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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: EUR
- Languages: Italian, Sardinian, English, German, French
- Climate: Mediterranean
- Timezone: Europe/Rome
- Population: Approximately 60,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit Olbia is from May to September for warm weather and beach activities.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from the European Union, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and many other countries can enter Italy visa-free for short stays up to 90 days. Schengen visa applies for non-exempt countries. Visa on arrival is generally not available. E-visa options are limited; travelers should apply for a Schengen visa in advance if required. Passport validity of at least six months beyond the stay is typically required.
About Olbia
Olbia is a charming coastal city located in the northeastern part of Sardinia, Italy. It serves as a gateway to the famous Costa Smeralda, known for its stunning turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and luxury resorts. Olbia itself combines a rich history with modern amenities, offering visitors a mix of archaeological sites, vibrant local markets, and a lively marina. The city’s unique appeal lies in its blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, including Roman ruins and medieval churches. Tourists are drawn to Olbia for its accessibility to nearby islands and beaches, as well as its authentic Sardinian atmosphere. Whether exploring the old town’s narrow streets or enjoying fresh seafood by the harbor, visitors find Olbia a welcoming and picturesque destination. Its Mediterranean climate ensures pleasant weather most of the year, making it ideal for outdoor activities and relaxation.
Top Attractions
1. Basilica di San Simplicio – A Romanesque church dating back to the 11th century, notable for its architecture and historical significance. 2. Museo Archeologico di Olbia – Showcases artifacts from the Nuragic civilization and Roman periods, providing insight into the region’s ancient past. 3. Porto Istana Beach – A beautiful sandy beach with clear shallow waters, perfect for swimming and sunbathing. 4. Castello di Pedres – Ruins of a medieval castle offering panoramic views of Olbia and the surrounding countryside. 5. Corso Umberto – The main pedestrian street lined with shops, cafes, and restaurants, ideal for strolling and experiencing local life.
Popular Activities
Visitors to Olbia can enjoy a variety of activities including sailing and boating along the Costa Smeralda, hiking in nearby nature reserves, and exploring archaeological sites. Water sports such as snorkeling and windsurfing are popular due to the clear Mediterranean waters. Cultural experiences include attending local festivals, visiting museums, and sampling Sardinian crafts at markets. For relaxation, the beaches around Olbia provide sunbathing and swimming opportunities. Culinary tours and wine tasting are also available to explore Sardinian gastronomy.
Olbia Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Sardinia
- Duration Range: Visitors to Olbia can enjoy a variety of activities including sailing and boating along the Costa Smeralda, hiking in nearby nature reserves, and exploring archaeological sites. Water sports such as snorkeling and windsurfing are popular due to the clear Mediterranean waters. Cultural experiences include attending local festivals, visiting museums, and sampling Sardinian crafts at markets. For relaxation, the beaches around Olbia provide sunbathing and swimming opportunities. Culinary tours and wine tasting are also available to explore Sardinian gastronomy.
- Group Size: Intimate Groups
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- Recommended For: The best time to visit Olbia is from May to September for warm weather and beach activities. Pack light clothing, swimwear, sun protection, and comfortable shoes for walking. Respect local customs such as greeting with a polite "buongiorno" and dressing modestly when visiting churches. Olbia is generally safe, but standard precautions for valuables apply. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some cash in euros is advisable for small purchases and markets.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $39
Highest Price Tour: $200
42 Available Tour Excursions in Olbia
This Hike is one of the Top things to do in Sardinia! Walking along the Moon Valley (Valle della Luna) you'll have many spots where to enjoy the sun and the view all over the walk of the sea. The Breeze of the Mediterranean Sea will keep the temperature fresh and comfortable even during Summer. Strange Granite Shaped Rocks, Caves, relax in the sandy beach and strolling around the Town of Santa Teresa it's a perfect day of relax. IMPORTANT!!! - Training Shoes (NO FLIP FLOPS OR SIMILAR PLEASE!!) - Hat - Sun Cream - Comfortable Shoes - Drink plenty of water
Price: $125.97
Duration: 6-7 hours
SARDINIA CAR SERVICE OROSEI RENTAL WITH DRIVER OF EMMANUELE PURETTO RENTAL WITH DRIVER in Orosei and province. Airport transfers, hotels, weddings, food and wine tours, business travel etc. Book your transfers, whether they are tourist or sports, whether they are for business or religious, whether they are for work or weddings, WE ARE THERE. Availability of Mercedes V-Class, equipped with every comfort and professional drivers. Competitive prices for every type of event. Availability of the service by the hour. Don't rely on the first one. BOOK WITH US.
