Basilica di San Simplicio
A Romanesque granite church from the 11th-12th centuries, one of the oldest and finest in Sardinia.
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Olbia: airports, things to do and where to stay
Olbia is a port city in north-eastern Sardinia, with a pleasant pedestrian centre and a Romanesque basilica. It is the main entry point to the Costa Smeralda and the islands and islets of the north.
Olbia airports
From the airport to central Olbia
Olbia Costa Smeralda airport is about 3 km from central Olbia.
ASPO
Olbia city buses between the airport and the town centre.
Costa Smeralda
Seasonal buses to Porto Cervo and other places on the Costa Smeralda, mainly in summer.
Taxi
Official rank outside the terminal. The ride to central Olbia takes about 10 min.
Olbia
Things to do in Olbia
Corso Umberto I
The main pedestrian street of the centre, with shops, bars and terraces, ideal for an evening stroll.
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Tavolara
An imposing limestone island off the coast, visible from Olbia and surrounded by a marine protected area.
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Porto Cervo
The best-known marina of the Costa Smeralda, about 30 km to the north, with yachts, shops and restaurants.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Olbia?
Olbia is served by Olbia Costa Smeralda (OLB).
How far is the airport from central Olbia?
Olbia Costa Smeralda airport is about 3 km from central Olbia.
How do I get from the airport to central Olbia?
From Olbia Costa Smeralda airport you can take ASPO (bus), Costa Smeralda (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Olbia?
Highlights of Olbia include Basilica di San Simplicio, Corso Umberto I, Tavolara, and Porto Cervo.
Photo credits
- Basilica di San Simplicio: Clemensfranz, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Corso Umberto I: Dr. Thomas Liptak, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Tavolara: Mikołaj Kirschke, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Porto Cervo: Preppo456, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons