Where it is and how to get there<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nThe Costa Smeralda is a stretch of coast in the Gallura region, running from Porto Cervo to the Portisco area. The most practical way of getting there is definitely by air, landing at Olbia Costa Smeralda airport. We\u2019d advise you to explore it by car, so that you can move around freely.\u00a0<\/p>\n![\"panorama](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/volare.volotea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Olbia.jpg?resize=640%2C479&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\nArzachena and its steps\u200b<\/strong>\u200b<\/strong><\/h3>\nOne thing that you definitely won\u2019t be expecting to see in Arzachena is the steps running up to the Church of Santa Lucia. Every year they are “painted” and the theme is changed. In 2021 the artist Giorgio Casu decorated the steps by creating an amazing Tree of Life.<\/strong> Incredible, don\u2019t you think? And so that you don\u2019t miss anything, visit Italy\u2019s smallest museum: the Scatola del Tempo (time box), which tells the story of life in the village.<\/p>\n![\"scalinata](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/volare.volotea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Volotea-9.jpg?resize=640%2C853&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\nLa Contea di Rena: the rock adventure park<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nA trip is not really out of this world unless you also experience something unusual, with that extra little thrill. If you\u2019re wondering what to do on Costa Smeralda, then don\u2019t miss out on the Contea di Rena<\/strong><\/a>, the rock adventure park. <\/strong><\/p>\nThe well-equipped hiking trails are breath-taking, with highlights such as Tibetan bridges, wooden walkways, obstacles, a fixed-aid mountain route and two cable cars<\/strong>. What surprised us most was the Conca di Li Colbi (the crows\u2019 cave). We\u2019re sure you\u2019ll have a fantastic time there.<\/p>\n![\"parco](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/volare.volotea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Volotea-1.jpg?resize=640%2C853&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\nLu Branu: educational farm and stazzo museum<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nLu Branu<\/strong><\/a> farm<\/strong> is a family-run business, dating back to the 1950s. There\u2019s a unique atmosphere here, as if you\u2019ve been catapulted onto an American farm, where the animals are the real stars of the show. And be sure to visit the Stazzo Museum<\/strong>, which can be booked from April to October. Did you know that the \u201cstazzo gallurese\u201d (Gallura farmhouse) was the farmhouse of the past? <\/p>\n![\"agriturismo](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/volare.volotea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Volotea-10.jpg?resize=640%2C853&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\nThe town of San Pantaleo, an open-air museum<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nThere are plenty of towns and villages to see on Costa Smeralda and these include San Pantaleo, a real open-air museum, with its characteristic narrow streets and low stone houses, typical of Gallura. <\/strong>It seems to belong to another era: the doors and windows of the traditional farmhouses are colourful, and the window ledges and facades are covered with brightly coloured plants. <\/p>\nVisit the little church of San Pantaleo, built in 1903. Go up to the first floor for a lovely view of the town and the surrounding landscape, where granite peaks rise up all around. It will be love at first sight!<\/p>\n![\"san](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/volare.volotea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Volotea-7.jpg?resize=640%2C853&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\nCannigione, a village with some of the most beautiful sunsets<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nIn Cannigione you can admire some truly fabulous sunsets. We\u2019ve seen some amazingly moving twilights here. But sunrise is also a stunning sight and certainly on the list of things to see in Cannigione. A walk along the front is a must, with its murals, boutiques and artisan shops. A route so romantic that it immediately warmed our hearts!<\/p>\n![\"cannigione](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/volare.volotea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Volotea-3.jpg?resize=640%2C853&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\nColourful Tempio Pausania\u200b<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nTempio Pausania is one of the most beautiful towns in Sardinia: bursting with colour and extremely welcoming. It\u2019s worth spending at least one full day here. The old town is lovely and peaceful and you can immerse yourself completely here in the island\u2019s typical customs and way of life.<\/p>\n
