Olbia (Sardinia). "Happy City" on the coast of Sardinia: Olbia (Italy)

Sardinia island and a trip to the city of Olbia for 3 days. The most interesting sights nearest beaches and hike to nuragha.

Let's start by tradition with the organizational component of any vacation or trip. This is information about how to get there, where to stay and how to use public transport.

How to get to the city of Olbia

1. : the easiest and cheapest way is city buses 2 and 10 for 1€, which take only 5-10 minutes to the city center. A taxi costs a fixed 15€, but it is also possible with a meeting at the airport for 30-40€.
2. : from the capital of Sardinia, it is best to get to Olbia by train. The ticket costs 18 € and is sold without extra charges on the Russian-language website.

Accommodation in Olbia

1. Hotels: the choice of hotels in Olbia is not large, but even among them it is better to look for. The site does not book accommodation, but indicates where to book cheaper. Take advantage and reduce the price from 10 to 20%.
2. Apartments: This option is for those who want to feel like a local resident and save money. I booked an apartment for . Read about my choice in a separate article with a detailed review.

Transport in Olbia

The city of Olbia is not big and the main attractions are easy to get around on foot, but it will definitely come in handy for a trip to the airport and to the beaches. To stop the bus, be sure to wave to the driver from the stop, otherwise he may pass by.

A single ticket costs 1€ when purchased at ASPO sales points or Tabacchi kiosks, and 1.5€ from the driver. This ticket is valid for 90 minutes and allows you to make transfers. When traveling more than 2 times a day, purchase a 24-hour pass for 2.8€.

Sights of Olbia in 1 day

There are much fewer interesting places in the city than in the capital of the island, so it’s enough to set aside 1 day for this. Below complete map all places visited in 3 days.

Piazza Regina Margherita - Piazza Regina Margherita

The square looks best in the evening, when all the tourists return from the beaches and fill the cafes and shops.

On the square sometimes caught free WiFi from the most prestigious hotel in the city. Do not rush to rejoice at the freebie, because in the evening you will not be able to sit down on a bench and post pictures. The shops are always busy in the evening, but during the day everyone is free.

Punic walls

From the square we will go to the main cathedral of Olbia, or rather to the basilica, but before that we will make a short detour to see the ruins of the city wall. To do this, we turn to the neighboring Piazza Giacomo Matteotti and dive into the courtyards.

Finding the ruins is not so easy, I had to climb through the yards between Via Torino and Via Acquedotto.

Basilica of San Simplicio

A straight road leads from the ruins of the wall to the basilica along Via Goffredo Mameli. I expected to see a hefty tall building in a small area, but it turned out the opposite. A small building and a large deserted square, which looked somehow fantastic. Didn't get inside because the basilica was closed.

The basilica was built in the 11th century, but slabs and stones from more than ancient temple and therefore it may seem that it is much older.

City Park Fausto Noce

The city park appeared in 2004, which you will be informed about by a sign at the entrance to the park. This is the most big park in Olbia, and we can say that before him there were no parks in the city, except for a small lawn near the pier.

Ahead is a 2 km walk to the Roman aqueduct and public transport does not go there, so we will stock up on strength and water in a supermarket near the park.

If you go the right way, bypassing the railway tracks, then there will be a 2 km detour, but we decided to take a chance and cut the road through the residential sector in the hope of finding a short passage. At the same time, on the way we looked at a one-story residential Sardinia.

Roman aqueduct

Having made the way through residential areas, I had to hiccup a hole in the fence through railway and he was just in the place where the aqueduct was. For photo comparison central entrance and black. With the help of this manhole, the road was halved from 2 km to 1 km.

There is almost nothing left of the aqueduct except a couple of stones, but this is much more than from the Punic walls. An aqueduct is a water supply system and you might think how advanced the city of Olbia was in the 5th century BC, but this is not entirely true. The aqueduct is not connected to the city system and historians suggest that it was used to supply the estate of the imperial family.

