Olbia

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Olbia (Sardinian: Terranòa; Gallurese: Tarranòa) is the major city of the Gallura sub-region in northeastern Sardinia.

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Olbia, Piazza Regina Margherita - Piazza Regina Margherita next to the Corso Umberto I

Olbia is the 4th largest settlement (by population) on the island. Since 2016 the whole Gallura sub-region including Olbia is a part of the province of Sassari.

The name Olbia is from the Greek happines. These days the city rarely attracts visitors who usually arrive there by a plane or a ferry port, and than rush out to the beauties of the coasts of the Gallura including the most expensive one -- Costa Smeralda.

Tourist information

  • Ufficio Informazioni turistiche - Via Dante/Corso Umberto I 40.923253, 9.505030 at the junction with Molo Brin ☎ +39 39 0789 52206 | Opening Hours: April - September 09:00-20:00; October - Mar Monday to Friday 09:00-13:00

Travel to Olbia

Olbia, faro dell'isola della Bocca (09) - Leaving Olbia by sea Arcobaleno sul porto - Olbia - panoramio - View towards the port of Olbia

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Olbia

  • Aeroporto Olbia Costa Smeralda IATA Flight Code: OLB 40.902777, 9.515362 at the South edge of Olbia ☎ +39 0789 563 444 Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport

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Services
  • Left luggage service - Opening Hours: 09:00-22:00 Daily fee per piece €10 (€6 up to 2h), over 80x60x20cm €12 (€8 up to 2h) - Inquire at the airport's Information Desk.

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Connections
  • Urban bus lines 2, 10 connect the airport with Olbia centre (from 06:00 approx. every hour). Tickets are sold at the airport's Information Desk.
  • A number of bus companies provide direct connections from the airport to various destinations in Sardinia: Sassari, Nuoro, Cagliari, Santa Teresa Gallura, Palau, Arzachena, Porto Rotondo, Costa Smeralda, San Teodoro, Budoni, Orosei, Cala Gonone, Alghero, Castelsardo. Tickets for ARST buses could also be bought at the ticket vending machine.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Olbia

There are two ports close to Olbia.

  • Porto di Olbia - Stazione Marittima - 40.924052,9.521027 - Connections by /ferry-sardinia/ Tirrenia ferries with Civitavecchia (close to Rome#By_boat|Rome), Genova and by Moby Lines with Piombino (next to the island of Elba), Livorno and Civitavecchia. The ferries' berths are located at the Isola Bianca wharf. Regional buses make a stop there.
  • Golfo Aranci - Stazione Marittima Golfo Aranci - 40.995545, 9.624077 in Golfo Aranci commune Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries runs 2 services a day to/from Livorno.

Land сonnections from the Golfo Aranci:

  • By train:
  • Stazione di Golfo Aranci 40.994662, 9.627542

The station is next to the Port of the Golfo Aranci. It is in 23 kilometers north-east from Olbia.

  • By bus: a seasonal service by ARST].

Olbia station entrance - Train station

By Rail

  • Stazione di Olbia | Web: alle=24.00&ora=00.00&guid=168f2eea-c80b-4789-9d5d-1fbd79cec74c Via Giacomo Pala, 10 40.924575, 9.498504 ☎ + 39 0789 22456 - Olbia train station - The main station in the city connects it with Sassari, Cagliari and to the ferry terminal at the Golfo Aranci.

Travel on a Bus in Olbia

  • Stazione ARST - 40.923452, 9.495471 Regional buses connect the city with the resorts and other locations across the province, as well as to Cagliari. The "station" is a merely a series of marked bus stops which follows the urban bus stop. The ARST ticket vending machine 40.923965, 9.497863 is located at the Corso Umberto I further east at the location of the old bus station.

How to get around in Olbia

Travel on a Bus in Olbia

  • ASPO - Single 90 min €1, single 90 min on board €2.90, day pass €2.80. Tickets sold at news stalls, tabacchi, caffés, etc. - Provides urban bus services in Olbia. Check the map of the bus lines in the city and their [https://# schedules for more details.
  • InfoPoint ASPO - Via Indonesia, 9 quite out of the centre ☎ +39 0789 52206 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-13:00, and Wednesday to Friday also at 16:00-19:00

What to see in Olbia

Olbia's melancholy... - panoramio - Basilica di San Simplicio Olbia chiesa di San Paolo - Chiesa di San Paolo

