The main beach at the popular resort of Villasimius, with fine golden sand and the beautiful Capo Carbonara headland visible in the distance. The water is part of a marine protected area and is exceptionally clear.
Spiaggia di Simius (Simius Beach) is the principal beach of the popular resort town of Villasimius, on the south-eastern tip of Sardinia in the Cagliari province in Italy. It is a long, broad strand of fine golden sand backed by low dunes and Mediterranean scrub, looking out over clear turquoise water toward the Capo Carbonara headland and the offshore islet of Isola dei Cavoli. The beach lies within the Capo Carbonara Marine Protected Area, one of Sardinia's most important, so the water is exceptionally clear and rich in marine life, making the rocky fringes and nearby coves excellent for snorkelling and diving. The shore shelves gently and the bay is fairly sheltered, giving easy swimming, while the length and facilities support a lively beach-life and water-sports scene — paddleboards, kayaks, windsurfing and boat trips operate in season. Compared with the wild, boat-only beaches of the east coast, Simius is well served and easy to enjoy: there are beach clubs hiring sun-loungers and umbrellas, free public stretches, and bars and restaurants in and around Villasimius a short walk or drive away. Access is straightforward by road with car parks behind the beach (paid in summer) and a short, flat walk to the sand, and Villasimius itself offers the full range of resort amenities. The combination of long golden sand, protected clear water, snorkelling and a relaxed but well-equipped resort atmosphere makes Simius and the surrounding Villasimius beaches among the most popular and family-friendly on the southern Sardinian coast.
Good to know
- Best for
- families, swimmers, snorkellers, divers, sunbathers
- Facilities
- Beach clubs, Water sports, Bars and restaurants nearby
Location
39.1389, 9.5194 View on map
Highlights
- Long golden-sand main beach of the Villasimius resort
- Within the Capo Carbonara Marine Protected Area — clear water and rich marine life
- Excellent snorkelling and diving around the headland and Isola dei Cavoli
- Beach clubs, water sports and free stretches with restaurants in town nearby
Tips for visiting
- The marine reserve around Capo Carbonara is excellent for snorkelling
When to visit
June to September offers warm, clear water; June and September are calmer than peak August, and mornings are best for snorkelling around Capo Carbonara before the breeze and crowds build.
Accessibility
Car parks sit behind the beach with a short, flat walk to the sand, and the resort setting makes Simius more accessible than Sardinia's wild beaches, though visitors needing beach wheelchairs should confirm availability with Villasimius beach operators in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Is Spiaggia di Simius good for snorkelling?
Yes. The beach lies within the Capo Carbonara Marine Protected Area, where the water is exceptionally clear and rich in marine life; the rocky fringes and nearby coves toward the headland and Isola dei Cavoli are excellent for snorkelling and diving.
What facilities are there?
Simius is well served, with beach clubs hiring sun-loungers and umbrellas, free public stretches, water-sports operators, and bars and restaurants in and around Villasimius a short walk or drive away.
How do visitors reach the beach?
It is reached easily by road, with car parks behind the beach (paid in summer) and a short, flat walk to the sand; Villasimius town provides the full range of resort amenities.