Is Laccus 8

A large restaurant with a barbecue and patio. Traditional dishes such as Porcheddu (suckling pig) are served here, but the speciality is fish dishes.

Loc. San Pietro | 09040 Castiadas
+39 070995144

Here you can enjoy a very good pizza at a good price. The place is a bit off the beaten track.

Loc. San Pietro | 09040 Castiadas
+39 070 995009

Trattoria Da Gianni offers an extensive kitchen, from pizza, pasta and fish everything is there. The ambience is very family. The value for money is also very appreciated.

Loc. San Pietro | 09040 Castiadas
+39 070 995003

Localita` Cala Sinzias | 09040 Castiadas
+39 070 705002

s'obreschida means morning dawn in the Sardinian language. It is a spacious restaurant with a pleasant terrace and a huge barbeque, and offers authentic cuisine, such as suckling pig. It is located in San Pietro, Castiadas (Loc. Masone Murtas)

Loc Masone Murtas | 09040 Castiadas
+39 070 995038

There is a pizzeria directly in front of the S. Elmo holiday resort, beside the supermarket. It also serves salads and steaks, or you can just go there for a drink. It is opened in the summer from May-September.

Loc. Sant Elmo | 09040 Castiadas

Very original Sardinian cuisine and pizza. You can sit outside and look directly at the ex prison of Castiadas. In low season open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, otherwise daily.

Via Centrale 3 | 09040 Castiadas
+39 0709947171

The bright dining room and the beautiful garden offer a welcoming ambience. Here you can enjoy typical Sardinian cuisine and fish specialities, based on the freshest of products.

Via Brunelleschi, 4 | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 791441

This simple restaurant with black-and-white tiled flooring and wood panelled walls offers good pizza, seafood and homemade desserts. The service is good and very friendly.

Via Roma, 64 | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 790013

This restaurant lies directly in the centre of the lively town of Villasimius. The delicious cuisine ranges from fish dishes to pizza.

Piazza Incani, 4 | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 791789

This restaurant is mentioned in the Michelin guide of restaurants and offers excellent regional and fish cuisine. All pasta dishes can be prepared gluten free if asked for.

Piazza Sardegna, 10 | 09040 Costa Rei
+39 070 991108

A Swiss-owned restaurant that has been located in a fishing village on the Costa Rei for decades. On the terrace with a Mediterranean flair, you can enjoy the first-class food in an upscale price category.

Via C.Colombo, 20 | 09043 Costa Rei
+39 070 991118

The restaurant is open from March to October. It offers small tables right on the sandy beach, and you can even eat a little something there after midnight. It is located on the provincial road 17 in the direction of Villasimius, shortly after the Villaggio Mandorli resort.

Loc. Campus | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 798021

In addition to delicious pizza, this restaurant in Rei Marina offers first-class seafood appetizers. It is situated about 50 metres from the main Via Ichnusa road.

Piazza Marina Rei | 09043 Muravera
+39 070 991374

The restaurant-pizzeria on the campsite is big and furnished in a very simple way, just in front of the children's playground. It's perfect if you want to stay close and if you want to, you can walk in right from the beach. The food and pizza are of a good standard.

Loc. Costa Rei | 09043 Muravera
+39 0709919057

Known as a top restaurant that serves typical Sardinian specialities, this restaurant has a lot of regular guests from Cagliari. To be sure to find a free table, we suggest you to make a reservation. Situated on the SP17 in Solanas, between Cagliari and Villasimius, close to the petrol station.

Località SP 76 | 09048 Villasimius, Solanas
+39 070750630

Restaurant and pizzeria, also to take away. You will find this restaurant at the second entrance of Torre delle Stelle, when you drive along the SP17 from Geremeas towards Torre delle Stelle.

Via Saggitario 1 | 09040 Torre delle Stelle
+39 070786012

In this simply furnished restaurant there are plenty of fish dishes from their own catch. From a dining room and the terrace, you have a lovely view of the lagoon.

