Things to do in Porto Torres in May

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Overview

May is a good time to visit Porto Torres. The weather is usually mildly cool and breezy, with temperatures ranging from 59—68°F (15—20°C).

Porto Torres has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your May trip to Porto Torres. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to May. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Porto Torres in May. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout May, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Porto Torres in May

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Holidays in Porto Torres in May
May
  • Labor Day (May 1)
  • Mother's Day (May 10)
Other notable holidays
  • Good Friday (April 3)
  • Easter Sunday (April 5)
  • Easter Monday (April 6)
  • Liberation Day (April 25)
  • The Feast of St Mark (April 25)
  • Republic Day (June 2)
  • The Feast of St. John (June 24)
  • The Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul (June 29)
  • Assumption of Mary (August 15)
  • Ferragosto (August 15)
  • The Feast of Saint Januarius (September 19)
  • Feast of St Francis of Assisi (October 4)
  • All Saints' Day (November 1)
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Weather in Porto Torres in May

Temperatures on an average day in Porto Torres in May

The average temperature in Porto Torres in May for a typical day ranges from a high of 68°F (20°C) to a low of 59°F (15°C). Some would describe the temperature to be mildly cool. The general area may also feel breezy.

For comparison, the hottest month in Porto Torres, August, has days with highs of 82°F (28°C) and lows of 72°F (22°C). The coldest month, February has days with highs of 55°F (13°C) and lows of 48°F (9°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Porto Torres in May based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in May
68°F
highs
59°F
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General weather summary

Mildly cool, breezy
Feels like
16%
Chance of rain
0.065 in
Amount
13.0 mph
Wind speed
71%
Humidity
14.4 hrs
Daylight length
6:10 AM
Sunrise
8:35 PM
Sunset
60%
Cloud cover
Sweater
What to wear
What to wear in May
With an average high of 68°F (20°C) and a low of 59°F (15°C), it generally feels mildly cool and breezy. With that in mind, most people would dress in something moderately warm like a sweater
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Best attractions for Porto Torres in May

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Porto Torres has to offer for travelers in May, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Porto Torres that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Porto Torres for May.
Ente Parco Nazionale dell'Asinara - Area Marina Protetta "Isola dell'Asinara"
1. Ente Parco Nazionale dell'Asinara - Area Marina Protetta "Isola dell'Asinara"
4.6
(94)
Public services
Nature & Parks
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Beautiful Island Suggest have a guide for the history of the island.
Stunning pure nature. You can see goats , horses, muflons and of course unique white donkeys walking around you. Also the prison is very interesting. I recommend to take a boat taxi from windsurfing center near LA Pelosa
The most beautiful place I've ever been!
(Translated by Google) One of the most beautiful places in Sardinia and in the world. You will be able to find various things to visit, the prison, the ossuary, the old work buildings, but above all... The greenery and the sea. It's great to tour the island by bike, be careful in the summer because it's 40 degrees. The only thing, remember that this island is a protected park, so forget about services, taxis, public transport, banks or similar. (Original) Uno dei posti più belli della Sardegna e del mondo. Potrete trovare varie cose da visitare, il carcere, l'ossario, le vecchie costruzioni di lavoro, ma soprattutto... Il verde e il mare. Grandioso girare l'isola in bici, attenti d'estate perché ci sono 40 gradi. Unica cosa, ricordate che quest'isola è un parco protetto, per cui dimenticatevi servizi, taxi, mezzi pubblici, banche o similari.
(Translated by Google) Stunning wild island, panorama, vegetation, animals, all naturalistic and enchanting... fantastic beaches and sea... excursion made by off-road vehicle with the guide of AsinarAvventura... Annalisa Sanna... not to be missed, highly recommended!! (Original) Stupenda isola selvaggia ,panorama ,vegetazione,animali ,tutto naturalistico e incantevole ..spiagge e mare fantastici ...escursione fatta con fuoristrada con la guida di AsinarAvventura ..Annalisa Sanna ..da non perdere ,,consigliatissima!!
(Translated by Google) Fabulous place, uncontaminated and rich in every type of flora and especially fauna, I don't think I have ever seen more beautiful seaside places in my life, even though I went in August, there were a maximum of 50/60 people on the whole island, I highly recommend it (Original) Posto favoloso, incontaminato e ricco di ogni tipo di flora e soprattutto fauna, non credo di aver visto mai in vita mia posti di mare più belli, nonostante sia andato ad agosto, c'erano massimo 50/60 persone in tutta l'isola, lo consiglio vivamente
(Translated by Google) Beautiful park surrounded by nature, it is easy to meet wild animals and the beaches are wonderful. If you decide to visit it by bike it is recommended to do so only if you are well trained, there are many climbs. (Original) Bellissimo parco immerso nella natura, è facile incontrare animali selvatici e le spiagge sono stupende se si decide di visitarlo in bici è consigliato farlo solo se ben allenati, ci sono molte salite.
Basilica of San Gavino
2. Basilica of San Gavino
4.6
(1318)
Basilica
Sights & Landmarks
Hilltop church with facing apses & an underground crypt housing Roman tombs & martyrs' relics.
