Beaches

Poetto Beach. Only 5 km (3 miles) southeast of the city center, Poetto Beach is one of the most enticing spots to relax in summer for both locals and tourists. Its clean, shallow, turquoise waters stretch for some 8 km (5 miles), and the beach is lined with cafés, restaurants, snack bars, and parks. Beach chairs and umbrellas are available for rent for around €15. From the large, sandy shores, you can admire the pink flamingos that nest in the marshy reeds of the nearby Molentargius lagoon. Poetto is easy to reach on the frequent public transport services: take Bus PF or PQ from Piazza Matteotti. Amenities: food and drink; lifeguards; showers; toilets; parking (fee in summer); water sports. Best for: swimming; walking; windsurfing. Cagliari, Sardinia, 09126.