Poetto Beach – Sardinia, Italy

Poetto is a stunning 8 kilometer sandy beach located just outside Cagliari, the capital of Sardinia. With its golden sands and crystalline blue waters, it’s easy to see why this is such a popular beach destination. As Sardinia’s largest beach, there’s plenty of space to relax in the sun or go for long strolls along the shoreline.

Poetto

What to Do

•  Swimming and Sunbathing: The calm, clear waters make Poetto beach ideal for swimming and lounging on the sand. The beach has gradually sloping sands and lifeguards on duty in summer.
•  Beach Clubs: There is no shortage of beach clubs offering sun loungers, umbrellas, drinks and snacks along the promenade. Prices vary but count around €10-20 per person.
•  Beachfront Trail: A paved trail stretches the entire length of the beach for walking, running, biking or skating with beautiful sea views.
•  Relaxation: Find your own quiet spot to unwind on this extra long beach, especially off-season when crowds are smaller.

Where to Eat

There is no shortage of restaurants, cafes and beach bars along Poetto where you can grab a snack or meal. Places like Gantalli, Onda Marina and Il Lido offer delicious seafood, Pizza, sandwiches and classic Italian fare.

Where to Stay

Some nice hotel options right along the Poetto beachfront include:

Hotel La Villa del Mare – Elegant rooms with sea views and an outdoor pool. Friendly staff.

Hotel Villa Sveva – Simple, clean rooms in a central location across from the beach.

Hotel Chentu Lunas – Family-run hotel with balcony rooms 50m from the beach. Great hospitality.

Parking

Parking lots can be found all along the Poetto promenade, with prices around €5 per day. Hotels may also have limited private parking available.

Poetto

Brief Info

•  City: Cagliari
•  Island: Sardinia
•  Country: Italy
•  Fly to: Cagliari Airport – 10 mins by car
•  Ideal for: Families, Couples, Nature Lovers

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