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I highly recommend a visit to the Basilica of San Gavino in Porto Torres. This Romanesque structure has been beautifully restored, including its impressive crypt. The architectural details and historical significance make it a must-see!!!
A very beautiful and preserved church from century XI. This is an important and unique Roman building that is worth a visit. One of a kind due to its rectangular structure (not in cross-shape as it usually is).
This is a stunningly-beautiful Romanesque church. It's amazing that it was built in the 11th century, probably using elements of a previous Roman temple. The architecture is gorgeous.
Really nice, old cathedral! It’s worth visiting but check if it’s open.
An evocative setting, both the church and the courtyard have been tastefully restored. An oasis of tranquility, also the nearby park.
The story of this church is quite interesting. I enjoyed visiting it.
Very wel maintained and for 3 euro you have acces to the church en crypt
Beautiful building with interesting features.
Balai
3. Balai
Outdoor Activities
Beaches
Balai is a seaside resort flanked by limestone cliffs and pebbly Balai Beach, where tourists flock in the summer. It’s home to the Aragonese Tower and the Port Museum, plus shops, and many restaurants along Piazza Guglielmo Marconi. Parco Robert Baden-Powell offers a waterfront path winding along coves and grottos. There are also ancient ruins at the Altare Monte d’Accoddi and underground tombs at Via Libio 53.
Santuario prenuragico Monte d'Accoddi - Biglietteria
4. Santuario prenuragico Monte d'Accoddi - Biglietteria
4.6
(1273)
Sights & Landmarks
Archaeological museum
Located on a grassy embankment, this site features the excavated ruins of an ancient open-air altar.
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Incredible site. The history and structure are surreal. It is easy to get in, and the staff is very friendly. Notes: Google Maps tried to take us to a farm next to the site, with no access to the location. Probably best to just find your own way from the road. Signage is clear. Google Maps is wrong about the open times. When we went (mid-October) they close at 6pm, but have the final entry time at 5pm. They don’t close for lunch.
It was OK. Not as big as I thought when I looked at others photos. The person at the reception gave me a link with a guide in English which was good. It cost 4 euros each or 10 for a family. Nice view from the top. Shady area to park cars. Well maintained but mot many paths around it which probably gave it an authentic feeling. They were doing a presentation when I was there. Guided tours are available.
The current sanctuary dates back to 2800 BC. It was built by modifying a pre-existing ceremonial area. Half an hour for the visit is enough, ticket €5. It is excellent to combine this visit with the interesting small necropolis of “Su Crucifissu Mannu” with free access that is about one kilometer away from here.
This was one of the most interesting historic places I've visited in Sardinia. We were lucky to encounter a local archaeologist with a tourist group who took the time to explain the historical timeline of the place. I highly recommend visiting it.
Historical place not much to expect if you are excavating team then it’s worth
The site at Turris Libisonis had taken longer than planned but the next site was only about 15 minutes away. Monte d'Accoddi is around 5-6000 years old and looks like a ziggurat. Smaller than the ones of Mesopotamia it is nevertheless an impressive site and unique in Europe. The walls are around 5m tall and the access ramp is 25m and there were lots of wildflowers around the site. Next to it is a large flat stone that could have been a sacrificial altar or feasting table as lots of animals bones were discovered around it. There is also the remains of a neolithic village and one of the many menhirs on the island next to the ramp. The lady at the site was extremely helpful and there was also a useful explanatory app. The aerial photos gave a far better idea of the site size and layout and it is strange that this site is pretty much unheard of while Stonehenge - far more mundane - is world famous. The site was in use from around 3000BC to around 1800BC, so it fell out of use around the time the nuraghe started being built.
Monte d’Accoddi is a unique pre-Nuragic sanctuary, often called the “Sardinian pyramid.” The site is fascinating for history lovers and offers a glimpse into one of the island’s most ancient cultures. The ticket office is simple but efficient, and the visit is well worth it.
Unique prehistoric structure in Sardinia. Impressive kind of high altar surrounded by sacred stones (omphalos, standing stone, sacrificial slab). Definitely worth swinging by although access is a bit of a hassle. Ticket is 4 €, worth it You may ask at the desk for a guide in your language which you hand back. Detailed explanations about that 5,000-year old Osieri culture are fascinating.
Antiquarium Turritano ed Area Archeologica
5. Antiquarium Turritano ed Area Archeologica
4.6
(401)
Archaeological museum
Museums
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What an amazing place to visit. The museum and its artefacts are so interesting and the information gives a real insight into Roman life. The guided view of the sight was an experience I would not have missed! The must go to place in Porto Torres. The ladies on the reception were so lovely and caring making sure we didn't miss anything. I would have liked to take them home ! Thank you for an amazing experience.
Brilliant site. Stefano gave a very interesting guided tour and the mozaics are fantastic. The ladies on reception are very friendly and kindly stored my luggage as it wouldn’t fit in the provided lockers
We wanted to visit the archaeological site. All the signs and google business info says the admission is between 9am to 4pm and the last admission is at 3pm. We were told at the entrance that we aren’t allowed to visit the site and the only possible admission would be at 3pm. Really strange, because all the signs (different ones, not only one) clearly states something different. Too bad, we would have really loved to visit the archeological site…
Very nice Museum. The inside is okay but the outside excavation is really great. It's only open after museum closes. We had a private tour as we were the only visitors and got a great lesson about the history of the bath. Thank you Stefano!