The town is also famous for the most important carnival in Sardinia<\/strong><\/a>, known as the “Carrasciali Tempiesu”. One of the most iconic spots is undoubtedly Piazza Faber, named after Italian singer-songwriter Fabrizio de Andr\u00e8 in 2016. Lose yourself among the town\u2019s alleyways; the historical houses and villas display their grey granite facades.<\/p>\n![\"tempio](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/volare.volotea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Volotea-5.jpg?resize=640%2C853&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\nAn interesting little fact: did you know that there\u2019s a Smurfs\u2019 House in Sardinia? <\/strong>The cute little house can be found nestling in a fairytale setting. It\u2019s a \u201cConca Fraicata\u201d (a natural rock formation, formed over time by the erosion of chemicals and enclosed by granite walls, which are very common in Gallura). This house stands on private land on Monte Pulchiana, so first make sure that the owner will be there to show you inside. Here <\/strong><\/a>is the exact location.<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"casa](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/volare.volotea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Volotea-11.jpg?resize=640%2C853&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\nAggius and the Museum of Banditry<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nThe village of Aggius is famous for its Museum of Banditry<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>and its textile heritage. For those interested in Sardinian history, the museum is a must. It houses a collection of accounts, documents, weapons and other items relating to bandits, skilful criminals who tried every which way to gain control over various parts of the island.<\/p>\n
<\/figure>\nArzachena and its steps\u200b<\/strong>\u200b<\/strong><\/h3>\nOne thing that you definitely won\u2019t be expecting to see in Arzachena is the steps running up to the Church of Santa Lucia. Every year they are “painted” and the theme is changed. In 2021 the artist Giorgio Casu decorated the steps by creating an amazing Tree of Life.<\/strong> Incredible, don\u2019t you think? And so that you don\u2019t miss anything, visit Italy\u2019s smallest museum: the Scatola del Tempo (time box), which tells the story of life in the village.<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nLa Contea di Rena: the rock adventure park<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nA trip is not really out of this world unless you also experience something unusual, with that extra little thrill. If you\u2019re wondering what to do on Costa Smeralda, then don\u2019t miss out on the Contea di Rena<\/strong><\/a>, the rock adventure park. <\/strong><\/p>\nThe well-equipped hiking trails are breath-taking, with highlights such as Tibetan bridges, wooden walkways, obstacles, a fixed-aid mountain route and two cable cars<\/strong>. What surprised us most was the Conca di Li Colbi (the crows\u2019 cave). We\u2019re sure you\u2019ll have a fantastic time there.<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nLu Branu: educational farm and stazzo museum<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nLu Branu<\/strong><\/a> farm<\/strong> is a family-run business, dating back to the 1950s. There\u2019s a unique atmosphere here, as if you\u2019ve been catapulted onto an American farm, where the animals are the real stars of the show. And be sure to visit the Stazzo Museum<\/strong>, which can be booked from April to October. Did you know that the \u201cstazzo gallurese\u201d (Gallura farmhouse) was the farmhouse of the past? <\/p>\n<\/figure>\nThe town of San Pantaleo, an open-air museum<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nThere are plenty of towns and villages to see on Costa Smeralda and these include San Pantaleo, a real open-air museum, with its characteristic narrow streets and low stone houses, typical of Gallura. <\/strong>It seems to belong to another era: the doors and windows of the traditional farmhouses are colourful, and the window ledges and facades are covered with brightly coloured plants. <\/p>\nVisit the little church of San Pantaleo, built in 1903. Go up to the first floor for a lovely view of the town and the surrounding landscape, where granite peaks rise up all around. It will be love at first sight!<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nCannigione, a village with some of the most beautiful sunsets<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nIn Cannigione you can admire some truly fabulous sunsets. We\u2019ve seen some amazingly moving twilights here. But sunrise is also a stunning sight and certainly on the list of things to see in Cannigione. A walk along the front is a must, with its murals, boutiques and artisan shops. A route so romantic that it immediately warmed our hearts!<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nColourful Tempio Pausania\u200b<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nTempio Pausania is one of the most beautiful towns in Sardinia: bursting with colour and extremely welcoming. It\u2019s worth spending at least one full day here. The old town is lovely and peaceful and you can immerse yourself completely here in the island\u2019s typical customs and way of life.<\/p>\n
