Frequently asked questions

May, June and September are the sweet spot — warm sea, long days, and far fewer crowds than July and August. Spring is best for hiking and wildflowers; October still offers swimmable water in the south. August is peak season: beautiful, but busy and at its most expensive.

For most trips, yes. Public transport connects the main towns, but the beaches, villages and viewpoints that make Sardinia special are spread out. Book a hire car early for summer visits — airport availability tightens from June onwards.

It depends what you're after. Gallura and the Costa Smeralda for glamour and granite coves; Alghero and the Coral Coast for a walkable historic town base; Ogliastra for wild beaches and hiking; Cagliari for city life, food and the south's long sandy bays. Our regions pages break each one down.

Very. Shallow, sheltered beaches like Pittulongu and Cala Brandinchi are ideal for small children, distances between a beach, a town and dinner are short, and Sardinians are famously welcoming to kids. Look for our Family and Kids categories for specific recommendations.

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