Everything seems to be ok but... it remains unsatisfied.
Amazing museum! We had the pleasure of having Stefano as our tour guide of the outdoor ruins. Super interesting. Must see!
You need to join the tour to see the outside area. There seems to be just one afternoon tour - at 3pm. Returned at 2.40pm and paid 8 euros for my ticket. At 2.45pm it started to rain. Two of the three staff came to the door, opened it and gesticulated at the weather and declared the tour would be cancelled due to rain. It stopped after 5-7 minutes so I assumed the tour would still go ahead. Unfortunately it seemed IT WAS TOO DANGEROUS to even set foot outside. This seemed a bit of overreaction given that some areas were paved. I did notice the only time the three staff (responsible for all 5 visitors) showed any animation was when cancelling the tour and they otherwise looked pretty miserable. I was refunded 3 euros so spent 5 euros for10 minutes looking at some rather dull cabinets of archeological findings hence the two stars. The outdoor area looked interesting but check the clouds before handing over any money!
No ONE WORD in English explaining items It's really a shame.Few employees sitting and boring ,we walking among artefacts like children in a dense fog! ( besides a short film in the beginning) Italy wake up!
Aragonese Tower
6. Aragonese Tower
4.2
(428)
Historical landmark
Sights & Landmarks
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Sad you cannot enter 😞
This is a tower by the sea, no doubt used in past times for spotting danger. Well worth a look if you're in Porto Torres, but after all it's only a tower.
The Aragonese Tower is an interesting historic landmark offering nice views of the surrounding area. Its location by the sea makes it worth a short visit. However, the site is quite simple, with limited information and few services available nearby.
Don't know why the fuss. The windows are broken .. not worth the visit. Seems a bit not taken care of.
Looks great at night
No tickets required. It’s an interesting Tower however was closed when I came in October. Probably during the season you may be able to go inside the Tower.
Ristorante Pizzeria Scogliolungo
7. Ristorante Pizzeria Scogliolungo
4.0
(2344)
Restaurant
Public beach
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Even though Tripadvisor' s comments were not really positive, we decided to go tgere and we had a wonderful experience. Staff really nice and welcoming. The food...OMG the best linguini with astice...i would tgerefore recommend to stop following others comments but to enjoy your own experience...it wss amazing and the location is really beautiful.
We arrived at the restaurant and from the first moment, even not speaking Italian, they were very efficient, I didn't know the city, I was passing through to a nearby region to finish our tour around the island, we decided to stay overnight in a hotel in the city, which by the way were very helpful also. We can only enumerate positive points, no detail that could be bad for the moment, great variety of dishes, I super suggest going through the city and visiting this restaurant, and toast to the super view of the beach that is worth anything.
It was probably my worst restaurant experience in Sardinia in the last 30 years. The service is more like a staff canteen than a restaurant in that price range. Food quality bordered on amateur, service was disjointed, and there was a total lack of customer engagement. Never mind the smell of the bin area next to the entrance, which probably was an early indicator of the whole experience.
I didn’t have the best experience from the start . We asked for a table next to the window as the location of the restaurant has a view over the sea but we’ve been told no because the tables are all booked. We left the restaurant at 9:30pm and the restaurant was almost empty. The tables were setup for 4 and we were just two however if the restaurant is completely empty then I think they could have made an exception and please a customer. There was no music for ambience . The service overall wasn’t great , The food was mediocre and overpriced. On a positive note - the food portions were big , and location amazing if you get to sit by the window of course Definitely not a turist friendly restaurant. Maybe the locals perceive it differently.
Never really knew Porto Torres as we usually come and go off the boat at the harbour. Great view of the outdoor area but with a roof so you’ll enjoy the breeze. Seafood is fresh and staff are very friendly! But at the end it took a bit long for the bill but the place is very good overall!
If you make a small trip for half day in Porto Torres....it is very good place to eat,very friendly staff and nice view
An amazingly beautiful terrace. The fish is fresh and tasty. The cheese desserts are also quite nice. Staff is not so friendly but overall worths the visit. Prices are not high considering the location and the quality of the food. Although 'coperto' is 3 per person, the highest I've seen during my one week stay in Sardinia :)
44€ for this - grilled mix for two people. Are you serious? One of worst dinners in Sardinia. Fresh salad seemed to be left somewhere for couple of days before serving. Deep fried vegetables (some bits of cauliflower and zucchini) helped to take away hunger, at least. Thanks god we bought some prosciutto, bread and cheese for breakfast in the supermarket before, will be happy to complete this dinner at the hotel, as all this obviously was not ok. One star for location, second for the glass of wine, at least those 100 grams of liquid could not be spoiled.