We return back almost the same way to Piazza Regina Margherita, we just go around the park and the basilica so as not to make a detour.

Corso Umberto I

From the square, now we are going east towards the sea, or rather, we will walk to the seaport along Corso Umberto I. In each resort town there is such a promenade street, during the day it is half empty, and in the evening it comes to life like the central square.

Somewhere in the middle of the street we will do small digression and turn onto Via Cagliari to see one of the few churches in the city.

Church of St. Paul

It is common to see Catholic churches in every city in Europe, and especially in Italy, on every corner, but here they are unusually few or even very few. This is the second one we found and never saw again. Compared to the basilica, this church can be considered a remake if we compare the 18th century with the 11th.

city ​​hall

The promenade street ends with the local city hall, usually such a building is called the town hall, but here I did not find such a name.

It is worth returning here in the evening for the sake of the opening bazaar. It is touristy and they sell all sorts of nonsense on it, but there is something interesting here - this is Sardinian honey.

Without turning anywhere from Corso Umberto I, we cross the road and go to Brin Pier, where only one parked sailboat was of interest.

Near the pier there is a small alley with the proud name of Giardinetti Park.

Just like the churches, Olbia cannot boast big amount museums. Maybe there are much more museums and churches, but next to the park we stumbled upon the Museum of Archeology and we didn’t see the Museum sign anywhere else.

What was my chagrin when I found out that this museum was free. This is how palm trees, the sea and mountains distract from clear thinking and make you forget even about freebies.

Seaport of Olbia

There was still time and it was decided to take a walk to the seaport. The total march from the park back and forth was about 3 km, and to be honest, seeing the station building and the parking lot at the end was not worth such sacrifices.

I wish I could write that the walk to the port was pleasant and the views were wonderful. I even tried to sit under the scorching sun on this bench. But the views were very mediocre, and the bench was so hot that it was impossible to sit there for more than a minute.

The road to the port partly passes through the military camp and this is felt even by the palm trees, which lined up exactly like soldiers in the ranks.

small streets

Small streets in Italy and throughout Europe are an atmospheric and unofficial landmark of many cities. It's always a pleasure to wander through them. This concludes the first day in Olbia.

Olbia city in 2 days

On the second day, we took a breather and went to the beach in the Pittulongu area. In total we passed 5 beaches in the area and detailed description I put each one in a separate story -.

We got to the beach on bus 4, having bought a ticket for 2.8 € before that at the Tabacchi kiosk near the filmed one.

The most transparent water best beach was at final stop 4 buses. The stop is named after BADOS beach. In order not to duplicate the story about the beaches, I will show only a couple of photos.

Olbia in 3 days

The whole road from the apartment up the mountain to the nuraghe and back took about 4-5 hours. After such a short track, you won’t want to do anything else because of fatigue and heat. Therefore, it is worth allocating a whole day for nuraghe.

That's the whole of Olbia in 3 days, but the trip around Sardinia by public transport is not over yet. Subscribe to the news and follow our budget trips.

The cost of a trip to Olbia for 3 days

Due to almost free housing, my expenses amounted to no more than 50 €, but this is more an exception, so I will give a budget calculation for staying in Sardinia in the city of Olbia. For example, we flew to Cagliari and decided to go to Olbia, and then to Porto Torres.

1. — 18€
2. 24 hour travel card - 2.8€
3. for 3 nights — 218€ (109€ per person)
4. — 9.5€

Total for 1 person for 3 days, the minimum spending will be 140 €, excluding food costs.

Have a nice holiday! Ms. Natalina

Tourists discovered Olbia for themselves in the middle of the 20th century, and since then this Italian resort town has been developing tirelessly. Due to its favorable location - in the gorge, which serves as protection from northern winds, - the climate is always favorable here. Every year this paradise tourists come for beach holiday and trips to picturesque surroundings.

