Northern Sardinia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Alghero - Northern Sardinia showing street scenes
Alghero - Northern Sardinia which includes a marina
Mugoni Beach showing a beach as well as a large group of people
Mugoni Beach which includes a sandy beach
Alghero - Northern Sardinia

"Benvenuto" to Alghero - Northern Sardinia! Alghero - Northern Sardinia is surrounded by the picturesque beaches, forests and wetlands of popular Sardinia.

Rome, which is the national capital, is located 220 miles (354 kilometers) northeast of Alghero - Northern Sardinia, while Olbia is 60 miles (97 kilometers) to the northeast.

Try not to limit yourself to Alghero - Northern Sardinia the wider region features plenty of cultural and scenic attractions just waiting to be explored. You'll also find Laconi, 19 miles (31 kilometers) to the north, and Santu Lussurgiu 19 miles (31 kilometers) to the east.

About 25 miles (40 kilometers) to the southwest of Alghero - Northern Sardinia is Oristano, a regional center where you can visit Cathedral of Oristano, Church of Santa Chiara (Chiesa di Santa Chiara) and Statue of Eleanor (Statua di Eleonora d'Arborea). Oristano St. Francisco Church (Chiesa di San Francesco) and Tower of St. Christophoros are also good to visit.

When the sun is shining, why not take the chance to investigate Sardinia's gardens, open-air museums and farms?. Discover some of the pieces of the region's rich cultural fabric within Sardinia's excellent history museums, theaters and nature museums.

Camping and bird watching are just a few of the options for relaxation in the Sardinia area. Have you ever wondered if you'd be brave enough to have a try sky diving? This area is the perfect spot to give it a go.

Everything has to end, but be rest assured, when it's time to say "Ciao", rest assured, you'll have many special photos and memories to remember your time here.

Italy is a great location for a beach holiday. If you like beach holidays in Alghero then you're sure to love our cheap beach holidays to Amalfi CoastOpens in a new window or our Capri beach holidaysOpens in a new window. Book now with Expedia and find out why.

Where to stay in Northern Sardinia

San Teodoro

San Teodoro City Centre

5/5(11 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the parks and spas in San Teodoro City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at San Teodoro Beach or San Teodoro Port.

San Teodoro City Centre
Olbia showing street scenes

Olbia City Centre

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

Unique features of Olbia City Centre include the coffee shops and waterfront views. Make a stop by Piazza Matteotti or Church of San Paolo while you're exploring the area.

Olbia City Centre
Alghero showing general coastal views

Alghero City Centre

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Alghero City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Piazza Civica and Alghero Market.

Alghero City Centre
Alghero featuring heritage architecture and a house

Alghero Old City

You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Alghero Old City. You might want to make time for a stop at Piazza Civica or Alghero Market.

Alghero Old City
Default Image

Lido

4/5(14 area reviews)

Visitors highly recommend Lido for its beaches, and you can make a stop by San Giovanni Beach while you're in town.

Lido
Default Image

Isola Rossa

Unique features of Isola Rossa include the waterfront views and beaches. Make a stop by Isola Rossa Beach or Isola Rossa Marina while you're exploring the area.

Isola Rossa
Jazz Hotel
Jazz Hotel
4 out of 5
Via Degli Astronauti, 2, Olbia, SS
The price is £176 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£176
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Olbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (989 reviews)
"Modern clean excellent staff. Grocery store across street"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Jazz Hotel
Aethos Sardinia
Aethos Sardinia
5 out of 5
Loc. La Conia, Cannigione, Arzachena, SS
The price is £502 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
£502
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Arzachena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (211 reviews)
"Did not benefit from breakfast or room upgrade"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Aethos Sardinia
COLONNA RESORT, a Colonna Luxury Beach Hotel, Porto Cervo
COLONNA RESORT, a Colonna Luxury Beach Hotel, Porto Cervo
5 out of 5
Via Capo Ferro km 1,8 - Loc. Cala Granu, Porto Cervo, Arzachena, SS
The price is £387 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
£387
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Arzachena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Capriccioli Beach and Carla Granu are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (237 reviews)
Beautiful Grounds, Pool and Beach area
"Great location, about 10 min drive from Porto Cervo. Huge pool area and nice private beach. Staff very friendly. Cleaning staff very efficient. It was nice to see turtles roaming the property. I recommend them to offer Irons and Ironing boards to guests instead of having to pay for the service. Don’t ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

COLONNA RESORT, a Colonna Luxury Beach Hotel, Porto Cervo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
La Smeraldina Resort
La Smeraldina Resort
Lottizzazione Juanmalcu, Santa Teresa di Gallura, SS
Stay at this residence in Santa Teresa di Gallura. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Porto Pollo Beach and Delle ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (18 reviews)
Bel endroit pour une pause
"Le personnel est très gentil mais la directrice qui était à l accueil est peu aimable et très distante avec les clients"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

La Smeraldina Resort
Bagaglino I Giardini di Porto Cervo
Bagaglino I Giardini di Porto Cervo
4 out of 5
Via Spargi, 18, Porto Cervo, Arzachena, SS
Stay at this 4-star beach residence in Arzachena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Capriccioli Beach and Marina ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (140 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with spectacular view of the ocean. Staff were very helpful and kind. Room was spacious and very clean. There is plenty of food places around the area. Never had problems finding parking. We will definitely come back, grazie mille!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Bagaglino I Giardini di Porto Cervo
Residence Sos Alinos
Residence Sos Alinos
3 out of 5
Localita Sos Alinos, Cala Liberotto, Orosei, NU
Stay at this 3-star residence in Orosei. Enjoy free parking, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions Spiaggia di Porto Corallo and Cala ...
Overall great
"Our room was very clean and the air conditioning works very well. The kitchen is fully equipped and the shower was great as well. Unfortunately, there was no WIFI in the room. The reception gave us a password for the WIFI near the pool, but it didn't work at any time. Also, they don't provide any ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sep 2022

Residence Sos Alinos
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Things to do

Cities near Northern Sardinia