Grotta dell'Inferno
8. Grotta dell'Inferno
4.7
(213)
Outdoor Activities
Nature preserve
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One of the most amazing places you can see. You must go all the way down to get this picture, do not be afraid, go slow and "climb" down using your feet to find protruding rocks to support yourself. You must go down there it is worth it, good luck.
Beautiful paradise that's calm and not crowded. Perfect turquoise water for snorkelling and cliff diving. Don't miss exploring the caves. Far better then the white crowded beach not far from this pearl.
Is free access, you can swim, make picture, hike around, jump from the cliff! Easy to go there, parking free and free entrance! Amazing view!
Amazing, you really have to go right to the edge of the cliff to see but it's awesome
Windy beach in october
Relaxing sunset!!
(Translated by Google) A super nice spot for sunbathing. There are only rocks and no sand, but the view is fantastic. The water is also very deep. (Original) Super schöne Stelle, um sich zu Sonnen. Es gibt an dem Ort zwar nur Felsen und keinen Sand, aber dafür einen tollen Ausblick. Das Wasser ist dort auch sehr tief.
Via Ponte Romano
9. Via Ponte Romano
Sights & Landmarks
Bridges
Church of Saint Gavinus 'a Mare'
10. Church of Saint Gavinus 'a Mare'
4.5
(295)
Catholic church
Sights & Landmarks
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(Translated by Google) Suggestive little church...which when the sea is rough ends up under water...shame that it is almost always closed!!!! (Original) Suggestiva chiesetta ...che quando c'è il mare mosso finisce sott'acqua...peccato che sia quasi sempre chiusa!!!!
(Translated by Google) Small church, which is a landmark of Porto Torres, being white it is very visible from many points (Original) Petita església, que és un punt de referència de Porto Torres, al ser blanca és molt visible des de molts punts
(Translated by Google) A unique church with a double apse, it is the largest Romanesque church in Sardinia. (Original) Chiesa unica nel suo genere con doppio abside,e risulta la chiesa romanica più grande della Sardegna
(Translated by Google) The little church can be seen from Balai beach and is a very recognizable symbol for the inhabitants of Porto Torres. (Original) La chiesetta si vede dalla spiaggia di Balai ed è un simbolo molto riconosciuto per gli abitanti di porto Torres.
(Translated by Google) The area is very beautiful and well looked after. Green lawn and beach with breathtaking rocks ideal these days for a walk. For bike lovers I saw a beautiful cycle path that runs along the coast. Too bad the church was closed (Easter Monday lunch time) (Original) La zona è molto bella e ben curata. Prato verde e spiaggia con scogli mozzafiato ideale in questi giorni per una passeggiata. Per gli amanti della bici ho visto una bella pista ciclabile che costeggia il litorale. Peccato la chiesetta era chiusa (pasquetta ora di pranzo)
(Translated by Google) A small but picturesque church nestled in the pleasant panorama offered by the seafront promenade. Its dating is uncertain; after an initial hypothesis that it was built much more recently, it is believed to have been built towards the end of the seventeenth century. It is dedicated to the saints Gavino, Proto, and Gianuario, who are particularly venerated in Sardinia. Their story was passed down only orally for centuries; there are also differing versions, so its reliability is questionable, but it is approximately as follows. In 303 AD, the Roman Emperor Diocletian issued orders to combat the spreading Christian religion. Barbaro, the governor of the two islands, enforced this order in Corsica and Sardinia. In Porto Torres, he had the priest Proto and the deacon Gianuario arrested for refusing to renounce their religion. For this, they were sentenced to death, but the soldier Gavino, their jailer, let them escape. The enraged governor ordered his beheading on October 25, 303 AD. First, a woman gave him a veil to blindfold him. When she returned home, her husband returned the bloodstained veil to her. He had met Gavino, who had asked him to return it and thank her, but this was not possible because he was already dead. Gavino also appeared to the two fugitives, demanding that they surrender to the authorities. They complied with his request and were also beheaded on October 27, 303 AD, on the site where the small church of "Balai Lontano" now stands. In the Middle Ages, Gavino appeared to a leper, asking him to find their bodies and provide them with a better burial. The leper went to the Roman underground necropolis where this church, called "Balai Vicino," now stands. He found the bodies, and he was cured of leprosy. The Basilica of San Gavino was built in the city center, and they were buried there. On May 3rd, wooden statues of the three martyrs are transferred in procession from the basilica to this church, which is opened for pilgrimage. On Pentecost, the reverse procession takes place. (Original) Piccola ma pittoresca chiesetta posta nel piacevole panorama offerto dalla passeggiata sul lungomare. La sua datazione è incerta, dopo una prima che la ipotizzava costruita in anni molto più recenti si ritiene che possa essere stata costruita verso la fine del diciassettesimo secolo. E’ dedicata ad i santi Gavino,Proto e Gianuario particolarmente venerati in Sardegna. La loro storia per secoli fu tramandata solo oralmente, ci sono anche versioni differenti e quindi l’ attendibilità può essere dubbia ma circa è la seguente. L’ imperatore romano Diocleziano nel 303 d.C. diede ordine di contrastare la religione Cristiana che si stava diffondendo, ad applicarlo in Corsica e Sardegna fu il governatore delle due isole di nome Barbaro. A Porto Torres fece arrestare il sacerdote Proto ed il diacono Gianuario , si rifiutarono di rinnegare la loro religione. Per questo furono condannati a morte ma il soldato Gavino, loro carceriere li lasciò fuggire. Infuriato il governatore ordinò la sua decapitazione avvenuta il 25 Ottobre del 303 d.C. ; prima una donna gli diede un velo per bendarsi gli occhi. Ritornata a casa il marito le ridiede quel velo macchiato di sangue, aveva incontrato Gavino che gli aveva chiesto di restituirglielo e ringraziarla ma questo non era possibile perché era già morto. Gavino apparve anche ai due fuggiaschi richiedendoli di consegnarsi alle autorità, esaudirono la sua richiesta e vennero decapitati il 27 Ottobre del 303 d.C anche loro nel luogo dove ora si trova la piccola chiesa di “Balai Lontano”. Nel medioevo Gavino apparve ad un malato di lebbra chiedendogli di ritrovare i loro corpi e di dargli migliore sepoltura, il malato si recò nella necropoli ipogea di epoca romana dove ora sorge questa chiesa detta”Balai Vicino” ritrovò le salme, lui guarì dalla lebbra, venne costruita la basilica di San Gavino in centro città e li furono inumate. Il 3 Maggio dei simulacri in legno dei 3 martiri vengono trasferiti in processione dalla basilica a questa chiesa che viene aperta al pellegrinaggio. Il giorno di pentecoste avviene la processione inversa.