Loc. Feraxi | 09043 Muravera
+39 342 786 5696

Restaurant with a pleasant atmosphere and good service. Also pizzeria.

San Priamo | 09046 San Priamo (CA)

This restaurant/pizzeria specializing in fish dishes is situated directly by the wetland area of Torre Salinas and is run by Luciano Schirru.

ss 125 km 57,400 | 09043 Muravera
+39 070 999156
ilfalconiere@tiscali.it

The restaurant boasts a sea view and is located directly on the beach. The outdoor tables are protected against the weather by a glass veranda. There you can eat tasty, typical Italian dishes at reasonable prices. The restaurant is located on the beach of San Giovanni and is accessible via SS 125, about 3 km from Muravera towards San Priamo. Follow the signs to the restaurant.

Loc. Marina di San Giovanni | 09043 Muravera
+39 333 9860200

This family run business is situated in a vineyard with an olive grove, peach trees and tomatoes growing in greenhouses. The quality of the produce is guaranteed. With their fresh products and local specialties, the owners prepare delicious Sardinian dishes with a warm and welcoming ambience.

Via San Pietro 48 | 09040 Castiadas
+39 070995027

Traditional cuisine in a Sardinian style environment. In summer you can eat outside under the porch while the kids can play in the playground. The owners create a warm and welcoming ambience and the kitchen offers dishes like homemade ravioli, baked vegetables, panadas, culurgionis with tomato, handmade malloreddus, among the desserts pardulas and seadas. Here you can also try the typical roasted suckling pig and grilled lamb.

Loc. Maloccu | 09040 Castiadas
+39 0709949270

Great riding and sports centre (see Activities). The restaurant located on the premises offers all sorts of goodies for gourmets. The centre is located near San Priamo, just follow the road that leads out of the city and runs along the river Rio Picocca in the direction of the lagoon Colostrai.

SC S'Ollasteddu | 09043 Muravera
+39 070999078

This pizzeria is situated directly in the holiday resort of Sant'Elmo. It also serves salads and steaks, or you can simply visit the bar. It is open from May to September.

Loc. S'Elmo | 09040 Castiadas

Typical Sardinian wines and food. It is a good meeting place for an aperitif; you can try everything before buying it.

Via del Mare 65 | 09049 Villasimius

A Cantina Sociale corresponds to a cooperative, and is one of the traditional forms of wine production in Sardinia. A visit is worthwhile to taste the wine varieties produced here, such as the Cannonau (red) or Vermentino (white). The wine from Castiadas is now exported all over Europe. If you like the wine, you can buy it directly at the Cantina Sociale. We recommend the inexpensive and original five-litre bag in a wooden box that costs about 10 euros.

Loc. Olia Speciosa | 09040 Castiadas CA
+39 0709949004

The myrtle liquor and Grappa of Sa Bresca Dorada are gaining popularity beyond Sardinian borders. If you wish to buy directly from the producer, leave S. Elmo/Costa Rei and drive in the direction of S. Priamo/Muravera. A sign bearing the inscription "Bresca Dorada" leads you directly to the point of sale below the Monte Liuru.

Loc. Canne Frau | 09043 Muravera
+39 0709949163

Yummie, self-made ice cream. Gluten-free cones and biscuits.

Via Umberto I 60 | 09049 Villaismius

This small shopping centre is located directly in Sant'Elmo, close to the Sant'Elmo Beach Hotel. It has a magazine shop, as well as a meat shop and a fish store that sell fresh meat and fish every day. Closed in the low season.

Sant Elmo | Costa Rei
+39 070995129

This inexpensive supermarket has a good selection. Open all year round, daily from 8:30-21:00.

Via Giovanni Pascoli, 52 | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 791488

Open all year round

Via Carducci, Via Su Pranu, 3 | 09049 Villasimius

Open all year round

Via Raffaello | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 792 8024

Here there is a butcher, a fish market as well as fresh fruits and vegetables. Gas bottles can also be obtained here. The supermarket is located in the central Via Colombo in Costa Rei. Closed in the low season.