Price: $286.73
Duration: 1 hours
Discover the wonders of the sea on a Hydrobike, immersing yourself in the heat of the sun and the enchantment of the crystal clear waters that surround you. During the tour, you will have the privilege of meeting the friendly dolphins dancing beneath the surface, offering you a breathtaking and unforgettable show. But the surprises don't end there! While you let yourself be lulled by the beauty of the sea, treat yourself to a tasty break with an aperitif prepared especially for you. Delight your palate with fresh seasonal fruit, crunchy appetizers and a selection of drinks including local craft beer and juicy fruit juices. This tour is designed to give you authentic emotions and create lasting memories, making it ideal for families and nature lovers. Don't miss the opportunity to experience a unique adventure among marine wonders and playful dolphins. Join us for an experience that will leave you breathless and your heart full of joy!
Price: $71.97
Duration: 3 hours
Our drivers will be waiting for you with a sign or tablet with your name. All our drivers will present themselves with a jacket and tie. our drivers will welcome you and help you with the transport of your luggage to the parking lot of the vehicle. English speaking drivers and if you want an interpreter for the Russian language. Book your transfers, whether they are tourist or sporting, whether they are for business or religious, whether they are for work or weddings, WE ARE THERE. Availability of Mercedes E-Class, S-Class, Mercedes Viano and V-Class Minivans, all equipped with every comfort and professional drivers. Competitive prices for every type of event. Also available by the hour service. Don't rely on the first one that happens. BOOK WITH US.
Price: $322.72
Duration: 1-1 hours
Visit a renowned local winery and discover the winemaking process, from ancient tools to fermentation techniques. Enjoy an elegant wine tasting experience, savoring three fine wines, including the famous Cannonau and Vermentino di Gallura, paired with local delicacies. While tasting the wines, you’ll appreciate the beauty of the surrounding vineyards and rolling hills. The winery manager will guide you through each wine, helping you identify its unique flavors and characteristics. This tour offers an in-depth immersion into Sardinia’s rich wine culture, providing an authentic experience of the island's traditions. Savor exceptional wines, admire breathtaking landscapes, and discover the stories behind Sardinia's winemaking heritage. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or a casual taster, this tour offers a memorable experience for everyone.
Price: $119.97
Duration: 2 hours
Our drivers will be waiting for you with a sign or tablet with your name. All our drivers will show up with jacket and tie. our drivers will welcome you and help you with the transport of your luggage to the vehicle parking. English speaking drivers. Book your transfers, whether for tourism or sport, whether for business or religious purposes, whether for work or weddings, WE ARE THERE. Availability of Mercedes E-class, S-class, Mercedes Viano and V-Class minivans, all equipped with every comfort and professional drivers. Competitive prices for every type of event. Hourly chauffeur service also available. Don't rely on the first one that comes along. BOOK WITH US.
Price: $171.56
Duration: 0-0 hours
Our meeting point is the splendid scenery of the Spiaggia dei Baracconi, facing the beautiful island of Figarolo. We will walk along a stretch of road overlooking the sea that will lead us to the incredible beach of Cala Moresca, one of the pearls of Golfo Aranci. This is the perfect location to explore the beautiful seabed, but we won't just do it with a mask and snorkel .... Have you ever used a Sea Scooter?!? We will make your snorkeling experience unique !! After a theoretical introduction and a practical test, we will explore the seabed together with our electric sea scooter to discover marine flora and fauna. During the whole experience, photographic and video material will be taken and provided free of charge. at the end of our experience you will be offered a small refreshment strictly made in Sardinia Live with us your exclusive experience in Sardinia!