Beach Acque Dolci
11. Beach Acque Dolci
4.5
(145)
Outdoor Activities
Beaches
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Not the best beach ever but so close to our fairy. So we spent the day here until it was time to bord. There was a little booth that sold drinks and ice cream which was great for the children. The staff there was really nice too. We had fun snorkeling 🤿 since we saw a lot of fish 🐟. The kids climbed on the rocks and it was not too crowded. The sand is ok but we’ve seen better. But overall a good day at the beach for us.
It’s not the best beach on thex island, but cool if you don’t want to drive around till la Pelosa.
Beautiful and safe little beach. It was our favourite in Porto Torres.
Almost saw Corse 😃
(Translated by Google) Beautiful free beach, very clean water! There are free showers and there is also a kiosk bar where you can have lunch. Very convenient for those who have to board in Porto Torres and there is free parking without parking disc. (Original) Bellissima spiaggia libera, acqua pulitissima! Ci sono le docce gratuite e c'è anche un chiosco bar dove poter pranzare. Comodissima per chi si deve imbarcare a Porto Torres e c'è parcheggio gratuito senza disco orario.
(Translated by Google) Beautiful beach, not very big but with clear sea and a seabed that slopes slowly, good for children, there is a kiosk for drinking coffee, soft drinks etc. (Original) Bella spiaggia non molto grande ma con mare limpido e fondale che scende lentamente buono per i bambini c è 1 chiosco per bere caffè bibite ecc
(Translated by Google) A beautiful beach divided into three sections, it also has a disabled access point and two kiosks where you can have breakfast and an aperitif. (Original) Bellissima spiaggia suddivisa in tre parti, dispone anche di una discesa per disabili e di due chioschi dove poter fare colazione e prendersi un aperitivo.
Parco Archeologico di Turris Libisonis
12. Parco Archeologico di Turris Libisonis
4.4
(584)
Archaeological site
Sights & Landmarks
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Very cool museum about a Roman bath house. Very informative with audio tour. However what makes this museum stand apart is that you only can visit the excavation site with a guide. Fantastic! 45 minutes tour with explanation. After the tour we even got 4 booklets about Sardinië and her history..... For free... They refused our donation as we bought the tickets they said... Never had such a lovely museum and excavation visit. Highly recommended!
Porto Torres isn't just beaches! There are the remains of a Roman town to visit. The mosaics are particularly impressive.
Both the museum and the actual ruins were very interesting. There's a lot there- well worth the visit. 7€ for both. The ladies at the desk were so friendly and kind as I tried to communicate with my very little Italian, mixed with Spanish and aided by Google Translate. 😂
I refuse to give an archaeological site one star because the worl they do is priceless, but we drive 40 minutes just to see this and they wouldn't let us visit the outdoors area but it was raining very slightly. No judgement, but so nonsensical
Turris Libisonis was the only Roman colony on the island, meaning that all inhabitants were Roman citizens which was extremely important in the early Imperial period. We parked at the port and crossed the road to the museum. Access to the archeological site itself is only on an escorted tour for safety reasons so we had an hour in the museum before the next tour. That was longer than I'd liked but the staff were lovely and the museum had some interesting exhibits. Roman glass is always impressive and the thinness of the examples here was quite amazing. The excavated ruins were ok and there were some very good mosaics which gave an idea of the interior decor enjoyed by the wealthy merchant families at the height of the Empire. The site is quite large and a lot has been swallowed up by the modern town and the railway line was also cut through it. There is an intact Roman bridge just round the corner too which looks like it is being restored. I think there were more staff on this little site than in all the English Heritage sites I have visited this year!
