Did you know Sardinia in winter is actually great? I live in Sardinia (Cagliari, to be precise) year-round, and love a good Sardinian winter – mild, cozy, and fun.
Sardinia is typically considered to be a summer destination, and it’s easy to see why – the long, crescent-shaped beaches, the inviting crystal turquoise sea, and the chance to enjoy delicious Sardinian food (and drink a good Sardinian wine, or even a Sardinian beer) al fresco with stunning views. There’s not much about summer in Sardinia that you won’t like!
However, I believe any season is a good season to visit Sardinia, and a trip to Sardinia in winter is still very much possible. If you don’t like the heat or are simply looking for a more budget-friendly trip to Sardinia (visiting Sardinia is very expensive in the summer), you may find winter is the best time to go.
There’s much more to Sardinia than beautiful beaches, with plenty of culture and Sardinian history to occupy your time even during winter. In some cases, visiting Sardinia during the off-season brings rewards all of its own that you just won’t get in the summer – carnival, anyone?
Are you still not sure if you should spend winter in Sardinia? I’ve put together this guide to help you see why you should definitely be visiting Sardinia in this season!
All The Reasons To Visit Sardinia In Winter
The weather is sunny (most of the time)
Sardinia may be known for its hot weather in the height of the summer, but in the offseason, it’s a different story. Though it’s not freezing, it’s much cooler – but that doesn’t mean the weather’s bad. Most of the time, Sardinia is sunny – even in winter – and is one of the best destinations for winter sun in Europe.
The main thing you need to consider about Sardinia in winter is that there is a difference in weather between the coast and the interior mountain region, where the coast is pleasantly mild, and the mountains can get much colder, and receive regular snowfall (there’s even a ski station in Fonni, a small town in the Barbagia Region).
In November, things get milder, with average daytime temperatures of around 13-17°C (55°-66°F), dropping at night to around 8°C (about 47°F). In December, the island receives an average of nine hours of sunshine a day. It can still be very sunny though, and we in Cagliari are known to go for walks at Poetto Beach even on Christmas day!
Even though the average temperature for this month is around 11°C (52°F), with highs of 15°C (59°F), the days are crisp and usually sunny. It’s a similar story for January. Inland, the climate is significantly colder – you can expect around 5-8°C (41-47°F) during the day.
Sardinia in winter gets rain (or snow in the mountains), but it’s minimal. All in all, the mild winters on the coast – especially compared to other places in Europe – make Sardinia a pleasant place to explore, perfect for a sun-weekend escape from the cold of northern Europe or North America.
Make sure to read my posts, The Weather In Sardinia and Does It Snow In Sardinia?, for more information on the weather on the island.
It’s less crowded
Sardinia’s beauty really attracts the crowds during the summer months. Who wouldn’t want to spend a few weeks of warm, beautiful weather adventuring around one of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful islands?
And it’s not just summer. Tourist season in Sardinia starts in May and runs until September, with the island most recently (in 2024) welcoming 4.5 million tourists! That’s a lot of people.
As you may expect, during the peak season, beaches are busy (even the protected beaches of Sardinia, which must be booked in advance, are crowded), restaurants around Sardinia, as well as bars, can be packed, and the top sights can get pretty crowded with visitors.
Outside of the tourist season, however, Sardinia is not crowded. Sardinia in winter practically empties of visitors, leaving the historic cobbled streets of Sardinia’s small towns, Sardinia’s archaeological sites, hiking routes, and beaches virtually empty for you to enjoy. It’s much easier to feel the local life and flavor of Sardinia without all the crowds!
It’s cheaper to fly and get around
With all those people flocking to Sardinia in peak season, the island is in high demand, so even getting to Sardinia can come at a surprising cost.
Airlines consider the high season in Sardinia to be May, June, July, and August. Prices start decreasing in September, while the cheapest month to fly here is November. December can be fairly expensive around Christmas, when lots of Sardinians residing elsewhere in Italy and Europe make their way home for their festivities.
If you choose to fly to Sardinia during the offseason, especially from elsewhere in Europe, you can expect to win yourself a flight at a snip of the price it would usually cost.
There are fewer direct flights to the island – for example, there are no direct flights from Amsterdam to Sardinia between November and March. But many routes (ie, London to Sardinia, or Paris to Sardinia) are operative year-round, and you can always fly from Rome, Venice, or Milan to Sardinia anyway.
