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Sardinia in November
The coast is closed for the season. Cities and interior villages are quiet and local.
The straight answer
November is a month of real tradeoffs in Sardinia. The coast is closed for the season. Cities and interior villages are quiet and local.
- Weather
- Cool, highs near 66F (19C), rainier
- Crowds
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- Prices
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What November is like in Sardinia
November is cool, with highs near 66F (19C), and rainier. The coast is closed for the season. Cities and interior villages are quiet and local, and prices are low.
This month suits travelers who want an authentic, local feel. Beach lovers should wait for June or September. Hikers will prefer spring. Rent a car for the interior, since the mountain roads are slow and winding but lovely in the green season. Pack for rain, and plan a city base like Cagliari or Alghero, where restaurants and shops stay open year-round and the old quarters are easy to walk.
Make the most of November
What is especially good about Sardinia this month.
Local city life
Cagliari and Alghero feel like home to locals, with quiet streets and cafes.
Su Nuraxi di Barumini
The best-preserved Nuragic complex is calm, with guided tours year-round.
Low prices
City hotels are at their cheapest.
What to pack for November
- A waterproof jacket
- A sweater
- Waterproof shoes
- An umbrella
Our timing tip
Base yourself in Cagliari and take day trips to Barumini and the interior.
Book Sardinia for November.
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- Hotels for November
Hotels. Expedia
Hotels in SardiniaOpens a hotel search for Sardinia in November, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
- Rentals on Vrbo
Vacation rentals. Vrbo
Vacation rentals in SardiniaWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in SardiniaTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Sardinia for November. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
Things to do in Sardinia
La Maddalena Archipelago
A national park of granite islands and turquoise channels off the northeast. Boat tours run from Palau and La Maddalena; go early in the season or in September.
Gulf of Orosei and Cala Goloritze
Cliff-backed coves reachable by boat from Cala Gonone or by hiking trail. Cala Goloritze has limited, paid access in summer.
Su Nuraxi di Barumini
The best-preserved Nuragic complex, visited by guided tour. A strong half-day from Cagliari.
La Pelosa, Stintino
Shallow turquoise water off the northwest tip. In summer access is capped and requires booking and a fee.
Cagliari's Castello
The hilltop old quarter with bastions overlooking the port and salt flats, where flamingos feed much of the year.
Alghero
A walled, Catalan-influenced port town on the northwest coast with sunset ramparts and a strong seafood tradition.
Beat the crowds
- Avoid the week around August 15 entirely if you can; it is the single most crowded week of the year.
- Book capped beaches such as La Pelosa and Cala Goloritze as soon as access opens, and aim for early or late time slots.
- Base yourself on the less-developed southwest (around Chia and Sant'Antioco) or the east coast rather than the Costa Smeralda.
- Book summer ferries and car rentals months ahead; both sell out in July and August.
Know before you go
- Most coastal hotels, lidos, beach bars, and boat excursions operate from about May through early October and close from November to March.
- Cagliari, Sassari, Alghero, Nuoro, and the interior towns run year-round.
- Several of the most popular beaches now have summer access limits, booking systems, or entry fees, and rules can change year to year.
- Taking sand, shells, or pebbles from Sardinian beaches is illegal and fined.
Sardinia in November, quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Sardinia?
November is a month of real tradeoffs in Sardinia. The coast is closed for the season. Cities and interior villages are quiet and local.
What is the weather like in Sardinia in November?
Cool, highs near 66F (19C), rainier.
Is Sardinia crowded in November?
November is one of the quieter months in Sardinia; most sights can be done without long waits.
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