"Porto Torres is not just another destination — it has been AffittaSardegna's operational base since 2011. A real city, with a port active for twenty centuries, the ideal base to explore North-West Sardinia."
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Porto Torres is a city of around 22,000 inhabitants facing the Gulf of Asinara, in north-western Sardinia. It is the busiest ferry port in the north of the island — anyone arriving here from Genoa, Civitavecchia or Barcelona is on the beach in 10 minutes.
Founded by the Romans as Turris Libisonis in the 1st century BC, it was for four centuries the main commercial port of the western Mediterranean. When you walk along the seafront, the remains of the Roman pier are still visible below the sea level. When you enter the Basilica di San Gavino, you cross the largest Romanesque church in Sardinia.
For AffittaSardegna, Porto Torres is the headquarters since 2011. This is where the founders began, this is where the team works every day, this is where you have the guarantee that if you have a problem at 22:00 you can reach us in five minutes. Not a call centre: people who live in the same place where you go on holiday.
Three stretches of coast around Porto Torres: a swimmable city, the long and quiet Platamona, and Stintino-Asinara reachable in 30 minutes by car.
In town, a 5-minute walk from the centre. Fine sand, frequented by locals, seasonally equipped. The everyday beach for those who live in Porto Torres.
Sheltered cove with crystal-clear water, popular for snorkelling. Rocky seabed, rich in fish. A more intimate atmosphere than the main Balai.
1 km from the centre. A longer beach, equipped with beach clubs and bars. A good choice for families looking for amenities.
15 km to the east. The longest continuous beach in north-western Sardinia: 8 km of white sand interrupted only by the dunes. Ideal for walks at sunset.
18 km to the east. A continuation of Platamona with a centuries-old pine forest behind it. Crystal-clear sea, a wild atmosphere.
40 km to the west. The most famous beach in Sardinia, reachable in 30 minutes from Porto Torres. Limited access in high season, booking compulsory.
Porto Torres is one of the archaeologically richest cities in Sardinia. The layout of the modern city still follows the Roman plan, and every district hides ancient remains.
The strategic position of Porto Torres gives you a 50 km radius that covers the best of Northern Sardinia without having to change home.
From Stintino (40 km) or Porto Torres you set off by boat for the island that was a maximum-security prison until 1998. Today it is a national park: white donkeys, unspoilt beaches, the former prison open to visitors. A full day that makes the trip to Sardinia worthwhile. Book in advance in July-August.
From Santa Teresa di Gallura (75 km) you take the Moby ferry and in 50 minutes you are in France. Going to lunch abroad and coming back in the evening is one of the unexpected highlights of a holiday in northern Sardinia.
From Porto Torres you can reach in one hour the award-winning wineries of Berchidda, Tempio Pausania, Monti. Vineyard tours, tastings at fair prices (€5-10), direct purchases. One of the best wine experiences in Italy, still not overcrowded.
Having a car in Porto Torres is essential to make the most of its strategic position. We compare options for our guests through Discover Cars — average saving of 35% compared with the airport desk.
The port is active 12 months a year. Trips with local fishermen, responsible tourist fishing, snorkelling in secret coves. We organise them for you via WhatsApp.
Porto Torres has a strong, barely touristy local cuisine: cordula, cassola turritana, sea urchins in season. We tell you the three restaurants where the people of Sassari go at the weekend.
Porto Torres is a real city, not a tourist village — it has life 12 months a year. This is a big difference compared to other places in the North: even in low season you have supermarkets open, pharmacies, restaurants, neighbourhood life.
| Period | Sea | Crowds | Prices | Advice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May - June | 🌊 21-23°C | 🟢 Few | 🟢 -35/40% | ⭐ Best value-for-money season |
| July | 🌊 25°C | 🟡 Moderate | 🟡 Standard | High season, ferries full |
| August | 🌊 27°C | 🔴 High | 🔴 Peak | Book 3-4 months ahead |
| September | 🌊 24°C | 🟢 Few | 🟢 -25/30% | ⭐ Season favoured by locals |
| October - April | 🌊 16-19°C | 🟢 Zero | 🟢 -50% | Remote working, long stays |
Grimaldi Lines (Genoa 10h, Civitavecchia 8h, Barcelona 12h), GNV (Genoa 11h), Tirrenia. Frequency 1-3 sailings a day depending on the season. You disembark and you are in town in 5 minutes.
38 km, 35-40 minutes by car. The nearest airport with direct flights from all over Italy + northern Europe in summer.
110 km, 1h30 by car on the SS291. An alternative for those flying from northern Italy or abroad with special connections.
Trenitalia trains from Olbia or Sassari + ARST bus to Porto Torres. An economical but inconvenient solution with luggage and children.
The widest portfolio of the five main destinations in Northern Sardinia. Here we directly control every detail:
Areas covered: city centre (near the basilica and the port), Balai area (urban beach), the coastline towards Platamona (5-10 km to the east), quiet residential districts. Total capacity: 64 guests at the same time. Open all year round, with low-season prices up to 45% lower.
15 holiday homes managed directly from the AffittaSardegna operational base since 2011. On-site support within 30 minutes, direct booking with a discount of up to 15%.
Porto Torres is the perfect base camp for exploring Northern Sardinia on day trips, without changing home:
40 km to the west. La Pelosa and Asinara National Park. Easily visited in a day trip from Porto Torres.
38 km to the south. Catalan historic centre, Coral Riviera, Grotta di Nettuno. 35 minutes by car.
35 km to the east. Orange Flag village, Roccia dell'Elefante, Museo dell'Intreccio. 35 minutes by car.
50 km to the east. Mouth of the Coghinas river, water sports, quiet beaches for families.
We know every corner of Sardinia and select only housing that meet clear standards of comfort and reliability. From booking to on-site assistance, we follow you step by step.
Each property is verified by our local team: real photos, checked equipment and really convenient locations for your holiday.
Transparent contracts, secure payments and prompt assistance in Italian and English before, during and after your stay.
Official rates, seasonal offers and zero hidden costs: the right value for the right home.
