Nearby
Beaches, dinners and walks we genuinely recommend, on the coast and in the city.
Tips checked against their sources in September 2026. Hours, menus and access change, so check before you go.
Solanas and the south-east coast
From Solanas the coast road reaches Villasimius in about twelve minutes, with coves and beaches along the way. (Sea View, Garden Terrace)
Beaches
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Illustration Beaches · Solanas · Sinnai
Solanas Beach
Start close to your coastal base with the beach at Solanas itself.
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Photo: Sheruinza, CC BY-SA 4.0 Beaches · Quartu Sant’Elena
Cala Regina
Choose this rocky coastal stop for its rugged scenery and a different kind of shore.
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Photo: Ramon Espiña Fernandez, CC BY-SA 3.0 Beaches · Quartu Sant’Elena
Mari Pintau
A pebble shore and vivid water make this a memorable stop along the coastal road.
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Illustration Beaches · Villasimius
Porto Sa Ruxi
Small sandy bays and coastal vegetation on an outing towards Villasimius.
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Cala Monte Turno
White sand meets a dark volcanic headland in this compact Castiadas bay.
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Photo: Giorgio Galeotti, CC BY-SA 4.0 Beaches · Castiadas
Cala Sinzias
A longer sweep of white sand for a planned day along the Castiadas coast.
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Photo: gian luca bucci, CC BY 3.0 Beaches · Castiadas
Cala Pira
A sandy cove to add to a coastal day beyond Villasimius.
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Where to eat
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Illustration Where to eat · Solanas · Sinnai
Da Barbara
A seafood restaurant in Solanas itself, useful when you prefer to stay in the village.
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Illustration Where to eat · Villasimius
Sa Tankitta
A traditional restaurant to consider for a sit-down dinner in Villasimius.
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Sandalyon Villasimius Restaurant
Plan a Sardinian dinner at this Via Giotto restaurant.
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Illustration Where to eat · Villasimius
Prandiu
A central Villasimius stop to investigate for a casual meal.
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Illustration Where to eat · Villasimius
Ginepri Bistrot
A restaurant option to plan into a day around the Villasimius coast.
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Aperitivo and bars
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Illustration Aperitivo and bars · Villasimius
Baccusardus
Share a Sardinian board and choose a local wine during an evening in Villasimius.
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Dry Hop Villasimius
Burgers and craft beer for an informal change of pace in Villasimius.
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Culture
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Photo: Olaf Tausch, CC BY 3.0 Culture · Villasimius
Museo Archeologico di Villasimius
Add local history to a day in Villasimius with a visit to its archaeological museum.
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Cagliari
The centre is easy on foot: Castello above, the Marina towards the harbour, Poetto a short ride away. (Sottosopra)
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Photo: Chris, CC BY 2.0 Beaches · Cagliari
Poetto
A long beach and seafront promenade for a full afternoon by the water.
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Photo: Cristiano Cani from Cagliari, Italia, CC BY 2.0 Beaches · Cagliari
Calamosca Beach
A smaller coastal cove when you want an alternative to the long Poetto shore.
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Where to eat
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Illustration Where to eat · Cagliari
Ditrizio Pasticceria
A pastry-led start to a city morning. Browse the counter before choosing your breakfast.
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Antico Caffè
Pause for coffee in one of the centre’s historic cafés, close to the Bastion.
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Kremet
An easy gelato stop in Piazza Yenne during an evening in the centre.
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Pescheria Bianchi
Make seafood the focus of dinner at this fishmonger and restaurant.
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Impasto
Fresh pasta, pizza and bread: a useful choice when everyone wants something different.
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Illustration Where to eat · Cagliari
Sa Tracca
Keep this close-to-home pizzeria on the shortlist for a casual dinner.
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Illustration Where to eat · Cagliari
Su Cumbidu
A host-suggested address for a Sardinian dinner in the Marina quarter.
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Illustration Where to eat · Cagliari
Il Volo Mare
A waterfront seafood option to plan into an evening by the harbour.
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Illustration Where to eat · Cagliari
Luigi Pomata
Choose a seafood-focused evening on Viale Regina Margherita.
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Antica Cagliari Ristorante
A Sardinian dining address in the Marina quarter, suited to an evening in the centre.
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Aperitivo and bars
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Illustration Aperitivo and bars · Cagliari
Libarium Nostrum
Climb to Castello for a drink on the terrace above the city.
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Illustration Aperitivo and bars · Cagliari
American Bar Biffi
An intimate city-bar option for a cocktail after dinner.
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Illustration Aperitivo and bars · Cagliari
Le Terrazze di Calamosca
Make the coast part of your aperitivo plans at Calamosca.
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Culture
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Photo: Ryan Hodnett, CC BY-SA 4.0 Culture · Cagliari
Bastione Saint Remy & Castello
Start with the terrace views, then wander into Castello’s lanes.
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Photo: Unukorno, CC BY 4.0 Culture · Cagliari
Cattedrale di Santa Maria
Pair a visit to the cathedral with a slow walk through Castello.
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Nature
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Photo: Daniel Ventura, CC BY-SA 4.0 Nature · Cagliari
Orto Botanico
Trade the city streets for a quieter walk among the botanical garden’s plants.
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Photo: SferaDue, CC BY-SA 4.0 Nature · Cagliari
Parco Molentargius-Saline
Explore the salt-pan landscape and look for flamingos on a nature-focused outing.
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