Top Things to do in Costa Smeralda
The 10 Best Things to do in Costa Smeralda, Sardinia
With 35 miles of glorious coastline along Sardinia’s northern shore, Costa Smerelda (or Emerald Coast) was created as a getaway for the rich and famous by Prince Karin Aga Khan IV in the early 1960s. Sailing, waterskiing, scuba diving, golfing, shopping, fine dining and partying are some of the area’s best activities. Hotel prices can be exorbitant, but that’s no problem for the area’s wealthy visitors, even less so since many arrive in their own private yachts. Porto Cervo is the main town.
Restaurants in Costa Smeralda
1. Stella Maris
2. Nuraghe la Prisgiona
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 456 reviews
Archaeological site. Bronze age Nuraghe with village.
Reviewed By electra-review - Bristol, United Kingdom
We went in terrible weather and had trouble finding our way in as the gate was locked. Went back to nearby restaurant to have a drink and get help. They were very nice people but suffering a power cut but we were happy with a glass of local wine and the shelter. Shown track to the ticket office and unlocked by then. The site was set in a cork oak forest with some very ancient trees. The village has a defensive wall and central tower and the ruins of buildings used for handicrafts including pottery production and bread making. Horseshoe bats were roosting in one of the buildings so we were careful not to disturb them.
3. Spiaggia del Pevero
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 876 reviews
Reviewed By Pier76S - Vicenza, Italy
The beaches are a diamond. You can spend your time at the Piccolo Pevero, smaller and more private than the Grand Pevero. On the other hand, Grande Pevero is better than Maldives and you find there all you need to enjoy one full day looking the seaside, swimming, relaxing, eating Italian food and drinking good beers and cocktails. And obviously....the sunnnnn! White sand and blue/emerald water! 100% recommended
4. Spiaggia Capriccioli
5. La Celvia Beach
6. Spiaggia Mannena (Spiaggia Barca Bruciata)
7. Spiaggia Le Piscine
8. Spiaggia Delle Vacche
9. Liscia Ruja
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,000 reviews
Reviewed By 215josephs224 - Philadelphia, United States
Beautiful beach with white sand and crystal clear water. Many yachts and a good spot to people watch. Water is calm and refreshing with many beach clubs among the water. Parking in lots not on the side or will be ticketed. The beach is not secluded but is very relaxing.
10. Spiaggia del Principe
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,288 reviews
Reviewed By dml4955 - Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
We visited lots of beautiful beaches in Sardinia - but this one would take some beating - not just in Sardinia - but anywhere! It’s unspoilt, small but stunning! The route down to it is hairy - a rocky path down from a cliff top car park - about 5-10 mins walk - BUT - for those less able there is a TUK-TUK service taking you from the car park to beach for €5. There is a bar/van for snacks/drinks/ice-cream & you can hire beds/umbrellas - but given this is a local beach - many people take their own umbrellas etc & as a local gem it is busy - but it is also fabulous.
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