant'Antioco and Carloforte.
Travel ideaCala Goloritzé Named Among the World's 100 Best Beaches in 2024
Discover Cala Goloritzé, one of three Italian beaches included by Lonely Planet among the world's 100 best beaches for 2024.