Genoni: explore the village and the Giara Park
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover Genoni, a jewel in the centre-south of Sardinia, with an itinerary of four stops that unveil the secrets of this fascinating territory. Begin your exploration at the Paleo Archeo Centro (PARC), an innovative museum that will transport you 20 million years back in time. Discover Sardinia when it was a tropical sea inhabited by sharks and crocodiles, and experience a palaeontologist with professional instruments. Continue with a visit to the Civico Museo del Cavallino della Giara, located in a traditional Sardinian house, where you will learn about local traditions and the uniqueness of the Giara horse. Complete your day with a visit to the former convent of the Friars Minor Observant and a walk in the Giara Park, in search of the wild horses. Don't miss out on an unforgettable day for the whole family!
Inclusions
What's included
- In-person English, and Italian Guide
- Entrance ticket to the Paleo Archeo Centro and Cavallino Museums
- Transfer to the Giara Park
What's not
- Snacks
Itinerary
The PARC museum is divided into three thematic sections that offer an engaging and educational experience: Palaeontological Section: Displays a rich collection of fossils from the area, offering a fascinating glimpse into the geological history and prehistoric artefacts that tell the story of the evolution of life in the region. - Archaeological Section: Here, visitors can admire a faithful reproduction of a Nuragic Well, illustrating the engineering and construction techniques used by ancient Nuragic civilisations, providing an immersion into the millenary history of Sardinia. Educational Section: Designed for schools and families, this area offers an interactive laboratory where the youngest children can learn through hands-on activities and educational games, delving into history and science in a fun and stimulating way. Each section is designed to offer a complete and accessible experience, combining scientific and archaeological discoveries with playful activities.
The Museo del Cavallino della Giara (Museum of the Giara Horse) in Genoni preserves the historical and cultural testimonies of the village, linked to the collective memory and the figure of the Giara horse, symbol of the territory. Through Alessio Orrù's images and Sergio Scavio's documentary, the museum recounts life on the plateau, exploring the flora, fauna and the relationship between man and horse. Interviews with the population, transformed into illustrations by artist Pia Valentinis, enrich the exhibition.
The Giara park is famous for its 44 km² basalt plateau and the Cavallini della Giara, small wild horses that live free, lending a unique charm to the landscape. More than 600 little horses are counted as living in the park. The park extends over Genoni, Gesturi, Tuili and Setzu, offering paths through forests and meadows, perfect for excursions to discover the local flora and fauna. The Giara, formed millions of years ago by volcanic eruptions, preserves traces of Nuragic settlements and nuraghi, making this place an interweaving of natural beauty and millennial history.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- You will find the guide at the entrance of the museum.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Escursì
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Italy, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 27% above the median of the 12 attraction tickets we list in Italy, outside the cities.
- It is longer than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in Italy, outside the cities
Was/now prices come from the operator, never from us.