About the resort

The history of Olbia (Olbia) takes us back to very ancient times. Officially, the settlement founded by the Carthaginians in the 6th-7th centuries BC., although at that time traces of an even more ancient civilization of the Nurugs, who lived in these parts in the 8th century BC, were preserved in it.

After the Carthaginians Olbia was owned by the Phoenicians, the Romans. During the Roman rule, the city was not only a major seaport (and, therefore, an economic and commercial center), but also a naval base.

The resort's name comes from from the ancient Greek Ολβιος, that is, “happy”. This was the name of the ancient settlement until the Middle Ages, then it was changed to the name Civita. In the XVIII-XIX centuries it was renamed again, this time Terranova - new earth. And only in the middle of the XX century the municipality decided to return hometown its original name is Olbia.

More recently, Olbia was for tourists only an intermediate, transit point on the way to more developed resorts, but today the urban infrastructure is so developed that Olbia is a completely modern and self-sufficient resort.

developed transport connection with neighboring regions of Sardinia, and the presence of an international airport in Olbia gives tourists more possibilities to get to know it wonderful corner Sardinia.

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Weather, beaches

The climate in Olbia is calm, like in many Mediterranean cities. Due to the fact that the city is practically located in the gorge, it protected from strong winds and sudden changes in temperature.

It rains here only in winter and autumn, and in spring and summer cloudless and hot weather sets in. The average air temperature in the summer months is from +24 to +29 degrees, and the water near the shore warms up to +26.

In Olbia itself, the beaches can be counted on the fingers, but they are all equipped and suitable for both families and active rest. In the vicinity of the resort are the most famous beaches in Italy for which numerous tourists come here.

North of Olbia (between the cities of Portisco and Porto Rotondo) are located beaches of Spiaggia del Sassi, Rena Bianca, Cugnana, Razza de Juncu.

In the south you can on the beaches of Le Saline, Porto Istana, Marina Maria. And also not far from Olbia are the famous beaches of the Costa Smeralda resort.

Attractions

The city has a large number ancient buildings and churches, so lovers of ancient sights have something to see. Take a look at the photos and descriptions of the most elegant places in Olbia in Sardinia.

• Historic city center(located across the square from the seaport) keeps the heritage of the times ancient rome. The area between Piazza Reina Margherita and Via Asponi has preserved the remains of ancient fortifications dating back to the Middle Ages (when the city was still called Civita).

  On the site of the church of St. Paul, there was previously a Punic temple dedicated to the mighty Hercules. Here, on the main historical square, is the municipality of Olbia and the central city library.
  

• San Simplicio (Basilica di San Simplicio). The time of its construction belongs to the Romanesque period (XII century). Until the middle of the XIX century, the Basilica of San Simplicio bore the title Cathedral Olbia. Saint Simplicio, after whom the Cathedral is named, was a bishop of Simpicia, who received in 304 AD. martyrdom for the faith. He later became considered the patron saint of Olbia.

• Church of St. Paul (San Paolo) located in the very high point historical center. It was built on the site of an ancient Roman temple in the middle of the 18th century. The facade of this church is unpretentious, but in Italy all churches are inconspicuous. appearance and richly decorated inside.

• Tomb of the Giants considered the largest burial on the island. The full name of the complex is the Tomb of the Giants of Su Monte de S'Aba.

  The tomb itself stretches for 28 meters in length, has a width of 6 meters, and the longest grave gallery is more than 10 meters. The construction of the tomb dates back to the Nuragic period. You can visit the tomb on any day from 10 am to 6 pm (admission is free).
  

• Witnesses of the era of the Romans - the farm of S′Imbalconadu, as well as the ancient Roman aqueduct. Both structures were built in the 2nd century BC, when the rule of the Romans reigned in Sardinia. The remains of the walls of the living quarters and buildings for livestock have been preserved on the farm.