Budget airlines such as Ryanair, EasyJet, and Eurowings fly directly to Sardinia from several major European cities. That means you have even more chances of finding yourself a great deal.
My post How To Get To Sardinia explains the various ways you can use to reach the island, and the best routes (including when flying from North America).
But there’s more. Not only is flying (or even taking the ferry) to Sardinia cheaper in the winter months. It’s also much cheaper to move around. Of course, public buses and trains in Sardinia work well in the winter months, and if that’s how you want to get around Sardinia, you won’t have any issues.
Renting a car in Sardinia is not expensive at all if you visit in the off-season, and there’s more availability, which means you don’t have to book so much in advance (I normally recommend booking your car between 6 to 8 months in advance if you are visiting in the peak season).
Driving in Sardinia in winter is more pleasant, as there’s not so much traffic outside of the cities, and you’ll have all the best scenic drives around the island to yourself during the week.
I recommend using Discover Cars to book your car rental in Sardinia. It’s a comparison site that shows you the best deals for your price range.
And cheaper to stay
Much like airline tickets, accommodation in Sardinia during the winter is a lot cheaper. In “shoulder season” – from April to June and mid-September to October – room rates are much lower than their summer prices.
In low season (winter), prices for hotels and holiday rentals (ie, Airbnbs) can be up to 50% less than in the summer months, which is an incredible reduction.
The potential to book yourself a bargain boutique hotel in Sardinia, or an even cheaper guesthouse somewhere on the island, is a great reason to visit Sardinia in winter, especially if you don’t like accommodation prices eating into your budget.
Far better to spend your money on other things, like exploring the island and eating lots of delicious local food.
Some hotels in holiday resorts (ie, Costa Rei or Santa Maria Navarrese) choose to close their doors completely during the offseason, but many in larger towns and cities stay open – some hotels in Cagliari offer great rates during the winter, and Cagliari hotels by the beach remain open.
Besides, there’s always the option of booking yourself an Airbnb for a more local stay.
My favorite booking engine for accommodation is Booking.com. That’s where I find the best deals on hotels and short holiday rentals.
Check out my post Is Sardinia Expensive? A Local’s Perspective to get an idea of prices on the island.
Cagliari is a fabulous city break
Many cities throughout Europe have long been “city break” destinations – Paris, Brussels, and London, to name just a few. But Cagliari, Sardinia’s very own capital, should not be overlooked: it’s got some serious city break credentials!
Winter in Cagliari provides the perfect backdrop for exploring the streets of the historic districts of Castello, La Marina, Villanova, and Stampace, and immersing yourself in its history. The cooler temperatures make exploring much more pleasant than it is during the sweltering summer heat.
And with fewer tourists around, you’ll have a much more peaceful experience exploring the alleyways, piazzas, and old city churches.
If you’ve never been to Cagliari, you’re in for a surprise. This city is super interesting.
Each neighborhood has plenty of restaurants (there are also lots of budget restaurants, and even vegan-friendly places), aperitivo and wine bars, as well as cafes (including historic cafés) to dip in and out of, as well as some of the best museums in Sardinia, where you can get to grips with Sardinia’s history. It even has a handful of urban beaches perfect for a winter walk.
Cagliari is an excellent place for a city break, with enough of everything to make it a comprehensive experience. It’s also an excellent base to explore South Sardinia – you can opt for one of the many easy day trips from Cagliari, or even use my South Sardinia itinerary for inspiration.
These guided tours of Cagliari may be a good idea to get to know the city better:
Other posts about Cagliari you should read:
You can’t swim, but you can still enjoy the beaches
While it is often sunny in winter, the cooler air means Sardinia’s sea temperatures are also on the chilly side.
You can’t really swim during winter in Sardinia – unless you like swimming in really cold water. But you can definitely still enjoy the gorgeous stretches of sand and sea.
In fact, without all the sunbathers, swimmers, and beach-going families of summer, the beaches take on a whole new beauty – much more stark and serene.
Beaches in Sardinia come in many shapes and sizes – from long strips of sand to tiny white crescents tucked away in coves, like Punta Molentis near Villasimius (an easy day trip from Cagliari). You can still enjoy a walk along a beach on a sunny winter’s day, wrapped in a warm sweater, with peace to take it all in. Sounds good, right?