My objectibe was to guve only 5 stars at any review, but here unfortunately it was impossible. The site seems to be huge and interesting (we do not really know) and the lady at the entrance was ok, but the management and the program sucks. You are not aloud to visit the site alone and there are only three tours a day, at 10.00, 12.00 and 15.00. We arrived at 12.05 and we were not allowed to join the group. They speak only italian anyway. It is also a small museum at the entrance of the archeological park which we were allowed to visit. Still, some of us were so disapointed that decided not to enter. I visited it and I feel like I lost my time. It is only one mosaic with a funeral inscription, not realy impresive. I should suggest the management to chamnge the rules and let people visit the site alone, maybe a smaller enclosure if not the entire site. The price for the museum was 4 Euro, for the site 4 Euro, and for both 7 Euro.
I'm sure it would have been great but you can't just wander around, only with a guided tour. I didn't know 😭 I just missed one and the next was in 3 hours. Don't make the same mistake!
Only can access via guided tour every 90 min to 2 hours. And the tour takes an hour. We arrived just after a tour departed and didn’t want to wait for the next tour to start.
Chiesa della Beata Vergine della Consolata
13. Chiesa della Beata Vergine della Consolata
4.1
(14)
Catholic church
Sights & Landmarks
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(Translated by Google) A nice, modest church. (Original) Ładny, skromny kościółek.
Nice .... but it was closed at 2 pm ....
(Translated by Google) Small church of recent construction (19th century), located in the main street of Portotorres, it has the rank of parish but is not very attractive; a single, small nave, a very simple altar and two side altars, the thing I liked most is the external façade, although simple and a little ruined by humidity, with its beautiful design above the entrance. (Original) Piccola Chiesa di recente costruzione (XIX° secolo), si trova nella principale Via di Portotorres, ha il rango di Parrocchia ma non è molto attraente; una unica Navata, piccola, un Altare molto semplice e due Altari laterali, la cosa che mi è piaciuta maggiormente è la Facciata esterna, ancorché semplice ed un pò rovinata dall'umido, con il suo bel disegno sopra l'ingresso.
(Translated by Google) Beautiful and charming! Worth visiting and spending a few minutes in prayer!!! (Original) Bellissima e affascinante! Da visitare e da passarci qualche minuto in preghiera!!!
(Translated by Google) Small and welcoming with a great priest (Original) Piccola e accogliente con un ottimo prete
(Translated by Google) Not worth it, unfriendly priest (Original) Lohnt nicht, unfreundlicher Pfaffe
(Translated by Google) Place of peace, ideal for praying... (Original) Luogo di pace, ideale per pregare...
Via Libio 53 - Tombe ipogeiche romane
14. Via Libio 53 - Tombe ipogeiche romane
4.2
(46)
Historical landmark
Sights & Landmarks
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Worth taking the trouble to find
It was interesting to see the site, but unfortunately, the guide seemed to lack in-depth knowledge. Her explanations were not very clear, and the tour felt quite short. We were only shown the front of the site and the museum, with no access to the back area. Additionally, almost everything was in Italian, with very little information available in English, which made it difficult to fully understand and appreciate the experience.
(Translated by Google) Drink a glass of limoncello brewed by the proprietress in the ruins of an ancient Roman tomb! This is perhaps the only archaeological museum opened in a tavern. You can see the excavation site of ancient Roman tombs, and even drill into the underground caves to experience the feeling of life in the tombs. The boss and his wife were very warm and kind. Although they didn't understand the language, they invited me to join their small table and we communicated happily using translation software. Please don’t expect a textbook museum, here you can see the wonderful coexistence of ancient ruins and modern life. Be sure to try the limoncello and creamy limoncello made by the proprietress herself! Grazie di tutto. Amore dalla Cina! ❤️❤️ (Original) 在古罗马墓穴遗迹里喝一杯老板娘自酿的limoncello吧!这或许是独一无二的开在酒馆里的考古博物馆了,你能看到古罗马墓穴的挖掘现场,甚至可以钻到地下岩穴中体验墓中生活的感觉。老板和老板娘非常热情善良,虽然语言不通,他们还是邀请我加入了他们的小桌,我们用翻译软件开心地交流。请不要期待教科书式的博物馆,在这里你能看到古老遗迹与现代生活的奇妙共存。一定要尝尝老板娘自己做的limoncello和奶油柠檬酒!Grazie di tutto. Amore dalla Cina! ❤️❤️
(Translated by Google) Hypogean tombs located inside a building used as a bar, small but interesting. (Original) Tombe ipogeiche che si trovano all'interno di un edificio ad uso bar, piccole ma interessanti.
(Translated by Google) Mr. is a charm. And very committed to the discovery and care of that treasure. The entire city is built on ruins, but unfortunately there are few citizens who value and respect history. Congratulations Lord!!! And the coffee is very delicious!! (Original) El sr es un encanto. Y muy comprometido c el hallazgo y cuidado de ese tesoro. Toda la ciudad está construida sobre ruinas, pero lamentablemente son pocos los ciudadanos q valoran y respetan la historia. Felicitaciones Señor!!! Y muy rico el café!!