  The Roman aqueduct, which had a length of about 7 kilometers, was the source fresh water for Olbia, water was supplied to the city center from springs on Mount Kabu Abbas. In 1990, the aqueduct was restored, and during the excavations, another large reservoir was discovered to collect water.
  

• Archaeological Museum. It is located opposite the ancient port, on the small island of Peddona. Museum expositions will tell visitors about the ancient periods of the city's life: Greek, Phoenician, Roman. Here you can also see the ruins and reconstructions of the ancient sea ​​vessels(they were found during excavations of the port).

  Among its most valuable exhibits is the terracotta head of the giant Hercules (it is believed that this cast is a copy of the lost bronze original). The museum can be visited from Wednesday to Sunday, opening hours are from 10 am to 1 pm and from 5 pm to 7 pm. The entrance is free.
  

• Palazzo di Pedres. ancient castle, from which only ruins remain today, is located on a hilltop, not far from Olbia.

  Most scientists are inclined to believe that the castle was built in the XII-XIII centuries for defensive purposes, as a defensive fortress. Later it housed a hospital, and in the Middle Ages the castle was completely abandoned.
  

• Fausto noce theme park(Parco Fausto Noce) is located in the heart of the spa town.

In addition, any Travel Company in Olbia offers various options for excursions, both in the city itself and in the environs of Olbia. It is also possible to make individual tours, which, in addition to Olbia, include visits to other Italian cities.

As for the Italian holidays, pleasant surprises await tourists here too. If you visit Olbia in May, then you can go to the feast of San Simplicio who is the patron saint of the city. In June there is a festival of mussels (holiday fair).

Restaurants and cafes

All restaurants and cafes of the city offer their guests to enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, the freshest seafood. The menu of any restaurant will definitely have pasta, and a variety of toppings and seasonings will delight any gourmet.

Special highlight - sauces for meals. They are cooked here according to old recipes, and the recipe for some sauces is passed down in families from generation to generation, and is a family secret.

restaurants, where can you taste national cuisine– Terra Sarda, Ristorante Gallura. Lunch for two here will cost about 38-40 euros (excluding alcoholic beverages).

Restaurant "Le Caravelle" will delight you with classic Roman cuisine, and in the restaurants "La Palma" and "Osteria del Mare" - excellent fish cuisine. By the way, the last restaurant has a very high rating in the Italian rating of restaurant establishments.

Hotels and Inns

It is noteworthy that some Olbia hotels are housed in ancient historical buildings built in the XVIII-XIX centuries. Naturally, these buildings have been restored and technically equipped, but for the most part their original appearance has been preserved, and any tourist can feel like a noble nobleman in the interiors of past centuries.

Perhaps this large and somewhat chaotic city, which is considered the "main port" of all Sardinia - not the best place for a comfortable and relaxing stay. After all, Olbia (Olbia]) receives most of the ferries from mainland Italy, and its albeit small, but international airport - the "lion's share" of aircraft with tourists. However, there are several charming places here, for example, the bustling Piazza Regina Margherita, which still retains the charm of the Middle Ages, or Corso Umberto adjoining it, which attracts travelers with an abundance of shops and cozy restaurants.

In addition, Olbia, although not the most beautiful in terms of the historical part or the coast, is considered the most developed corner of northern Sardinia in terms of infrastructure. It is here that the best restaurants, nice bars and pubs, as well as many shops and entertainment are located. It's not that you can't find it in other resorts on the Costa Smeralda, it's just that there is a choice here - and that says it all.

How to get to Olbia

Olbia International Airport (Olbia’s Aeroporto di Costa Smeralda) is located 5 km south of the city center and receives a lot of flights from all major cities Italy, and during the season - charters from Russia and the CIS countries. You can get there by buses number 2 and 10, or by private bus number 3. The fare is low, however, if you do not like to shake in public transport, it is worth renting a car, since there is a rental office at the airport.

