From Costa Smeralda to the south of Cagliari: the must-see beaches and how to reach them by car.
Sardinia is world-famous for its crystal-clear sea and white-sand beaches. Among the most renowned are La Pelosa in Stintino, the Caribbean-like waters of Cala Brandinchi near San Teodoro and the coves of Costa Smeralda.
In the south of the island, Tuerredda beach, Chia with its dunes and the long Poetto in Cagliari — perfect at sunset — are well worth a visit. Many of these beaches can only be reached by car.
With a rental car you can move freely from one cove to the next, skip public-transport timetables and reach even the most hidden spots. Pick up your car directly at the airport and set off right away.