  • Basilica di San Simplicio Via San Simplicio 40.925495, 9.496624 Opening Hours: 07:30-13:00, 15:30-20:00 Basilica of San Simplicio, Olbia - This austere Romanesque basilica minore was built in 11-12th centuries. It is considered as one of the most important monuments in the Gallura region.
  • Chiesa di San Paolo Via Cagliari - GPS: 40.924161, 9.502219 Chiesa di San Paolo (Olbia) - Built in the middle of the 18th century. It has a characteristic tiled polychrome dome added in 1939.
  • Palazzo Colonna Palazzo comunale| 40.923193, 9.504880 - A villa in a Liberty style was designed by architect Bruno Cipelli for Colonna family. It now hosts the Town Hall.
  • Villa Clorinda Collegio di San Vincenzo| Web: &t=1 Via de Filippi 40.921662, 9.501320 - A Lyberty villa in pseudo-Gothic style by the same architect. It's a private property, which belongs to a religious college. Still reportedly visitors are able to pass the gates and see the building from outside.
  • Teatro Michelucci 40.914429, 9.520179 - An open-air theatre designed by the famous Italian architect Giovanni Michelucci.

Archeological sites

  • Pozzo sacro di Saturday Testa | 40.934589, 9.545960 by bus line 4 to Pozzo sacro stop Pozzo sacro di Saturday Testa - The remains of a Nuragic temple built around a sacred well.
  • Acquedotto romano 40.936664, 9.505513 - Some very modest traces of the Roman aqueduct and the cisterns.
  • Cabu Abbas - Riu Mulinu - 40.955579, 9.520898 Complesso nuragico di Cabu Abbas - Some remains of nuraghe.
  • Castello di Pedres 40.876520, 9.487317 6 kilometers from Olbia Castello di Pedres - Remains of the 13th-century castle.
  • Tomba di giganti di Sunday Monte 'e S'Abe - 40.875647, 9.484066 next to the Castello di Pedres Giants' grave of Sunday Mont'e s'Abe - One of the so-called tombs of giants, a Nuragic tomb on the South of Olbia. This one is considered to be one of the largest ones and better preserved in Sardinia.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Olbia

Piazza "coperta" del Mercato, Olbia, Sardinien, Italy - panoramio - Piazza "coperta" del Mercato

  • Museo Archeologico - 40.923679, 9.507734 at the Peddona islet at the old port ☎ +39 0789 28290 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 09:00-14:00, 17:00-21:00 Free admission - Some remains of the sunken ancient ships are of a particular interrest there.
  • Parco "Fausto Noce" 40.928762, 9.499451 - It's a nice and the largest urban park in Sardinia. Some say though that at times it looks rather deserted, so you may not feel very safe yourself there then.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Olbia

Olbia has the only mall and the only McDonalds for hundreds of miles – for many people there that is a good thing.

Halal Restaurants in Olbia

Olbia, Sardinien, Italy - panoramio (7) - An invitation for a drink

  • Trattoria da Leo e Lina - Via Sarcidano, 7 Olbia ☎ +39 3346667784 - €8-14 Great family-run restaurant with friendly service and typical Sardinian dishes. Cheap with plentiful helpings.
  • Zaza Doner Kebab, Piazza Regina Margherita. Turkish Halal restaurant with many dishes such as Kebab, Falafel, Borek, desserts and vegan recipes.
  • Sifen Wok, Chinese Self-Service Restaurant with prices remaining the same, no matter the quantity of the food eaten.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Olbia

Olbia - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Olbia, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Olbia. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Olbia and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Olbia. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Olbia. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inOlbia: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Olbia.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Olbia: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Olbia, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Olbia.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Olbia, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Olbia, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Olbia and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Olbia, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Olbia, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Olbia without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Olbia is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Olbia.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Olbia is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Olbia, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Olbia Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

  • Hotel Pellicano D'Oro - Hotel Pellicano D'Oro - Via Mare Adriatico 34 - Golfo Aranci - 07026 Pittulongu Olbia ☎ +39 0789 39094 - Room rates from €120 4-star beach hotel located in front of the sea, with restaurant, panoramic terrrace and swimming pool."
  • Residence Sardegna Baia dei Delfini - Loc Porto Pollo Palau Residence Sardinia at Porto Pollo Palau in front Maddalena island

Stay Safe

You may encounter bad road conditions, with potholes and open grids. Also the skill of some drivers leaves something to be desired. For girls it's better not to walk alone late at night, just to avoid the possibility to meet drunk homeless (usually harmless though).

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Travel Next

  • Oschiri A small town of 4000 people.
  • Tempio Pausania -- a former mountainous co-capital of the Gallura subregion.


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