Piazza Rei Marina | 09043 Muravera Loc. Costa Rei
+39 070991101

Close to the entrance of the town of Costa Rei, in Via Colombo Nr. 1 lies Monte Nai market. In addition to groceries, you can buy everything for the beach: beach umbrellas, beach mats, sunscreen, etc.

Via Colombo 1 | 09043 Muravera - Costa Rei
+39 070991033

This market sells Sardinian souvenirs in addition to groceries. The GTRE market can be found in the Piazzetta Piscina Rei, in the part of Costa Rei called Piscina Rei. Closed in the low season. For large shopping needs, we suggest driving to Muravera.

Piazzetta Piscina Rei | 09043 Muravera Loc. Costa Rei
+39 070991144

The camping's small supermarket is also accessible to outside guests and is perfect if you need something small. We do not recommend it for bulk purchases because it is slightly more expensive than other supermarkets.

Loc. Costa Rei | 09043 Muravera

Small supermarket easily reached by the guests in Torre delle Stelle. It is closed in the low season.

Via Del Sagittario | 09048 Torre delle Stelle
+39 070786241

This supermarket has a wide selection of products and is located on the coast road to Cagliari. It is therefore suitable for shopping on arrival, or for guests in Torre delle Stelle.

Via Leonardo da Vinci 157 | Flumini di Quartu Sant'Elena

Open Saturdays all year round.

Via Raffaello | 09049 Villasimius

Every Thursday and Saturday from June to September. You will find the market near the blue church in front of the newspaper stand.

Via Ichnusa, Piazza Mercato | 09043 Costa Rei

The pastry shop Marci produces traditional, well crafted Sardinian pastries as well as all kinds of cakes. Individual tarts can be ordered for private parties and weddings.

Via Vittorio Emanuele 2 | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 791287

Via Al Mare 31 | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 792590

SP 20 | 09040 Camisa (CA)
+39 3294472380

Delicious homemade Sardinian specialties. Mainly baked goods, but also other items on offer. Beautifully decorated.

Loc. Camisa | 09040 Castiadas
+39 070 994 9089

This is one of three direct sales of the fishermen's cooperative of Feraxi. Among other things, you will find fresh mussels, oysters, sea bass and sea bream and from their own breeding operation. In the summer you can also find the shop on the Costa Rei in Piazza Europa.

Via Gerrei | 0940 Olia Speciosa

This delightful little farm produces and sells honey and its by-products. In June and August it is possible to watch the honey production. To find the beekeeper, follow the SP20 in the northward. Do not turn off to Olia Speciosa, rather continue a few kilometres to Tuerra at km 30.5.

Loc. San Priamo, San Vito | 09040 San Priamo CA
+39 3401562884
apicoltura.bellosi.tiscali.it

Cala Sinzias is situated between Villasimius and Costa Rei. Framed by high mountains, gnarled trees and macchia which reaches as far as the beach. The heavenly water has been recognized by the Goletta Verde as the cleanest of the Mediterranean Sea. Outside the high season, the bay is an oasis of silence. In the summer there are the beach bars Tamatete and Maklas (see Beach Bars).

A lovely section of beach in front of a resort with the same name is composed of rock formations and small sandy bays. It is protected by the Monte Turno hill to the south, which gives its name to the next section of beach.

Small bathing bay close to the road that goes from Costa Rei to Villasimius (SP 18) at about km 11, opposite the island of Serpentara. The sand is white and the water shallow.

The Costa Rei beach is about 8 km long and is characterized by its fine white to yellow sand and crystalline water. Worth mentioning is the characteristic granite rock Scoglio di Peppino. The Costa Rei beach was voted the fifth most beautiful in the world in the Lonely Planet.

Small, splendid bathing bay with water as clear as glass and a dazzling white sand beach. Take the coastal road from Costa Rei to Villasimius. After about 16 km, in the middle of a left turn, turn right on a gravel road and go under the road. After another 1.3 km you reach the beach.

This narrow sand beach has fine sand and is located opposite the yacht harbour. It is a famous surfing spot, and the sun sets in the west making for fantastic sunsets.