The town is also famous for the most important carnival in Sardinia<\/strong><\/a>, known as the “Carrasciali Tempiesu”. One of the most iconic spots is undoubtedly Piazza Faber, named after Italian singer-songwriter Fabrizio de Andr\u00e8 in 2016. Lose yourself among the town\u2019s alleyways; the historical houses and villas display their grey granite facades.<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nAn interesting little fact: did you know that there\u2019s a Smurfs\u2019 House in Sardinia? <\/strong>The cute little house can be found nestling in a fairytale setting. It\u2019s a \u201cConca Fraicata\u201d (a natural rock formation, formed over time by the erosion of chemicals and enclosed by granite walls, which are very common in Gallura). This house stands on private land on Monte Pulchiana, so first make sure that the owner will be there to show you inside. Here <\/strong><\/a>is the exact location.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/figure>\nAggius and the Museum of Banditry<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nThe village of Aggius is famous for its Museum of Banditry<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>and its textile heritage. For those interested in Sardinian history, the museum is a must. It houses a collection of accounts, documents, weapons and other items relating to bandits, skilful criminals who tried every which way to gain control over various parts of the island.<\/p>\n
<\/figure>\nLa Contea di Rena: the rock adventure park<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nA trip is not really out of this world unless you also experience something unusual, with that extra little thrill. If you\u2019re wondering what to do on Costa Smeralda, then don\u2019t miss out on the Contea di Rena<\/strong><\/a>, the rock adventure park. <\/strong><\/p>\nThe well-equipped hiking trails are breath-taking, with highlights such as Tibetan bridges, wooden walkways, obstacles, a fixed-aid mountain route and two cable cars<\/strong>. What surprised us most was the Conca di Li Colbi (the crows\u2019 cave). We\u2019re sure you\u2019ll have a fantastic time there.<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nLu Branu: educational farm and stazzo museum<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nLu Branu<\/strong><\/a> farm<\/strong> is a family-run business, dating back to the 1950s. There\u2019s a unique atmosphere here, as if you\u2019ve been catapulted onto an American farm, where the animals are the real stars of the show. And be sure to visit the Stazzo Museum<\/strong>, which can be booked from April to October. Did you know that the \u201cstazzo gallurese\u201d (Gallura farmhouse) was the farmhouse of the past? <\/p>\n<\/figure>\nThe town of San Pantaleo, an open-air museum<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nThere are plenty of towns and villages to see on Costa Smeralda and these include San Pantaleo, a real open-air museum, with its characteristic narrow streets and low stone houses, typical of Gallura. <\/strong>It seems to belong to another era: the doors and windows of the traditional farmhouses are colourful, and the window ledges and facades are covered with brightly coloured plants. <\/p>\nVisit the little church of San Pantaleo, built in 1903. Go up to the first floor for a lovely view of the town and the surrounding landscape, where granite peaks rise up all around. It will be love at first sight!<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nCannigione, a village with some of the most beautiful sunsets<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nIn Cannigione you can admire some truly fabulous sunsets. We\u2019ve seen some amazingly moving twilights here. But sunrise is also a stunning sight and certainly on the list of things to see in Cannigione. A walk along the front is a must, with its murals, boutiques and artisan shops. A route so romantic that it immediately warmed our hearts!<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nColourful Tempio Pausania\u200b<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nTempio Pausania is one of the most beautiful towns in Sardinia: bursting with colour and extremely welcoming. It\u2019s worth spending at least one full day here. The old town is lovely and peaceful and you can immerse yourself completely here in the island\u2019s typical customs and way of life.<\/p>\n