Price: $71.98
Duration: 2 hours
Dinghy tour to discover the magnificent and crystalline waters of the Maddalena archipelago.
Price: $179.96
Duration: 7-8 hours
Our drivers will be waiting for you with a sign or tablet with your name. All our drivers will present themselves with a jacket and tie. our drivers will welcome you and help you with the transport of your luggage to the parking lot of the vehicle. English speaking drivers and if you want an interpreter for the Russian language. Book your transfers, whether they are tourist or sporting, whether they are for business or religious, whether they are for work or weddings, WE ARE THERE. Availability of Mercedes E-Class, S-Class, Mercedes Viano and V-Class Minivans, all equipped with every comfort and professional drivers. Competitive prices for every type of event. Also available by the hour service. Don't rely on the first one that happens. BOOK WITH US.
Price: $263.93
Duration: 1 hours
The tour is for the exclusive use of customers with the latest generation of exclusively Mercedes minivans and with all the comforts in the service provided. Professional drivers available to the customer for every need
Price: $1,175.71
Duration: 6-10 hours
A private and personalized tour of maximum 6 people for couples families and / or small groups. You will enjoy an exclusive tour where the commander will be at your disposal, no set times and stops, but the complete possibility to live the day as best you wish. You will discover the islands of Spargi, La Maddalena (also ideal for a lunch break and a visit to the historic center translate), Budelli, Razzoli, Santa Maria, Caprera, their coves and beaches, we will choose for you the best itinerary based on weather conditions and your wishes making your day unique and personal. Explore the islands of the archipelago on our The Lounge, an 8.5 meter speedboat with a large aft sunbathing convertible into a dining area with electric moving table, spacious seating in the shade of the t-top, comfortable lift ladder, aft beach, bluetooth stereo, atmosphere lights and blue led diving.
Price: $719.82
Duration: 8 hours
Calm sea, silence and coffee on the beach. Guided excursion with a stop on the island of Proratora. We'll kayak between white beaches, birds and sometimes dolphins. We'll enter a sea cave and snorkel in the crystal clear water. We'll enjoy an Italian coffee prepared on the beach. Easy double kayaks for beginners and faster single kayaks for those with some experience. - Equipment sanitized at each departure - Up to max 14 people with 2 guides - Suitable for both beginners and experts - Double and single kayaks available - Coffee and snorkeling mask included
Price: $65.98
Duration: 2 hours
I’m Simonetta Bazzu and Battista, the village where my ancestors were born, is over 200 years old. Here i will guide you on a journey back in time. This experience takes place in a typical north Sardinian house, a traditional building in the countryside with granite stone walls and a cane roof. It’s my great-grandparents house. Here, I’ll reveal the three main secrets to a long, healthy Sardinian life: PASTA In my great-grandmother kitchen - 150 years old - you'll mix semolina and water to create ancient pasta shapes on a table carved from a centuries-old tree. As we cook, I’ll share stories and traditions that nourish both body and mind. WINE You'll visit a small artisan winery, explore winemaking tools, learn about Sardinian vineyards, and taste the wine of eternal youth. FOOD We’ll end with a typical Sardinian meal (lunch or dinner), featuring pasta you made, local cheeses, garden vegetables, fresh bread, desserts, and more — all organic, all authentic.