Beautiful, broad, sandy beach with deep water just before the town of Villasimius if you are coming from Cagliari.

The Cala Giunco beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia: crystal-clear water and white Caribbean-like sand. Drive towards the harbour and turn left. When you see the lake, keep slightly to the right.

The Solanas's town beach is just about 1 km long and offers white sand and shallow water. As it is practically attached to the town, you can find bars and sport equipment for rent right on the beach.

These two beaches belong to the holiday resort Torre delle Stelle. Genn'e Mari offers white sand and a gradually sloping seabed - ideal for swimming. Cann'e Sisa has cream-coloured sand and offers bars and many sports facilities.

Small bay framed by flat rocks at the northern end of Costa Rei. Grey sand and pebble beach, less suitable for children. A pine forest behind the beach offers shade from the midday sun.

Beautiful white sandy beach, about 3 km long, right in front of Geremeas. Well equipped. The crystalline water shimmers with beautiful colours over a seabed of pebbles. The end of Geremeas beach is called Kala'e Moru. It is just in front of the settlement with the same name. Parking just behind the beach.

Capo Ferrato lies secluded and almost isolated on the north end of Costa Rei. It offers superb little bays for those seeking privacy. As they are a little rocky, these beaches are less suitable for children. On the north end of the cape lie the natural pools of Feraxi and Colostrai, home to typical marsh wildlife.

This fantastic beach is located directly on the coast road SP 17 to Cagliari. Mari Pintau gets its name "painted sea" because of the spectacularly intense turquoise and blue colours of the sea water next to the almost white sand and pebble beach. Just park the car on the edge of the street and walk down a few hundred metres to the beach.

Feraxi beach in Muravera is a nice, 3 km long sandy beach away from the masses. The sea is easily accessible and the water is crystal clear. The dunes are covered with typical vegetation. There is parking, a kiosk and a beach bar. The beach is good for snorkelling, as the clear water is rich in fish.

A beach bar with cheerful colours that prides itself on its "granita" (finely crushed water ice with fruit syrup) and their healthy breakfast options. At noon and in the evening it offers very tasty light meals and the finest fish from the grill.

loc. Cala Sinzias | 09040 Catstiadas
+39 3355313886

This stylish beach bar is open from May to October. Unfortunately, it is not inexpensive. In the evening, you can try their excellent grilled meat and fish, but only with a reservation.

Loc. S. Pietro, Calasinzias | 04040 Castiadas
+39 070995084

Elegant beach bar in the beautiful bay of Cala Monte Turno. Sometimes there are DJ sets and events.

Spiaggia di Cala Monte Turno | 09040 Castiadas

A simple beach bar with a great offer: Bistrot and Coktails. Also a stunning view over the beach of Costa Rei. Peculiarity: there are three parots at the bar who speack itlian and german.

Via Marco Polo 2 | 09043 Costa Rei
+39 3460455832

This school has been based in Villasimius since 1998.

Via Roma, 122 | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 792033

Bolla Blu Diving offers diving lessons with qualified trainers. Theoretical lessons are also taught using audio-visual media. They provide all of the equipment and teaching material. Base camp is at the Hotel Residence Cormoran.

Loc. Campus | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 79 340

The "Centro Immersioni Sardegna (CIS)" organises guided dives with your own or borrowed equipment, day or night. Underwater videos can also be filmed. Upon request youth and children can also participate. The centre is located in Via delle Agavi in Costa Rei. The diving excursions leave from the beach between the campground Le Dune Cooreyturs and the Hotel Vera Club, Turagri.

Via delle Agavi | 09043 Muravera
+39 070 991399

You will find Manni Schwarz's diving school in the bay of Torre delle Stelle. They specialise in abandoned wrecks. They also offer children's courses from the age of 10.

09048 Torre delle Stelle
+39 07 0786718

Diving school between Villasimius and Calgliari led by Angie and Marco from Switzerland. Languages: German, Italian, English, French and Spanish.

loc. Kala e Moru | 09045 Quartu Sant'Elena

This centre offers lessons and riding excursions for beginner and advanced riders.