We locals of Cagliari enjoy walking, running, biking, and skating along Poetto Beach even in the winter months – and you’ll even find cafés and restaurants along the beach that are open, and some people sunbathing on a sunny day. Similarly, locals of Alghero enjoy Alghero’s city beaches such as Lido San Giovanni.
Sardinia in winter is an excellent surfing destination too. My posts, Where To Go Surfing In Sardinia and The Best Kitesurfing Spots in Sardinia, share tips on where to go in search of waves and wind.
It’s a great time to go hiking
Sardinia has some excellent hiking opportunities. Away from the pretty coastal towns on the island, and its amazing beaches, there are miles upon miles of hiking trails hugging the coast and crisscrossing the island.
The various trails that lace around Sardinia come in various lengths and difficulties – some challenging, some easy – meaning they’re available to use for practically any ability and fitness level.
That said, if you try tackling these in summer, you’ll be sweaty, have the sun beating down on you the whole time, and need to carry a lot of water (though I recommend bringing water with you even if you are hiking in the winter).
During winter, hikes in Sardinia still reveal the island’s stunning natural beauty, with much less of that summer’s intense sun that can make hiking much more grueling.
Although some spots, like Bidderosa Natural Park, aren’t open in the depths of winter, many of the island’s best hikes can still be enjoyed in winter, even if there are fewer hours of daylight.
There are coastal trails galore that offer impressive views of the Mediterranean – for example, the trail that connects the Laveria Lamarmora in Nebida with the Masua Pan di Zucchero beach, near the Porto Flavia mine, or the Roman Road hike in southwestern Sardinia.
You can even hike to a secluded beach like Cala Mariolu or Cala Golortizé, or opt for one of the many hiking trails in Gorropu Gorge, one of the deepest canyons in Europe.
Make sure to read my post, Tips For Hiking In Sardinia, for more trail ideas and hiking tips.
There are many interesting archaeological sites
Sardinia is super historical. With civilizations older even than the Romans of the Italian mainland, Sardinia has an ancient culture all of its own, known as Nuragic.
But there are cultures in Sardinia that are even prior to that, such as the Ozieri culture, to which we owe the UNESCO-inscribed domus de janas (necropolises that date from a period between the 5th and the 3rd millennia BC), which are scattered around the entire island.
The Nuragic culture, on the other hand, left Sardinia with thousands of Nuraghe (which give the culture its name). Many of these ruins date back as far as 1800 BC and are considered to be much more advanced than archaeological ruins of different Mediterranean cultures dating back to similar times.
Today, you can visit these Nuraghe. There are more than 7,000 of them, so you’ll never be too far away from this part of Sardinia’s history.
If you are in the area of Alghero, you could visit Nuraghe Palmavera. In the area of Arzachena and the Emerald Coast, in Sardinia’s Gallura, there’s Nuraghe La Prisgiona. If you are in Oristano, you can reach Nuraghe Losa in Abbasanta. And if you are in Sassari, you can drive to Nuraghe Santu Antine in Torralba.
There’s even a UNESCO-recognized Nuraghe – called Su Nuraxi, and located in Barumini, a small town about an hour drive from Cagliari.
If you don’t want to rent a car in Cagliari, you can opt for this half-day tour of Su Nuraxi di Barumini departing from Cagliari that visits the nuraghe.
But there are many more interesting archaeological sites in Sardinia. The island has seen many visitors come and go – the Carthaginians, the Romans (there are Roman ruins just about everywhere), Byzantines, Vandals, and various kingdoms and republics of medieval Europe.
These numerous conquerors have made their impact on Sardinia in everything from Sardinia’s language and roads to food and culture.
Three sites are especially great examples of the Romans’ presence in Sardinia:
- The Ancient City of Nora, near Pula in South Sardinia (about an hour from Cagliari), is complete with a theater, Roman roads, temples, and even Roman baths. If you don’t have a car, you can visit them on this guided tour from Cagliari.
- The Ruins of Tharros, in the Sinis Peninsula near Cabras, not far from Oristano, have their own system of Roman roads, baths, and temples.
- Fordongianus Roman Baths in Fordongianus, an easy drive from Oristano, are a perfect example of Roman architecture in Sardinia.
