Porto Cervo
A harbor village on Sardinia's northeast coast, set on the Costa Smeralda, where large yachts moor and boutiques line the streets.
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Porto Cervo is a marina village on the northeast coast of Sardinia, in the Costa Smeralda. The coast was developed as a resort area in the 1960s, and the village grew up around its harbor, where large yachts tie up. Its streets hold boutiques, cafés and restaurants, and the beaches are a short drive away. Go for beach days, boat watching and evening walks by the water.
The village suits travelers who want a base near the sea more than a town with a long history to explore. Swimming season runs roughly from June to September. Olbia, the nearest city, has the main airport and more lodging, so many travelers stay there to compare prices and move between the coast and town. Rental cars are available at the airport, which helps with reaching the beaches from either base.
Porto Cervo in five
- Decide whether to stay here or nearbyRooms in Porto Cervo are among the most expensive in Sardinia, and many close from autumn to spring. Palau or Olbia cost less and are a short drive from the Costa Smeralda.
- Rent a car for the covesBeaches such as Liscia Ruja, Capriccioli and Romazzino lie along the coast road. Parking fills early in July and August, so start before 9am.
- Walk the piazzetta and the marinaThe village is small, with a pedestrian center, boutiques and the Stella Maris church. Evenings are busiest in summer, and many shops close in winter.
- Book boat trips in advanceHire a boat or join a tour to reach coves that the road does not touch. Check the operator's license and cancellation terms, since sea conditions vary.Best time to visit Italy
Need to know
- Airport
- Olbia Costa Smeralda (OLB), about 35–45 min by car
- Getting there
- Car or taxi from Olbia; limited buses in season
- Getting around
- On foot in the village; car for the beaches
- Best base
- Porto Cervo for polish; Palau or Olbia for value
- Time needed
- 2–4 days
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- JanuaryPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh14°Low7°Closed, quietJanuaryPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 14°
- Low
- 7°
- Precipitation
- 81 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Closed, quiet
- FebruaryPartly cloudy7 rainy daysHigh15°Low7°Closed, quietFebruaryPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 7°
- Precipitation
- 44 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Closed, quiet
- MarchPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh16°Low8°Mostly closedMarchPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 16°
- Low
- 8°
- Precipitation
- 61 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mostly closed
- AprilPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh19°Low10°Mild, openingAprilPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 19°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 58 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, opening
- MayClear7 rainy daysHigh22°Low14°Opening, quietMayClear
Best
- High
- 22°
- Low
- 14°
- Precipitation
- 71 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Opening, quiet
- JuneClear4 rainy daysHigh28°Low18°Warming seaJuneClear
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 20 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warming sea
- JulyClear1 rainy dayHigh32°Low21°Hot, busyJulyClear
Best
- High
- 32°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 2 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busy
- AugustClear3 rainy daysHigh31°Low22°Peak seasonAugustClear
Best
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 16 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Peak season
- SeptemberClear7 rainy daysHigh27°Low19°Warm seaSeptemberClear
Best
- High
- 27°
- Low
- 19°
- Precipitation
- 49 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm sea
- OctoberClear7 rainy daysHigh23°Low15°Mild, closingOctoberClear
Best
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 15°
- Precipitation
- 61 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, closing
- NovemberPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh18°Low11°Closed, rainNovemberPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 11°
- Precipitation
- 94 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Closed, rain
- DecemberPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh15°Low9°Closed, quietDecemberPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 53 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Closed, quiet
Average daily high and low in Porto Cervo, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Porto Cervo
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 9°
- Humidity
- 72%
- Wind
- 28 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 98%
Porto Cervo
10:22 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today16°11°98%Monday: Rain. High 16°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 98%.
- Tue17°11°0%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 17°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Wed18°10°15%Wednesday: Fog. High 18°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 15%.
- Thu17°15°88%Thursday: Thunderstorms. High 17°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 88%.
- Fri17°15°72%Friday: Thunderstorms. High 17°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 72%.
- Sat18°11°15%Saturday: Fog. High 18°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 15%.
- Sun19°8°11%Sunday: Fog. High 19°, Low 8°. Chance of rain 11%.
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Before you go to Porto Cervo
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Rules for Porto Cervo, checked
- Most non-EU visitors can stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area. Check entry rules on the Italian visa site before you book.Source
- Dial 112 for police, fire or an ambulance anywhere in Italy.
- Cover shoulders and knees before entering churches, including the church in Porto Cervo.
- Many restaurants and bars add a cover charge (coperto) per person. Check the bill before you tip.
Plan around Porto Cervo
Porto Cervo FAQ
What is Porto Cervo known for?
A marina village on Sardinia's Costa Smeralda with yachts, boutiques and beaches nearby. It is a polished resort rather than a historic town, and prices are high in July and August.
How far is Porto Cervo from Olbia airport?
About 35–45 minutes by car. A taxi or rental car is the easiest way, and some buses run in season. Check schedules before you fly.
Is Porto Cervo worth visiting if you are not rich?
Yes for a day or an afternoon. The beaches along the coast are public, and the piazzetta is free to walk. Stay in Palau or Olbia and drive in to save.
When is the best time to visit Porto Cervo?
June and September for warm sea and fewer crowds. July and August are the peak, and many places close from October to spring.
Do you need a car in Porto Cervo?
Yes for the coves and nearby villages. The village itself is walkable, but the beaches are spread along the coast road.