Sardinia is an enchanting island adorned with cactus-spiked mountain ranges, pristine beaches, and millions of sheep. The island offers visitors an opportunity to walk on winding cobbled streets, go on epic coastal dives, and enjoy great local food.
Located right in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, Sardinia is the second-largest Italian island. The island is situated immediately south of Corsica. Similarly, it can be accessed in 5 hours by boat from Rome, or in 7 hours by car from Nice.
With 1840 kilometres of shoreline, the island is an Italian region with the longest coastline. It features a wide range of beaches in its cities. If you have read about the fabled Costa Smeralda or Emerald Coast, its actual location is Sardini. However, the opulent jet-set haven has a staggering number of mysterious dwellings, hides and forts, prehistoric destinations, windswept ruins, and lots more.
Wondering why you should visit Sardinia? The island has so much to offer everyone. Here are some of the things to do in Sardinia when you visit;
Start your adventure in Cagliari and the Costa Sud
The island’s capital, Cagliari, offers a wide range of interesting things to see and do. For instance, you can visit Piazza della Costituzione to Bastione San Remy, which once served as a stronghold of the Castello quarter with sweeping views of the surroundings.
Another place to see is the Museo Archeologico Nazionale, housing ancient goldwork and Roman, Punic, and Greek artefacts. Costa Sud has white sandy beaches like Spiaggia Sa Colonia and Porto Campana or family getaways.
See The Ruins of Tour Nuraghe Su Nuraxi
While you will find hundreds of stone towers in Sardinia, Tour Nuraghe Su Nuraxi is one of the best-preserved ruins. UNESCO cited the ruin as the most significant restoration in the Mediterranean. It can take at least 30 minutes to explore the 11th-century archaeological site and explore the stacked dome created out of dry stones.
A spiral stairway links the three floors, which allows you to appreciate the artistry and engineering skills of the prehistoric people. Casa Zapata Museum is another major draw in the village, where you will see an excavated nuraghe under the building.
Visit the Costa Smeralda.
Costa Smeralda has many stories that make it a special place to visit. You will discover beaches in craggy coves washed by a green sea. The enchanting cosseted resort villages look like the Riviera and Greek islands.
Porto Cervo is without a doubt the most well-known tourist destination on Costa Smeralda. It’s considered the capital of Sardinia and was built from the ground up to accommodate millionaires and celebrities from all over the world. The marina features the world’s most luxurious sailboats and 1960s private yachts. In addition, you can take a boat to see some of the secluded beaches in the region.
The city features elite boutiques, hotels, and restaurants. La Sotto Piazza and La Passeggiata are the two main business streets. Some of the attractions include the resort town of Cannigione, the Gulf of Arzachena, and the sybaritic L’ea Bianca Luxury Resort. If you want to see some famous people or celebrities, you should go to the Piazzetta di Porto Cervo.
Get Lost in Alghero
The vibrant city of Alghero has a language similar to Spanish, with signs and labels written in Spanish. History has it that a 14th-century Pope offered Sardinia Island to the King of Aragon when he wanted to take over Pisa and Genoa.
As a result, some families from Catalonia and Aragon got fiefdoms from the king as a reward for giving up Alghero. Away from the history of this enchanting city lies the church of San Francesco, where mass is conducted in Catalan. The cathedral has a 13th-century cloister and a Spanish Gothic doorway. You can climb the walls to watch the Mediterranean sunset in the evenings. There are several accommodation options at the famous Capo Caccia, Villa Las Tronas Hotel & Spa.
Fall Under the Spell of Nuraghe Losa
With the number of Nuraghe scattered around Sardinia, you may wonder why Nuraghe Losa is special. Of course, each nuraghe you visit offers you a different experience, but the charming Nuraghe Losa is among the best on the island. Lighted by recessed lamps, you don’t have to struggle to find your way inside.
The structure has three outer towers that create a triangular bastion with a maze of stone passageways. On the second floor, you can see intact Bronze Age structures. In addition, there is a museum housing bronze bracelets and artefacts.
Explore the Arzachena Prehistoric Sites
The Arzachena Prehistoric Sites have some of the highest numbers of ancient attractions that would blow your mind away. It contains burial sites, nuraghi, and Tomba Gigante, known as the curious chambered tombs.
You will see the 18th-century tunnel grave of Coddu Vecchiu with an entry facade of flat stones. A similar entrance from Li Lolghi has a giant standing stone and houses stone graves built inside circles of flat standing.
Another attraction is the unusually shaped Nuraghi Albucci, followed by the most recently excavated Nuraghe La Prisgiona. Finally, you will find the tastefully decorated cottages of Tenuta Pilastru in the hills.
Take a Boat Tour to Arcipelago de la Maddalena
From the port of Palau, you can take a ferry to La Maddalena, a charming town in the Strait of Bonifacio, nestled between Corsica and Sardinia. Tourists come here for the beaches, while others take the bridge and causeway to visit the island of Caprera.
La Maddalena is home to Giuseppe Garibaldi, known for fighting for Italy’s independence and unity. The destination has become a national monument that brings people from different parts of the world.
Visit the Holy Well
Make your visit to Sardinia more memorable by visiting the Holy Well, an ancient reserved well temple. The destination has a nuraghe tower for your climbing to witness a magnificent view of a prehistoric stone villa from a wildflower-strewn roof. Don’t forget to step out with a flashlight to get a great view of the interior of the nuraghe.
Climb the mountain ridge to see Nuoro and the Gennargentu
You can cling atop the steep mount ridge of Nuoro to see its precipitous environment, which allows you to see things in every direction. You can walk into the 19th-century Santa Maria Della Neve cathedral above the cliff.
If you want to explore Gennargentu, you can begin from Nuoro. But, first, we must tell you that Gennargentu is the most beautiful and rugged interior mountain in Sardinia. From Gennargentu, you can visit some of the remote villages that have not witnessed the transformation.
We bet you will have your heart pounding when you drive through the narrow and steep roads.
See the aerial view of Valle Dei Nuraghi
The Valle Dei Nuraghi, is ringed beautifully by cones of volcanoes. You will find many prehistoric sites here, especially the massive Nuraghe Santu Antine. The 16th-century Santu Antine has three towers linked to a defensive wall. In addition, you can see Sant’Andrea Priu tombs created into a rock.
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