Day Trips

Everything we've written about Day Trips in Sardinia.

Champagne bottles on beach table with yachts
BeachesGallura

Cala Portese, Caprera: Two Seas, One Beach Day

Plan a relaxed beach day at Cala Portese on Caprera. Two seas, clear water and a handy beach club, plus tips for wind, parking and ferries.

Girls with dogs enjoy snowy mountain view.
Day TripsBarbagia & Nuorese

Snow in Fonni: Sardinia’s Winter Escape

Discover snow in Fonni, Sardinia’s highest town. A clear plan for a winter day with sledding, murals, local food, and artisan stops in Barbagia.

Santissima TrinitĂ  di Saccargia, Sardinia, Italy
HistorySassari & Logudoro

Basilica di Saccargia: A Romanesque Icon

Plan a visit to the Basilica di Saccargia near Sassari: history, striking black-and-white facade, frescoes, and practical tips for your trip.

Bowling lanes with colorful mural and pins
Day TripsCagliari & Campidano

Playcity Sestu: Bowling and Family Fun Near Cagliari

Easy indoor fun near Cagliari. Playcity Sestu has bowling, arcade games and billiards at La Corte del Sole, a handy stop for families, friends and groups.

Artist holding large abstract painting in studio
ArtCagliari & Campidano

Visit Mariano Chelo’s Atelier in Cagliari

Discover Art Atelier di Mariano Chelo in Cagliari: a working studio with Sardinian identity, easy to add to a central walk. Tips, route, and nearby art.

Ruins of a building against a bright sky.
HistoryCagliari & Campidano

Laveria Brassey: Exploring Arbus’s mining past

Visit Laveria Brassey near Arbus for a quiet look at Sardinia’s mining heritage. Practical day trip tips and nearby Costa Verde highlights included.

Modern sculpture in turquoise sea, Sardinia coastline
ArtGallura

Sirenetta di Golfo Aranci: times and how to see it

Plan your visit to the Sirenetta di Golfo Aranci. Find typical show times, what to expect, where to watch, and practical tips for a smooth visit.

Rocky mountain with cloudy sky background
HikesGallura

Monte SaccĂąri Hike: Cabu Abbas, Olbia Guide

Discover Monte SaccĂąri near Olbia: a moderate hike through maquis and the Cabu Abbas springs, with panoramic views of Tavolara and Gallura.

Mediterranean hotel courtyard with pool and palm trees
AccommodationCagliari & Campidano

Phi Hotel Sighientu Near Cagliari: Practical Guide

Planning Phi Hotel Sighientu near Cagliari? See who it suits, how to get there, beach and pool tips, nearby day trips, and key planning checks.

Fried calamari and mussels on wooden platter
RestaurantsSulcis-Iglesiente

Ittiturismo Su Giudeu: Honest Seafood Near Porto Pino

Ittiturismo Su Giudeu serves ultra-fresh seafood near Porto Pino. Our review covers the standout fritto misto, what to order, prices, and booking tips.

Rocky coastal cliffs and sandy beach shoreline
BeachesGallura

A Day at Sea Lounge Cala Spinosa, Capo Testa

Plan a relaxed day at Sea Lounge Cala Spinosa in Capo Testa near Santa Teresa Gallura, with coastal walks, swims, sunset views, and local craft tips.

Old wooden door in rustic stone wall
Day TripsBarbagia & Nuorese

Lollove, Sardinia: A Quiet Day Trip from Olbia

Plan a respectful visit to Lollove in Sardinia, a stone hamlet near Nuoro. Slow walks, history, and a calm day trip from Olbia with craft stops.