Trenitalia trains connect Olbia with Cagliari (16-23 EUR, 4 hours on the way), however, you will have to make one (or even two - also in Macomer) change in Chilivani. In addition, trains run to Sassari (6-9 EUR, travel time 1 hour 44 minutes, three departures per day) and Golfo Aranci (1-2 EUR, 25 minutes, seven trains daily). The main railway station lies parallel to Via Gabriele d'Annunzio. Prices on the page are for September 2018.

In addition, due to its status as the "main port" of the island, Olbia wants - does not want, but receives daily ferries from Genoa, Civitavecchia and Livorno.

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Transport

Holiday Car Rental (Tel: 0789 2 84 96; Address: Via Genova 71) will be happy to provide you with a nice Fiat Punto for around 55-60 EUR per day. In total, there are more than 15 rental-a-car offices in the city, so it will not be difficult to find the best offer in terms of price and quality. Traveling by car in and around Olbia is a pleasure. Remember the main city highway is Corso Vittorio Veneto (Corso Vittorio Veneto), other important arteries lying perpendicular to it are Via Imperia, Via Sassari and Via G. Mameli . Finally, you will have a chance to ride along the parallel main street Corso Vittorio Veneto - Via Barcelona (Via Barcellona). If you are planning to travel outside the city, the most comfortable and safest route will be SS131 - a highway that goes around the entire island, along the coast.

Distances in the city are small, so you can travel on your own, or use the services of buses and taxis. These modes of transport in Olbia are inexpensive and comfortable.

Weather in Olbia

The best time to visit Olbia for sightseeing purposes is September, February and Christmas December. To enjoy the sun and warm sea- from May to October, when the temperature is around +25 °C...+30 °C.

Popular hotels in Olbia

Cuisine and restaurants

Since Olbia is a city on the coast, everyone local restaurants and cafes offer marine reptiles in abundance on their menu. But meat is also "in favor" here. It is worth trying the traditional piece of Da Gimmy pork and washing it down with local wine Officina Del Gusto. Of course, Italian cuisine cannot imagine itself without pasta, the highlight of pasta in Olbia is sauces - hand-made according to old recipes. We also advise you to try the local lobster, which is listed as Lobster Catalan Style on the menu (the best place where it is cooked, according to locals, is Le Caravella restaurant).

Already familiar to us, Corso Umberto (see introduction) is the best place for a pleasant dinner or an invigorating breakfast. Here you should look into Shergan or Terra Sarda, where national dishes are prepared. And also in Ristorante Gallura - a small and very cozy restaurant, the "hit" of which is polenta with saffron sauce. Fish is also excellent here, but be prepared to shell out at least 35-40 EUR for a main course.

The beaches of Olbia

There are several pretty beaches in Olbia, though not as luxurious and picturesque as further in the Costa Smeralda, but modernly equipped with everything that family tourists and active youngsters need.

The most popular beach is Pittulongu with white sand and a large collection of all kinds of shells in it. Nestled on the crescent-shaped coast, it is famous for its excellent restaurants and is easily accessible by public transport (address: Strada Provincale 82). Here you can go sailing and windsurfing (lessons are offered), canoeing and aqua scooter. Free parking- another plus of this beach.

Located along the Golgo Aranci, Bados beach is easily reached by train in 25 minutes, or by car via the SP82 highway. This is the most family and calm beach, there are also active entertainment on the water, but for the most part tourists come here just to swim and sunbathe. The abundance of pizzerias, restaurants and excellent hotels is the advantage of this place.

Porto Istana is four small beaches separated from each other by picturesque rock formations. It is opposite the Tavolara Marine area and offers excellent conditions for windsurfers. Ample parking for a small fee, several equipment rental stations, and cafes and a couple of restaurants available.

Finally, you can go to Le Saline beach, which is located along the Strada Statale road and attracts lovers of big waves and surfers; or Punta Corallina beach (on the way to Siniscola, SS125 highway), divided into two segments by a large gray rock.