(Translated by Google) A fascinating place, a bar that unfolds on a Roman necropolis, partially excavated with interesting tombs, even decorated. It deserves to be visited with the help of multimedia content that starts with QR code, with accurate explanations and excavation videos. I thank the owner who welcomed us in a courteous and friendly manner. (Original) Un luogo affascinante, un bar che si snoda su una necropoli romana, parzialmente scavata con interessanti tombe, anche decorate. Merita di essere visitata con l'ausilio dei contenuti multimediali che si avviano con QR code, con spiegazioni accurate e video di scavo. Ringrazio il titolare che ci ha accolto in maniera cortese e simpatica.
(Translated by Google) Friendly welcome. Excavations can be viewed in a café. Small site. Seen in 5 minutes. (Original) Vriendelijk onthaal. Opgravingen te bekijken in café. Kleine site. Op 5 minuten gezien.
(Translated by Google) The photos circulating on Google are those of the necropolis of Su Crucifissu Mannu, also in Porto Torres, but they have nothing to do with the tombs in via Libio (in the photo!) which are in the city centre, inside a building, since they were found while the foundations of condominium garages were being laid! The best part is that the garages were built anyway!! After all, the entire Porto Torres stands on a pre-existing Roman city, which in turn stood on settlements that go back in time to the pre-Nuragic age. I recommend visiting them because they give an idea of ​​what really exists underground in this ugly industrial city! Let's say right away that the 3.50 ticket, in my opinion, is a little high, because the portion of the cemetery that can be seen is very small: currently the skeletal remains of a child and some decorations are visible which, however, are disappearing! The bizarre thing is that these catacombs are located inside a room: a sort of pub restaurant, with the lady at the counter who gives the guided tours! Strange example of collaboration between public and private, which nevertheless has the merit of making a site of historical-artistic interest usable, otherwise destined to disappear under flows of concrete, as happened to 99% of this cemetery area! (Original) Le foto che girano su Google sono quelle della necropoli di Su Crucifissu Mannu, sempre a Porto Torres, ma non c'entrano nulla con le tombe di via Libio (in foto!) che sono in centro città, all'interno di un palazzo, poiché sono state rinvenute mentre si gettavano le fondamenta di garage condominiali! Il bello è che i garage sono stati costruiti comunque!! Del resto l'intera Porto Torres sorge su una preesistente città romana, che a sua volta sorgeva su insediamenti che vanno a ritroso nel tempo fino all'età pre-nuragica. Io consiglio di visitarle perché danno un'idea di che cosa realmente c'è nel sottosuolo di questa brutta città industriale! Diciamo subito che il biglietto di 3.50, secondo me, è un po' altino, perché la porzione di cimitero che si può vedere è piccola piccola: attualmente sono visibili i resti ossei di un bambino ed alcune decorazioni che tuttavia stanno scomparendo! La cosa bizzarra è che queste catacombe si trovano dentro un locale: una specie di pub ristorante, con la signora del banco che fa le visite guidate! Strano esempio di collaborazione tra pubblico e privato, che ha comunque il merito di rendere fruibile un sito di interesse storico-artistico, altrimenti destinato a scomparire sotto colate di cemento, come è successo al 99% di quest'area cimiteriale!
Port Museum
15. Port Museum
4.4
(45)
Maritime museum
Museums
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(Translated by Google) Rich in the history of local boats and tools. There is no shortage of countless models and there is an original gozzo. The guides Nicoletta and Lorenzo are available and competent. (Original) Ricco della storia delle imbarcazioni locali e degli strumenti. Non mancano innumerevoli modellini e c'è un gozzo originale. Disponibili e competenti le guide Nicoletta e Lorenzo.
(Translated by Google) Really very interesting museum, especially accompanied by a guide. Absolutely worth seeing! (Original) Museo davvero molto interessante, soprattutto accompagnati dalla guida. Da vedere assolutamente!
(Translated by Google) I was there for an event in which I was a participant. I didn't see the place very well, except its courtyard and a room used for photography exhibition. I will give a more detailed description on my next visit. However, it seemed to me to be a very important and well-maintained point. (Original) Vi sono stato per una manifestazione in cui ero partecipe. Non ho visto molto bene il luogo, tranne il suo cortile e una sala adibita a esposizione di fotografia. Darò una mia più ampia descrizione alla prossima visita. Mi è sembrato comunque un punto molto importante e ben tenuto.
(Translated by Google) Interesting and lovely little museum. Maximum courtesy and professionalism, you can see it when you do your job with passion. If you have children, come and they will have fun (Original) Piccolo museo interessante e grazioso. Massima cortesia e professionalità, si vede quando si fa con passione il proprio lavoro. Se avete dei bimbi venite e si divertiranno
(Translated by Google) The museum is small but with an exceptional guide, very knowledgeable and with a lot of patience and passion that he manages to convey to those who listen to him. It also offers a series of really beautiful and engaging workshops for children (Original) Il museo è piccolo ma con una guida eccezionale, preparatissima e con tanta pazienza e passione che riesce a trasmettere a chi la ascolta. Propone anche una serie di laboratori per bambini davvero belli e coinvolgenti
(Translated by Google) Small museum dedicated to boats and traditional fishing. The scale models of the boats and the section dedicated to traditional carpentry are interesting. (Original) Piccolo museo dedicato alle imbarcazioni e alla pesca tradizionale. Interessanti i modellini in scala delle imbarcazioni e la sezione dedicata alla carpenteria tradizionale.