Loc Piscina Rei | Costa Rei
+39 3393969363
info@ibasacresia.it

Can be found on the Piscina Rei Beach. Boat excursions are also offered.

Loc. Piscina Rei | 09043 Costa Rei
+39 070 991345

Delfino Club offers the opportunity to practice wakeboarding, waterskiing or windsurfing. Boats can be hired to enjoy a few beautiful hours on the sea.

Cala Giunco | 09049 Villasimius
+39 07 0797063
info@delfinoclub.com

The 18-hole golf course offers a view of the Capo Carbonara. Be sure to reserve a tee time at least one day in advance.

Località Tanca Elmas | 09049 Villasimius (CA)
+39 3471724373

The mini golf area is part of Sant'Elmo's sport facilities and is open from the beginning of May from afternoon to evening. In the immediate vicinity there is also a kiosk and supermarket. It is located on the main road that leads past Villaggio Sant'Elmo, at Sant'Elmo Beach Hotel 4*.

Loc. Sant Elmo | 09040 Castiadas

Bicycles are delivered directly to the house or can be picked up at a bike centre in a hotel near you. They also organise bike tours or offer GPS equipment with loaded tours.

Via Veneto, 16 | 09023 Cagliari
+39 070 9177683
info@sardiniabikecenter.com

Campground with tennis courts and mini golf located at the north end of Costa Rei.

Loc. Monte Nai | 09040 Costa Rei
+39 070991012

The holiday village Free Beach Club also has tennis courts. It is located just beside the supermarket Delfino in Sant'Elmo.

Loc. Monte Nai, Rei Marina | 09040 Costa Rei
+39 070991054

Four tennis courts belonging to the hotel. To book, please call a day in advance.

Loc. Notteri 2 | Villasimius
+39 070 79791

For tennis court reservation in the Torre delle Stelle grounds, please contact the caretaker.

Torre delle Stelle

There are tennis courts in the Geremeas grounds between Geremeas and the Van Gogh restaurant. If you drive south on the SP17, you will see the tennis courts at km 19 at the edge of the road. They are part of the country club, but are available to the public by reservation and for a fee.

Country Club | Geremeas
+39 0708578626

This cooperative organises off-road vehicle excursions, bird watching and guided hikes in the impressive mountain chain between Costa Rei and Cagliari, the Sette Fratelli.

Via Centrale | 09040 Castiadas
+39 3201184883

Excursions for singles and groups in the whole of Sardinia and particularly on the south-east coast and in the Sette Fratelli park. The offerings range from 4x4 tours, hiking, trekking and Nordic Walking to boat excursions.

Parco die Sette Fratelli
info@serpeddi4x4.com

The pools of Diverland are located in a green oasis at the foot of the Sette Fratelli mountain range. In addition to the many slides and pools, there is a place with various boutiques where you can stroll and shop in peace. There are also two restaurants: for lunch, you can choose a quick, self-service option, and then later enjoy dinner at the à la carte restaurant.

Loc. Cruxi Lilliu | Quartucciu
+39 070 8299012

The Lido Tamatete also offers motorboat rental, excursions with a skipper and diving excursions at the beach bar in Cala Sinzias.

Loc. Cala Sinzias | 09040 Castiadas
+39 335 531 3886

Boat storage facilities, boat hire and guided excursions by rubber boat.

Loc. Villa Rei | 09040 Castiadas
+39 070 991210

This centre can be easily found taking a stroll along the beach. It is located between the Hotel Costa Rei and the Free Beach Club. It offers water sports, including sailing and motorboat hire, with a skipper. It also offers full- or half-day boat trips for up to twelve people. For rentals of one week, a maximum of six passengers are allowed. Reservations can be made directly at the beach or by telephone. They operate from the beginning of June.

Loc. Costa Rei Monte Nai | 09043 Muravera CA
+39 3497713151

The Delfino Club offers rubber dinghy rental, boat excursions and pedal boats at the Cala Giunco beach.