Entertainment and attractions of Olbia

And yet in Olbia there is something to see. In particular, many old buildings, churches or - the "highlight" of the town - archaeological excavations telling about the rich history of this area in old times: nuraghi and "graves of giants". The finds made there can be seen in the sumptuous Archaeological Museum.

The category of "antiquities" also includes the Punic necropolis, ancient city walls and Roman baths. Of the "medieval" sights, the Romanesque church made of granite San Simplicio is noteworthy. The 17th century was marked by the charming St. Paul's Cathedral.

In the surroundings, it is worth seeing the nuraghe "Kabu Abbas", the burial ground "Su Monte and S'Abe", the source of "Sa Testa" and beautiful archipelago Maddalena (now a national park). The archipelago consists of several large and small islands, but at least one is worth visiting - Budelli (whose fame brought his pink beach).

The picturesque city of Olbia is comfortably located on the Northeast coast of Sardinia. Being at the same time the capital of the province of the same name, one of the largest cities in Sardinia, one of the two international airports of the island, and also a port, Olbia is considered to be sea and air gate Sardinia. Holidays in Olbia will certainly make everyone happier, because it is no coincidence that the name of the resort comes from the ancient Greek Olbiòs "Happy". "Happy City" is located in the heart of the Costa Smeralda, the most famous " emerald coast» in the world and in close proximity to exclusive luxury resorts Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo. From Olbia at a stone's throw to the delightful national marine park La Maddalena with small paradise coves, a wonderful haven for yachts and boats. Whole province northeast coast Sardinian is very popular among the public from high society, and is one of the the most beautiful places on the planet.

The city of Olbia itself will give you not only the pleasure of the promenade along the charming streets, immersed in the colors of the Mediterranean, but will also be able to interest the rich historical heritage. Walk along historical center cities and feel the spirit of the Middle Ages and the heritage of the Roman Empire. The most important and curious historical monument throughout northeastern Sardinia is the Basilica of St. Simplicio (Basilica di San Simplicio), dedicated to the patron saint of the city of Olbia, St. Simplicio, built at the end of the 11th century. The temple will amaze you with its grandeur, restraint and even somewhat ascetic design. The relics of the saint are kept in the Basilica, who is incredibly revered here and magnificent city festivals are held in his honor. If you don't want to miss them, be sure to come to Olbia in May.

Another well-known landmark of Olbia rises majestically above the city - the Church of St. Paul the Apostle (Chiesa di San Paolo), striking in the beauty and color of the dome. The interior of the church impresses with its richness, the uniqueness of the frescoes and beautiful examples of old woodwork.

Being major city Sardinia, Olbia boasts a rich variety of exhibits in the National Archaeological Museum. Here are historical evidence of the province of Olbia of the Phoenician, Greek, Punic and Roman periods, which will undoubtedly be extremely interesting to anyone who is interested in history.

When you get a little weary of educational walks through the historical sites of Olbia, head to favorite place recreation local residents- Luxurious Fausto Noce Park (Parco Fausto Noce). This is a great place to relax in the shade of centuries-old trees with a cup of traditional aromatic Italian coffee with fresh Sardinian pastries. Also this place is great for morning runs and rollerblading and cycling. The largest green park in Sardinia is surrounded by fragrant Mediterranean greenery and graceful sculptural waterfalls. The variety of playgrounds and attractions make the park an ideal place for families with children.

Here, in Olbia, everyone, even the most demanding guest, will find something to their liking. All the luxury and beauty of the Emerald Coast with its exclusive white sand beaches, endless golf courses, elite yacht clubs, fashion boutiques of prestigious brands and unique restaurants are at your disposal.