(Translated by Google) Very nice little sea museum. The spouses who act as guides during the visit are very knowledgeable. Worth seeing. (Original) Piccolo museo del mare molto carino. Molto preparati i coniugi che ti fanno da cicerone durante la visita. Da vedere.
(Translated by Google) Fantastic museum for boat lovers, good organization of the staff! (Original) Museo fantastico per gli amanti delle barche, buona organizzazione del personale!
Parco San Gavino
16. Parco San Gavino
4.2
(729)
Playground
Nature & Parks
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Beautiful authentic church, must see
(Translated by Google) A welcoming green lung, clean, fresh.... beautiful playground for children. A spacious park accessible to all. Ample on-street parking, also accessible to dogs kept according to the rules and accessible to disabled people even in wheelchairs. Inside the park there are several benches. Also recommended for shelter from the scorching heat. Advised. Free entry. (Original) Un accogliente polmone verde,pulito,fresco....bellissimo parco giochi per i bambini.Un parco spazioso e accessibile a tutti. Ampi parcheggi su strada,accessibile anche ai cani tenuti secondo le regole e accessibile ai disabili anche in sedia a rotelle. All'interno del parco ci sono diverse panchine. Consigliato anche per ripararsi dal caldo torrido. Consigliato. Ingresso gratuito.
(Translated by Google) Dirt everywhere, including a syringe. A delicate smell of marijuana could be perceived. But that is not what bothers. The neglect of the benches, we lay down in the "grass", among dog poop and garbage. How sad. Such a quiet place...... (Original) Sporcizia ovunque, tra cui una siringa . Si percepiva un delicato odore di marjuana. Ma non è quello che infastidisce. La trascuratezza delle panchine ,ci siamo sdraiati nel "prato", tra cacche di cane e rifiuti. Che tristezza. Un posto così tranquillo......
(Translated by Google) The place is beautiful but abandoned to neglect and rude people. Rubbish everywhere, under the only table available near the entrance a sea of ​​paper, cans and waste of all kinds despite there being containers (unlike other parts of the town where they are scarce). Things are no better in the flowerbeds and other parts of the park. Some games have loose bolts, the butts are countless. Really a big shame. Unfortunately, the rubbish problem throughout Porto Torres is very evident and I can't believe that nothing is being done to solve it. (Original) Il posto è bellissimo ma abbandonato all'incuria e ai maleducati. Spazzatura ovunque, sotto l'unico tavolino disponibile vicino all'ingresso un mare di carta, lattine e rifiuti di ogni genere nonostante ci siano i contenitori (a differenza di altre parti della cittadina dove scarseggiano)Non va meglio nelle aiuole e nelle altre parti del parco. Alcuni giochi hanno bulloni allentati, le cicche non si contano. Davvero un gran peccato. Purtroppo il problema della spazzatura in tutta Porto Torres è evidentissimo e non mi capacito che non si faccia nulla per risolverlo.
(Translated by Google) A park that could be very beautiful, shame about the dirt and rubbish left by uncivilized people, I would like there to be cameras throughout the park to identify and fine the filthy louts who reduce public places to this state. Smoking ban but people don't care, rightly no ban on dogs also because it would be ridiculous with all this rubbish (Original) Parco che potrebbe essere molto bello, peccato per la sporcizia e la spazzatura lasciata da gente incivile, mi piacerebbe che ci fossero telecamere in tutto il parco per identificare e multare i zozzoni luridi che riducono in questo stato i posti pubblici. Divieto di fumare ma la gente se ne infischia, giustamente nessun divieto per i cani anche perché sarebbe ridicolo con tutta questa spazzatura
(Translated by Google) Quiet park with comfortable benches, there are many games for children such as slides, swings, climbing castles. The only flaw is the fountain not working and the pulley completely destroyed, I would recommend taking away the remaining padanas as they are dangerous. (Original) Parco tranquillo con comode panchine, sono presenti molti giochi per bambini come scivoli, altalene, castelli per arrampicarsi. Unica pecca la fontanella non funzionante e la carrucola completamente distrutta, consiglierei di portare via le padane rimaste perché pericolose.
(Translated by Google) Very beautiful church; magnificent with its two apses and no real facade. Rather atypical structure and majestic interior. Built in honor of the 3 holy martyrs in the 11th century, it can be appreciated in its park which brings together the church with a green space, the place of residence for the faithful and Roman columns next to the inhabited houses (almost surreal). (Original) Très belle église; magnifique avec ses deux absides et sans véritable façade. Structure plutôt atypique et intérieur majestueux. Construite en l'honneur des 3 saints martyres en XIieme siècle, on peut l'apprécier dans son parc qui regroupe l'église avec une espace verte, le lieu de résidence pour les fidèles et des colonnes romaines voisines des maisons habitées ( presque surréaliste).
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