Cala Giunco | 09049 Villasimius
+39 07 0797063
info@delfinoclub.com

Sailing boats or motor yachts (with or without skipper) can be chartered in the new marina of Villasimius.

Loc. Su Fraili | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 92 80 14

Group boat trips on the 22-meter-long sailboat Matilda II built according to the historical model. Maximum of 60 people. Daniele, the ship's builder and captain, takes you to the Isola die Cavoli, where a short guide to the lighthouse is possible. A Sardinian lunch is prepared on the ship and is included.

Porto di Villasimius | 09049 Villasimius
+39 3400676054

Located on the Molo S boat dock, Maby Mare offers group boat trips with the Veliero Maby II. A day trip including lunch on board is possible for a price of 80 euros per person. Departure a 10:30, return 17:00 hrs.

Porto di Villasimius | 09049 Villasimius
+39 3476001907

Offers boat trips and boat service.

Porto di Villasimius, Molo C | 09049 Villasimius

Boat hire in Villasimius.

Porto di Villasimius, Molo I | 09049 Villasimius

Situated on the beach of Piscina Rei, also offers boat excursions.

Loc. Piscina Rei | 09040 Costa Rei
+39 07 0891477

Take the main road Via Ichnusa to the north end of Costa Rei. Iba Sa Cresia lies about 200 metres before the campground Le Dune, on the left hand side. They offer excursions with quads and on horseback.

Loc. Piscina Rei | 09043 Muravera CA
+39 3387678402

The S’Omu e S’Orcu nuraghe can be found near Santa Giusta, inside the borders of Castiadas district. Due to its complex construction, it is one of the most important nuraghi on the island. Nuraghi are tower-shaped structures made of stone, built more than 3,000 years ago. Up until now, more than 7,000 such towers have been discovered, all over Sardinia. One of the best-known nuraghi is Su Nuraxi, near Barumini.

09040 Castiadas

Scalas and Cuile Piras, the Nuragic holy places of worship were established around 3,000 BC close to Piscina Rei, not far behind the lagoon. The 43 menhirs (1-2 metres high and 50-70 cm wide stones set into the ground) are arranged in small groups of roughly 3 to 4 menhirs. It is assumed by the layout of the menhirs that the site was used for astronomical observations relating to the solstice or lunar cycles. The S’Omu e S’Orcu nuraghe can be found near Santa Giusta, inside the borders of Castiadas district. Due to its complex construction, it is one of the most important nuraghe on the island. Nuraghi are tower-shaped structures made of stone, built more than 3,000 years ago. Up until now, more than 7,000 such towers have been discovered all over Sardinia. One of the best-known nuraghe is Su Nuraxi, near Barumini.

Nuraghe Scalas | 09043 Costa Rei

The marine reserve "Area Marina Protetta di Capo Carbonara" has been running round the "Capo Carbonara" at Villasimius since 1998. This section of the sea between Capo Boi in the west and the Isola di Serpentara in the east, is a snorkel and nature paradise. Apart from many species of fish, visitors can also observe a large number of rare waterbirds.

Villasimius

The fortress is situated on a cape close to Capo Carbonara at the eastern end of Cagliari Gulf. It is a complex structure, originally built as a defence post against barbarous incursions. It is a defensive structure that was supposed to protect the people against the raids of the barbarians and whose first part was probably built during the Aragonese period. During the Spanish era the building was then integrated into a structure with four towers. The old defence tower has been drawing attention in the last view years because of a very special exhibition: old documents and photos from the history of piracy are displayed here.

Piazza Gramsci, 1 | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 7930271

In the nearby mountains of the Sarrabus you will find a change from the beach. Here you will find many hiking trails around the seven peaks of the granite massif, the highest being the Punta Sa Ceraxa, which rises 1016 metres above stone forests and mastic trees. Always keep an adequate water reserve with you in the summer. The entrance to the nature reserve is on the road to Cagliari, near the turnoff to the village of Burcei. For guided hikes, please contact the Cooperative Monte dei Sette Fratelli (see Excursions).

