Day Trips

Everything we've written about Day Trips in Sardinia.

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.

Rocky mountain formation above green forest under blue sky
Day TripsGallura

Bear Rock Palau: A Short Walk, Big Views

Visit Roccia dell’Orso, the Bear Rock in Palau. Easy 20-minute walk, striking tafoni formations, and sweeping views over La Maddalena and Corsica.

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.

Colorful carnival ride at sunset with bright lights
Day TripsGallura

Olbia’s San Simplicio Fair at Parco Fausto Noce

Plan your May visit to Olbia’s San Simplicio fair. Rides, street food, and local traditions at Parco Fausto Noce, with timings, tips, and routes.

Path with stone ruins and a cloudy blue sky.
Archaeology & NuraghiCagliari & Campidano

Tuvixeddu Necropolis: Cagliari’s Ancient City

Explore the Tuvixeddu necropolis in Cagliari, a vast Punic and Roman burial hill. History, how to visit, and a half-day itinerary nearby.

Blue patterned scarf on rocky ground outdoors
Day TripsGallura

San Pantaleo Market: Meet DalilaCI Swimwear

Discover DalilaCI at the San Pantaleo market in Gallura. Local swimwear, limited prints, inclusive fits. How to visit, when to go, and where to find her.

Day TripsCagliari & Campidano

Planetario de L’Unione Sarda: Reading Hall Guide

Discover the calm reading and exhibition hall at Planetario de L’Unione Sarda in Cagliari, with tips, nearby sights, and a practical half-day plan.

Day TripsOristanese & Sinis

Sardinia Planetarium at Sardegna in Miniatura

Explore the Planetario e Museo dell’Astronomia at Sardegna in Miniatura: immersive shows, hands-on exhibits, and an easy inland day trip from Cagliari.

Ruins of a building against a bright sky.
BeachesSulcis-Iglesiente

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.

Monument overlooking landscape at sunset
Day TripsCagliari & Campidano

Monumento a Lord Brassey: history and views

Visit the Monumento a Lord Thomas A. Brassey in southern Sardinia. A quiet hilltop stop near Santa Barbara on the SP4 with wide sunset views.

Two horses in a field at sunset
Day TripsOristanese & Sinis

Giara di Gesturi: Wild Horses and Quiet Trails

Explore Giara di Gesturi near Cagliari: wild horses, quiet trails, seasonal ponds and Nuragic history. Routes, safety tips, and best times to visit.