Visiting Sardinia during the winter allows you to see these vestiges of empires past without tour groups and other visitors diluting the atmosphere.
And museums
With all that ancient and medieval history, it’s a given that Sardinia has many museums proudly displaying its culture and heritage. There are a lot of them to get around.
During winter in Sardinia, the museums are perfect for a place of cultural shelter during a particularly chilly morning or an afternoon downpour.
The National Archaeological Museum in Cagliari, for example, is the most renowned of Sardinia’s museums. Located in the historic district of Castello, it spans four floors and it presents an array of exhibits from prehistoric cultures to Byzantine era finds.
The National Museum in Sassari showcases the incredible private art collection of Giovanni Antonio Sanna, a Sardinian entrepreneur and politician who lived between mainland Italy and his hometown of Sassari in the 19th century. The museum is an excellent place to spend an hour or two admiring art.
The Archaeological Museum of Olbia tells the story of the city with shipwrecks, among other things, and has a unique location in the city
For more modern history, visit the Museo del Carbone, a fascinating mining museum in Carbonia, a small town in south Sardinia, where you get to venture down into the mine itself (pre-book for a language-specific guided tour).
There is even a Museum of Sardinian Wines in the lovely small town of Berchidda, in the Gallura Region, where you can learn about local wines and traditional production methods (and have a glass of local Vermentino at the end of your visit).
This is to say that, no matter where you are on the island, you will have a choice of at least one museum to visit.
My post, Best Museums In Sardinia, selects several museums in various parts of the island that you could visit during your trip.
And lovely villages and small towns
Sardinia isn’t just about port cities, coastal towns, and beaches. There is a wealth of tiny towns and villages in the inland areas of Sardinia that are some of the most charming, down-to-earth places you will ever visit.
Since 2001, five of Sardinia’s villages have made the cut to be ranked on the prestigious list I Borghi più belli d’Italia – or “Most Beautiful villages in Italy” – not an easy task.
Bosa, a small coastal town about an hour drive from Alghero (along an incredibly scenic drive), remains a favorite of mine. It has a hilltop castle (one of the most famous castles in Sardinia), colorful buildings, narrow cobbled alleys, a handful of pretty churches, and the Temo River peacefully flowing through it.
My post, A Complete Guide To Bosa, shares more information on the best places to visit and activities in this gorgeous town.
But even the dozens of towns that haven’t won awards still have tons of old-world charm. Galtellì, for example, is a small place made entirely of stone, with a surprising number of churches and sanctuaries.
Bitti is an ancient village lying in a valley with the Nuragic ruins of Su Romanzesu nearby.
Laconi, in the heart of Sardinia, is where Saint Ignazio was born, and you’ll find his house (now a museum) as well as the beautiful Parco Aymerich, a gorgeous park to explore throughout the year. Laconi is also famous for its truffle production, so if you love truffles, this is where to go.
In the south, there’s Sanluri, less than an hour’s drive from Cagliari. It has some of the prettiest churches in Sardinia, the best-kept castle on the island, and (right in front of it), Coxinendi, one of the best restaurants in Sardinia that revisits traditional cuisine in a more contemporary way.
These places feel worlds away from the famous beaches of Sardinia. The people are super friendly: exploring in winter means zero crowds and very welcoming locals.
It’s when Carnival takes place
Though sunbathing on the Sardinian beaches or swimming in the sea may not be an option, there’s still a lot of fun to be had in Sardinia in winter. January, February, and (depending on the year) March offer one of the most exciting times of the year – the time for Carnival.
Each community around Sardinia celebrates Carnival in different ways. Animal masks, food, and music are widespread. This makes visiting Sardinia in winter a unique experience – one you won’t forget for a long time.
Taking place on the last Sunday and Tuesday of Carnival, one particular event stands out, and that is the Sartiglia of Oristano.
This exciting event is held across two days in the city of Oristano in Central Sardinia and sees knights competing in a jousting tournament in the hope of winning the top prize – the Silver Star that hangs between two buildings in the main street, along which they gallop on beautiful horses..
Elsewhere, Mamoida Carnival is one of the most famous events held around this time of year. Beginning on 17th January in the main square of Mamoida and continuing until Shrove Tuesday, it is one of the most ancient festivals on the island.