Sette Fratelli
+39 070 9947200

In the old Sardinian fishing village Villasimius in the 1060s, Ernst Jünger wrote his book "Am Saracenenturm". The piazza, with its Mediterranean charm, is the centre of village life, where old and young meet in the evening. In July and August there is a small Dorado with lively nightlife. Numerous restaurants, pizzerias and shops complete the leisure offerings. The old fortress from the 17th century can be found in the port, inside which an international art centre now organises exhibitions. Going to Capo Carbonara, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the sea. Villasimius is known for its diversity of underwater flora and fauna and has been declared a nature reserve.

Olia Speciosa is a small village not far from the Costa Rei, towards Muravera. There you can buy Sardinian goods cheaper than on the Costa Rei. Next to the beautiful church and the town hall decorated with Sardinian wall paintings, there are some typical shops and restaurants. Catch-fresh fish can be bought in the local pescheria located behind the bank, on the left in front of the town hall. Handmade ravioli and delicious little pastries are available in the pasticceria at the entrance of the village. Everything radiates rural charm inspiring everyone who is looking for the non-touristic, true Sardinia. Another attraction is the Cantina Sociale. There you can buy wine from the barrel cheaply in a "damigiana", a plastic canister that you bring yourself. You can also purchase award winning wines in the local wine boutique of Cantina. Camisa will seduce you with bread specialties from Su Civraxu and, just around the corner, with local pecorino of the Caseificio.

Between Cagliari and Villasimius, below the 30 kilometre long panoramic road that runs along the south coast, is where the tourist resort of Torre delle Stelle around the Saracen tower Torre de Su Fenugu was built about 30 years ago. On a single hill, south and north of two sandy beaches, are majestic villas where film actors and singers of the rock and pop scene spend their summer holidays. The owners of the restaurants and supermarkets offer homemade Sardinian specialties such as Culurgiones and other varieties of local pasta fresca. Numerous leisure and sports facilities, as well as a diving school provide entertainment. The most beautiful and longest bathing beach in Solanas and the unspoilt coastal section around Geremeas with a beautiful natural sandy beach makes this part of the south coast particularly attractive.

The museum is located in the centre of Castiadas. On August 11, 1875, under the leadership of the prison inspector Eugenio Cicognani, 30 prisoners and seven guards of the San Bartolomeo penal colony from Cagliari landed on the nearby beach of Cala Sinzias. They were to undertake work draining the fields. Eventually this became uninhabited because of malaria and frequent plague epidemics, and degenerated. The prison closed in 1958. The museum documents the time of the penal colony with photos and videos. Open from June to October

Localitá Praidis | 09040 Castiadas
+39 070 99450307

For a few years now, the archaeological museum has been housed in a historical building dating from the 18th century. Among the items on display here are finds from earliest times up to the early Middle Ages. The museum gives particular importance to underwater findings. The highlight of the exhibits are remains of a wreck near the Isola dei Cavoli and the reproduction of an underwater excavation. Opening hours: daily in summer: 10:00-19:00 and 21:00-midnight: Closed Mondays

Via A. Frau, 5 | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 7930290
museo@villasimiusweb.com

The Lido Tamatete offers a small playground for children right on the beach.

Via Saggittario | Torre delle Stelle

Via Vittorio Emmanuele 17 | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 791645

Loc Olia Speciosa | Castiadas
+39 070 9949168

Via Bixio | 09049 Villasimius
+39 070 791238

Open only in summer. Behind the Piazza Sardegna.

Piazza Italia 1 | 09043 Muravera, Costa Rei
+39 070 991038

Olia Speciosa | 09040 Castiadas
+39 070 9949200

Open daily from 15th May-30th September, including Sundays and public holidays. Beside the church in Solanas.

Via al Mare | 09048 Sinnai
+39 070 750750

Open only in the summer months

Via Sagittario 1 | 09048 Maracalagonis
+39 070 786587

Via delle Tamarici, 233 | 09043 Costa Rei
+39 070991477