Price: $179.96
Duration: 3 hours
Calm sea, music and beers on the beach. Guided excursion with a stop on the island of Proratora. We'll kayak between white beaches, birds and sometimes dolphins. We'll enter a sea cave and snorkel in the crystal clear water. We'll enjoy music and beers on the beach. Easy double kayaks for beginners and faster single kayaks for those with some experience. - Equipment sanitized at each departure - Up to max 14 people with 2 guides - Suitable for both beginners and experts - Double and single kayaks available - Beers and snorkeling mask included
Price: $53.99
Duration: 2 hours
The excursion takes place on board comfortable dinghies of 7.5 meters with a 250 horsepower engine, equipped with a awning to provide shade during stops. The skipper is an expert connoisseur of the area, and during the tour provides historical and naturalistic information. During stops in the main places of interest you can swim and snorkel safely, equipment is available free of charge on board. A small savoury snack and a cold drink are served on board, but other food and drinks are allowed.
Price: $71.98
Duration: 3 hours
It only takes half a day off-road to allow us to savor the wonderful contrasts of the historical sub-region of Baronia, in the surroundings of Orosei and Onifai, in central-eastern Sardinia. A unique experience of contemplation of its severe, harsh nature, made of mountains rich in pine forests, beaches and transparent sea, but also useful for knowing something more about the history of Sardinian pre-nuragic culture. With full respect for the environment and local culture, live an adventure with a high rate of reliability and safety, suitable for the whole family.
Price: $71.98
Duration: 4 hours
Our tour, in an elegant and comfortable sailing boat, represents the more exclusive, sporty, comfortable and environmentally friendly way to fully enjoy the beauty of Sardinia and the islands of the Maddalena Archipelago, experiencing this unique "paradise at sea" up close. All sailing! You can swim and snorkel and explore the wonders of these incomparable seabeds. The tour starts in the morning around 9.30 in the port of SANTA TERESA DI GALLURA and ends in the afternoon around 17.30 in the port. The tour allows you to visit the wonders of the Maddalena Archipelago, where the contrast between the turquoise color of the water and the white of the fine sandy beaches will take your breath away. During the day you will visit some islands and beaches including the islands of Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, Razzoli. Aperitif and Lunch on board. sailboats for max 8 pax (12 m), 10 pax (13 m) and 12 pax (15 m)
Price: $106.77
Duration: 7-8 hours
This place is famous not only for its beauty, but also for the presence of a family of dolphins that live, jump and play in this corner of paradise! You will learn to use stand up paddle and we will introduce you to the history and flora and fauna of this wonderful territory. It will be a unique experience
Price: $71.98
Duration: 3 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Olbia’s cuisine is rooted in Sardinian traditions featuring fresh seafood, lamb, and locally grown vegetables. Signature dishes include "porceddu" (roast suckling pig), "culurgiones" (stuffed pasta), and "bottarga" (cured fish roe). Olive oil and pecorino cheese are staples. Dining customs emphasize fresh, seasonal ingredients with simple yet flavorful preparations. Noteworthy restaurants include Trattoria da Gesuino, known for traditional Sardinian dishes, and Ristorante Il Gambero, offering seafood specialties.
Getting Around
Olbia is accessible by air through Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport, which connects to major Italian and European cities. The city is also served by a train station and bus network. Local transportation includes buses and taxis, with car rentals available for exploring the region. Walking is convenient within the city center. Costs for local buses are affordable, while taxis can be more expensive. Renting a car is recommended for visiting surrounding beaches and countryside.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit Olbia is from May to September for warm weather and beach activities. Pack light clothing, swimwear, sun protection, and comfortable shoes for walking. Respect local customs such as greeting with a polite "buongiorno" and dressing modestly when visiting churches. Olbia is generally safe, but standard precautions for valuables apply. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some cash in euros is advisable for small purchases and markets.
Culture & Customs
Olbia’s culture reflects Sardinian traditions with a strong emphasis on family, hospitality, and local festivals. Social customs include polite greetings and a relaxed pace of life. Important events include the Feast of San Simplicio in May, celebrating the city’s patron saint with religious processions and festivities. Sardinian music and dance are integral to celebrations. Visitors should be mindful of quiet hours and respectful when photographing people or religious sites.