You’ll enjoy processions, masked dancing, jingling bells, plenty of food, and local Cannonau red wine. Some locals believe that this celebration dates back more than 3,000 years, pre-dating Christian rites.
The capital of Cagliari sees Carnival festivities too, with ox-drawn floats decorated with a colorful array of flowers. And if you are in Gallura, there’s the famous Carrasciali Timpiesu (Carnival of Tempio), which takes place in Tempio Pausania and attracts people from all over the island.
My post, The Best Events And Festivals In Sardinia, selects the most important festivals in Sardinia throughout the year.
It’s the perfect time to discover the traditions and culture
As I have just written above, during the winter season, Sardinia has many different cultural celebrations and traditions. Carnival, with all its variations throughout the island, is just one of these.
But there are other ways to get in touch with Sardinian culture and understand the lesser-known side of Sardinia.
Sardinians are hospitable and generous. This is often shown through food. A visit to a small town in inner Sardinia may result in an invitation to sample some homemade fare – sweets like pardule, or delicious homemade panada or mustazzeddu.
In summer, every tourist blends into the crowd, but travelers in the winter months are rarer and more evident to locals – and that’s a good thing.
For those interested in learning more about Sardinian identity, rural events provide insights and a fascinating cultural experience.
Arts and crafts made using regional materials (like chestnut wood) create a rich tradition in Sardinia, too.
You can visit art galleries in cities, of course, but make sure to explore smaller towns to gain an insight into their metalworking, woven baskets (that’s typical of Castelsardo), and leather goods. They were once made out of necessity and 100% authentic.
You can have all the earthy comfort food – and wine
I may have said this before, but winter is a time of authenticity here in Sardinia- time to leave the (few, to be fair) tourist restaurants behind and see where (and what) the locals are eating.
One of the best ways to get to grips with culture (anywhere in the world) is with food.
You can enroll yourself in any number of cooking classes in Sardinia to learn how to make (and then sample) local delicacies such as sebadas (fried cheese pastry) or culurgiones, or meet the ladies who still make su filindeu – a fresh style of pasta as thin as a human hair – the traditional way.
This pasta cooking class in Olbia will teach you how to create a typical Sardinian dish from scratch.
I have a post on the Best Cooking Classes And Food Tours In Sardinia, which will help you pick one near your base.
There are also Sardinian wineries to visit. Sardinia has some wonderful wines, and it would be a shame to miss out on at least one tasting session at one of the many vineyards.
You will find a winery wherever you are on the island. My personal favorites for wine tasting are Argiolas in Serdiana, the small town my mom is from, Sella e Mosca in Alghero, and Surrau in Arzachena.
If you are in Olbia, you could consider this wine tasting tour that includes transportation from your hotel.
There’s also this wine tour experience from Cagliari that has very high ratings.
I have a post on Wineries In Sardinia Perfect For Wine Tasting to help you pick a winery near you.
FAQs on Winter in Sardinia
Winter in Sardinia is mild compared to most places in Europe. Temperatures on the island range from 7°C (around 45°F) to 15°C (59°F), though of course it’s possible that the island may be hit by a cold front, and the mountainous areas of Barbagia, like Mamoiada or Fonni, and Supramonte are colder than the coastal areas.
Winter also means higher chances of rain, but it’s a chance to enjoy nature and the many parks of the island away from the typical crowds that visit in the summer. All in all, Sardinia is always worth visiting.
If you want to enjoy the gorgeous beaches of Sardinia, consider visiting Sardinia in late Spring (end of May) and until the beginning of October. Some would tell you not to go to Sardinia in July and August because it’s too hot, and it’s not advisable to go hiking or biking, and because it’s also crowded. However, these are also the best months to go to the beach.
The coldest month in Sardinia is by far January – that’s across the island, though coastal areas of Sardinia tend to be much milder than the mountainous interior. Even in January, the weather in Sardinia can surprise you with pleasant, sunny days.
Conclusions on Visiting Sardinia in Winter
Sardinia is a great place to visit year-round, but winter in Sardinia is truly special. Of course, you can’t swim in Sardinia in winter – the sea temperature in Sardinia is too cold between December and April. But there are so many more things to do in Sardinia that you can enjoy in the winter months too, as I have shown in this post.
