Discover the territory of Oristano

Sea & Beaches Is Arutas – Mari Ermi Beaches Less than 20 km from Oristano, one of the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia, in the Sinis marine reserve.

Sea & Beaches Putzu Idu Beach The “cala Saline” beach, between s'Arena Scoada and Mandriola.

Sea & Beaches Sa Mesa Longa Beach Between the cliffs of Capo Mannu and Su Pallosu, sheltered by a long natural sandstone reef.

Sea & Beaches Island of Mal di Ventre A small uninhabited island off the coast: unspoilt nature and crystal-clear sea.

Sea & Beaches S'Archittu Beach and Arch In Santa Caterina di Pittinuri, the famous rock arch over the sea.

Sea & Beaches San Giovanni of Sinis A small village in the Sinis marine reserve, with one of the oldest churches in Sardinia.

Nature & Free Time Sailing, Boating, Diving Rowing, snorkelling, sailing and kayaking, beginners welcome, with expert guides.

Nature & Free Time Trekking & Bike About 100 km of coastline, with beaches, rocky shores and cliffs to explore on foot or by bike.

Nature & Free Time Surf & Windsurf When the mistral blows, one of the favourite spots for sailing, kitesurfing and windsurfing.

Nature & Free Time Birdwatching in Oristano Most of the roughly 370 bird species found in Sardinia, flamingos included.

Nature & Free Time Monte Arci Mountain The volcanic mountain of the Oristano area, with woods and basalt lava flows.

Nature & Free Time San Leonardo (Santu Lussurgiu) The hamlet of San Leonardo di Siete Fuentes, among woods and springs.

Nature & Free Time Su Pallosu Cat Oasis A small cove with golden sand, famous for its colony of cats.

Nature & Free Time Is Arenas Golf Course An 18-hole golf course among the pine woods of the Narbolia coast.

Art & Culture Tharros Site Nuragic village, Phoenician port and Roman town, on the tip of the Sinis peninsula.

Art & Culture Giants of Mont'e Prama The famous nuragic stone statues found near the Cabras lagoon.

Art & Culture Cabras Museum Archaeological finds from the Sinis peninsula, including the Giants of Mont'e Prama.

Art & Culture Santa Cristina Water Well The most famous nuragic sacred well, near Paulilatino.

Art & Culture Nuraghe of Losa One of the best-preserved nuraghi, on the Abbasanta plateau.

Art & Culture Cornus Archaeological Site Punic and Roman ruins in the countryside near S'Archittu.

Art & Culture Fordongianus Baths Roman baths on the banks of the Tirso river, with hot springs still flowing.

Art & Culture Antiquarium Arborense Museum The archaeology and art museum of Oristano.

Art & Culture Obsidian Museum (Pau) The story of Monte Arci obsidian, the “black gold” of prehistory.

Art & Culture Masullas Geo Museum A modern museum inside an 18th-century Capuchin convent.

Art & Culture Town of Oristano Lanes, towers and fortifications of the main town of central-western Sardinia.

Art & Culture Bosa One of the most beautiful villages in Italy, about 50 km from Oristano.

Traditions & Events Sartiglia Oristano's great horseback joust, on the last Sunday and Tuesday of carnival.

Traditions & Events Events & Food in Oristano Events and food festivals all year round, especially in summer.

Traditions & Events Carnival in Sardinia The lesser-known carnivals of the province, beyond the Sartiglia.

Traditions & Events Carrela 'e Nanti – Horse Carousel The equestrian carnival of Santu Lussurgiu, one of the most daring horse races on the island.

Traditions & Events Sedilo Horse Festival The Ardia horse race for San Costantino, every year on 6 and 7 July.

Traditions & Events Is Fassonis (Santa Giusta) The regatta of reed boats on the Santa Giusta lagoon, in early summer.

Traditions & Events San Salvatore Festival The medieval village of the Sinis, with an ancient sanctuary beneath its church.