The town is also famous for the most important carnival in Sardinia<\/strong><\/a>, known as the “Carrasciali Tempiesu”. One of the most iconic spots is undoubtedly Piazza Faber, named after Italian singer-songwriter Fabrizio de Andr\u00e8 in 2016. Lose yourself among the town\u2019s alleyways; the historical houses and villas display their grey granite facades.<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nAn interesting little fact: did you know that there\u2019s a Smurfs\u2019 House in Sardinia? <\/strong>The cute little house can be found nestling in a fairytale setting. It\u2019s a \u201cConca Fraicata\u201d (a natural rock formation, formed over time by the erosion of chemicals and enclosed by granite walls, which are very common in Gallura). This house stands on private land on Monte Pulchiana, so first make sure that the owner will be there to show you inside. Here <\/strong><\/a>is the exact location.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/figure>\nAggius and the Museum of Banditry<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\nThe village of Aggius is famous for its Museum of Banditry<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>and its textile heritage. For those interested in Sardinian history, the museum is a must. It houses a collection of accounts, documents, weapons and other items relating to bandits, skilful criminals who tried every which way to gain control over various parts of the island.<\/p>\n
The well-equipped hiking trails are breath-taking, with highlights such as Tibetan bridges, wooden walkways, obstacles, a fixed-aid mountain route and two cable cars<\/strong>. What surprised us most was the Conca di Li Colbi (the crows\u2019 cave). We\u2019re sure you\u2019ll have a fantastic time there.<\/p>\n Lu Branu<\/strong><\/a> farm<\/strong> is a family-run business, dating back to the 1950s. There\u2019s a unique atmosphere here, as if you\u2019ve been catapulted onto an American farm, where the animals are the real stars of the show. And be sure to visit the Stazzo Museum<\/strong>, which can be booked from April to October. Did you know that the \u201cstazzo gallurese\u201d (Gallura farmhouse) was the farmhouse of the past? <\/p>\n There are plenty of towns and villages to see on Costa Smeralda and these include San Pantaleo, a real open-air museum, with its characteristic narrow streets and low stone houses, typical of Gallura. <\/strong>It seems to belong to another era: the doors and windows of the traditional farmhouses are colourful, and the window ledges and facades are covered with brightly coloured plants. <\/p>\n Visit the little church of San Pantaleo, built in 1903. Go up to the first floor for a lovely view of the town and the surrounding landscape, where granite peaks rise up all around. It will be love at first sight!<\/p>\n In Cannigione you can admire some truly fabulous sunsets. We\u2019ve seen some amazingly moving twilights here. But sunrise is also a stunning sight and certainly on the list of things to see in Cannigione. A walk along the front is a must, with its murals, boutiques and artisan shops. A route so romantic that it immediately warmed our hearts!<\/p>\n Tempio Pausania is one of the most beautiful towns in Sardinia: bursting with colour and extremely welcoming. It\u2019s worth spending at least one full day here. The old town is lovely and peaceful and you can immerse yourself completely here in the island\u2019s typical customs and way of life.<\/p>\n The town is also famous for the most important carnival in Sardinia<\/strong><\/a>, known as the “Carrasciali Tempiesu”. One of the most iconic spots is undoubtedly Piazza Faber, named after Italian singer-songwriter Fabrizio de Andr\u00e8 in 2016. Lose yourself among the town\u2019s alleyways; the historical houses and villas display their grey granite facades.<\/p>\n An interesting little fact: did you know that there\u2019s a Smurfs\u2019 House in Sardinia? <\/strong>The cute little house can be found nestling in a fairytale setting. It\u2019s a \u201cConca Fraicata\u201d (a natural rock formation, formed over time by the erosion of chemicals and enclosed by granite walls, which are very common in Gallura). This house stands on private land on Monte Pulchiana, so first make sure that the owner will be there to show you inside. Here <\/strong><\/a>is the exact location.<\/strong><\/p>\n The village of Aggius is famous for its Museum of Banditry<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>and its textile heritage. For those interested in Sardinian history, the museum is a must. It houses a collection of accounts, documents, weapons and other items relating to bandits, skilful criminals who tried every which way to gain control over various parts of the island.<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nLu Branu: educational farm and stazzo museum<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nThe town of San Pantaleo, an open-air museum<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nCannigione, a village with some of the most beautiful sunsets<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\nColourful Tempio Pausania\u200b<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\nAggius and the Museum of Banditry<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n
![\"museo](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/volare.volotea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Volotea-8.jpg?resize=640%2C853&ssl=1\")
<\/figure>\n![\"monte](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/volare.volotea.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Volotea-6.jpg?resize=640%2C853&ssl=1\")
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