Beaches

The beach area of ​​Olbia stretches for a hundred kilometers of picturesque landscapes, including beaches luxury resorts Porto Cervo and Porto Rotondo. Being the key center of tourism in Sardinia, the city of Olbia has concentrated around itself the most beautiful mountain landscapes, secluded paradise bays, fragrant pine groves, fashionable exclusive resorts that do not affect the natural purity of the island. On one of the most popular and beautiful beaches Olbia Pittulongu, nestled on the coast in the form of a month, is a pleasure to collect shells of the most incredible shapes and sizes. Windsurfers and surfers are among the first to get to the beaches of Murta Maria and Porto Istana in search of harmony and the perfect wave. And, belonging to the province of Olbia, the beach of Porto Rotondo will meet all the requirements and wishes of lovers of luxury and fashionable holidays. Porto Rotondo is the favorite resort of Silvio Berlusconi and many other world celebrities. And this is not surprising, because there is absolutely everything for Dolce Vita here!

Kitchen

Sardinian cuisine is famous all over the world for its diversity and richness of flavors. Sardis skillfully combine in everything the centuries-old traditions of their ancestors and modern technologies. The kitchen is no exception. In the numerous restaurants and cafes of Olbia, the most famous chefs conjure up recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation, strictly guarding the secrets of preparing traditional Sardinian dishes. A special highlight that distinguishes the cuisine of the province of Olbia are a variety of unique sauces for pasta and seafood with rich flavors of local herbs and spices.

All restaurants and cafes of the city offer their guests to enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, the freshest seafood. Especially in Olbia they love mussels, which are masterfully and variedly prepared here. In mid-May, the best chefs in the world come to Olbia to compete in the preparation of thousands of dishes from local mussels at the annual Sagra delle Cozze Festival. Be sure to visit Olbia in May to enjoy the truly incredible tastes of real Sardinia right on the seashore. And do not miss the opportunity to taste the best wines of Olbia, known far beyond the borders of Sardinia. One of the most famous and revered wines of Olbia. Vermentino di Gallura DOCG, perfectly complements the taste of mussels, seafood and grilled fresh fish in herbs. And the red wine, which is made from the oldest grape variety in the Mediterranean, Cannonau, will perfectly emphasize masterfully prepared by local chefs. meat dishes. In any of the wonderful restaurants in Olbia, you can meet some celebrity at the next table, admire the amazing view of the bay, enjoy the elegant atmosphere, unusual design, impeccable service and, of course, the unsurpassed traditional Sardinian cuisine.

Night life

Raging night life in Olbia is not inferior to the entertainment of the most major metropolitan areas peace. The best DJs of the planet and world celebrities come here with concerts to keep guests from getting bored for a minute.

One of popular places Olbia is the exclusive Mamabeach marine complex with a huge dance space and decor made in ethnic style. Feel young and eternally happy in a relaxed social atmosphere with a glass of champagne to endless music on beautiful beach Olbia Pittulongu.

You can stop by Murphy’s Law, a stylish and very trendy Olbia gastronomic bar, and play a game of poker to the sound of live music, or drop by any place on Rigina Margherita Square and have a delicious cocktail. Boiling nightlife of the city will give you a lot of positive emotions and impressions. If you prefer to move all night from one club to another, in the province of Olbia you will find the most fashionable discos and parties of prestigious resorts and.

Purchases

Olbia is home to one of the largest and most prestigious shopping centers in Sardinia Luxury Mall Italy. Here you will find the brands of the most famous world designers, you will be able to completely change your wardrobe and enjoy the most memorable shopping experience.

A huge number of craft shops and souvenir shops await connoisseurs of traditional authentic things and antiques. It is impossible to leave Olbia without buying unique, incomparable Sardinian ceramics, hand-embroidered openwork napkins or an elegant coral necklace.

For gastronomic shopping, the ideal option is the city market, where local fishermen, winemakers and farmers bring the freshest products. In Olbia, Piazza Crispi is waiting for you such a market where you can taste and buy wonderful cheeses, fragrant local honey, traditional meat delicacies, the best homemade wines. For special connoisseurs of wine, elite vinotheques and family wineries of Olbia conduct cordial tastings and excursions, where you can also buy the wine you like.