With all the interesting winter festivals in Sardinia – think Sa Sartiglia in Oristano, the Carnival traditions of places like Mamoiada and Ottana, the many hiking trails, the quaint small towns and cities of Sardinia (with none of the tourist crowds), you will love your time here, and you will likely end up thinking you should have planned a longer trip.
My post, How Many Days In Sardinia Are Enough? will help you decide how long to stay on the island.
Head over to my post, What To Pack For A Trip To Sardinia In Any Season, to prepare for your Sardinia winter trip.
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- Sardinian Wines
- Movies Filmed In Sardinia
- What To Wear In Sardinia
- Best Time To Visit Sardinia
- A Quick Guide To Punta La Marmora
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Make sure to check the exact dates of Sa Sartiglia as they change every year depending on the exact carnival dates. There are more carnival events ie in Mamoiada, Ottana etc. The area of Oristano is great to explore if you are going for Sartiglia – make sure to read my posts on Oristano and the Sinis Peninsula for more!
My husband and I are planning a trip to Sardinia February 2026. We were there 4 weeks in September 2024 and fell in love with Sardinia. I depended heavily on you, Claudia, for all the planning! All your information was invaluable. We hope to go to Oristano for the Sartiglia. Any other suggestions for February? One of our favorite places was San Pietro, but I’m guessing that would be pretty quiet in February.
Hello Debra, you can get in touch with Easy Transfer Sardinia for that, I can’t arrange it directly. I shall warn you though it will be quite expensive because I assume you’ll have to pay for the driver’s accommodation too.
Claudia,
Great site & information. We are two 70ish women cousins wanting to visit for festivals & archeology & cooking, of course. Grandparents emigrated from Sicily & we’ve both been there as well as lots of other travel. Would we be able to arrange a driver & car for 8-10 days? We’re most interested in winter or shoulder season 2024-2025.
Glad I could help!
Understood. That’s the answer I needed. Thanks 👍
The difference is actually visible year round, with Cagliari being significantly busier. I am biased for sure – I am from Cagliari. But I find it overall a way better city, with a larger choice of sights, restaurants, activities. It is quite simply a better place.
Hi Claudia, and thanks for such a wonderfully detailed website!
In the middle of winter (let’s say mid-January as an example), directly comparing Sassari with Cagliari… would you say that Cagliari is significantly more lively?
Both cities are – very loosely – of a similar size, and I understand that Cagliari is the main hub, but does that mean that there is a lot less life in Sassari in winter? By life I mean, people in cafes, shops busy on weekends, people going for an afterwork beer on a Friday… the normal hustle and bustle of town life.
Of course there will be life in Sassari, but I’d like to know if the difference in how busy the two are off-season is very stark?
I ask because I’m planning a little winter trip, and although I’ll visit both, I need to choose one as my base. Both sound wonderful, but I feel a bit more drawn to Sassari based on what I read, even though it’s a bit smaller. I’m hoping it won’t be dead compared to the capital?
/James
Hello! Actually all the info you are looking for is already on this website so feel free to browse around. If you are feeling lost, you may want a consultancy! Why don’t you go to my Sardinia Holidays Planning page and pick the service you prefer?
Hi, Claudia!
I am a digital nomad definitely loving the beaches! Your articles totally convinced me to visit Sardinia but I don’t know where to go:
1) For daily walks, by the beach, piedi nudi;
2) Airbnb, always;
3) A month (or more, no return date set) and all by myself;
4) Visit other places all the time (that is, a base somewhere and then going around for hours or for a day);
5) From mid-October on;
6) Bicycle anyone?
7) Io sono un brasiliano con cittadinanza Italiana che vuole imparare di più il’italiano.
Grazie!
Bressan
You will love it!
Hello, I visited Sardinia in early April, and cycled from Alghero to Cagliari, along the coast and slightly inland. It was quiet, the weather was variable, and I met some very nice, hospitable people. And although I suffered from bronchitis, I was introduced to filu ‘e ferru by helpful locals and…I was impressed.
Away from the beaches and Costa Smeralda, I want to visit the inland and see what Sardinia really is. Thank you for all your information.
Oh not sure where you are, but it’ll rain today but looks like it’ll be better tomorrow. Glad you came to Sardinia 🙂
Thank you! Great post! We just got here last night and needed this information as we came on a whim and don’t know much about this beautiful Italian island!
Grazie!