Cagliari

Travel Guide

Cagliari featuring a city
Bastion of Saint Remy featuring a coastal town, heritage architecture and general coastal views
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Cagliari

Ancient relics, monumental structures and an underground crypt with the bones of martyrs. The capital city of Sardinia captivates with its history and beauty.

A vast historic centre bursting with iconic landmarks, religious structures and archeological finds are among Cagliari’s main draws. Peruse the Roman, Byzantine and prehistoric sights and relics to learn about the city’s rich history. Then, after an eventful day of sightseeing relax on the beach.

Spend an afternoon walking around the historic Castello district. Encounter the Bastion of Saint Remy, an early 20th-century addition to the medieval walls. Climb to the top for a magnificent view of the city from a spacious terrace with bars.

Make your way to Piazza Palazzo in the heart of the historic centre for the elegant buildings around the square. The Cathedral of Santa Maria can be found on the southeast of the piazza. Visit the extraordinary crypt where bodies and fascinating relics are buried.

The Museo Archeologico Nazionale is located in the same central zone of the city. Peruse relics that tell the story of the island’s ancient history and the dynasties who lived here. See statues from the Nuragic civilisation, a Bronze Age culture.

A little further south along the coast, discover a large religious complex that features a basilica and the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Bonaria. Find out about the intriguing tale of a ship caught in a storm and miraculously saved by a cargo crate containing a wooden statue of the Virgin Mary and Christ.

Cagliari remains popular year-round due to its Mediterranean climate, with scorching summers and mild winters, making the beach a popular destination. Head to Poetto Beach, a stunning 5-mile (8-kilometre) stretch of sand.

Cagliari is on the southern tip of the island of Sardinia, 40 miles (64 kilometres) east of Iglesias. Fly to Cagliari International Airport and take the regular 10-minute shuttle bus to the centre of the city.

A trip to Cagliari is a voyage back through the ages with reminders of fallen dynasties and civilizations.

Where to stay in Cagliari

Cagliari - Villasimius - Southern Sardinia featuring street scenes

Marina District

Unique features of Marina District include the waterfront views and bars. Make a stop by Sant'Eulalia Archaeological Site and Treasure Museum or Crypt of the Holy Sepulcher while you're exploring the area.

Marina District
Cagliari - Villasimius - Southern Sardinia featuring street scenes

Stampace

If you're spending some time in Stampace, Port of Cagliari and Piazza Yenne are top sights worth seeing.

Stampace
Cagliari - Villasimius - Southern Sardinia featuring street scenes

Historic Castle District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Historic Castle District. You might want to make time for a stop at Tower of the Elephant or Bastion of Saint Remy.

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Villanova

While Villanova isn't home to many top sights, National Archaeological Museum of Cagliari and Citadel of Museums are some notable places to visit nearby.

Villanova
Sanctuary of Our Lady of Bonaria showing a city

Bonaria

While visiting Bonaria, you might make a stop by sights like Sanctuary and Basilica of Our Lady of Bonaria and International Trade Fair of Sardinia.

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Is Mirrionis

While there might not be top attractions in Is Mirrionis, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Michele Castle and Roman Amphitheatre of Cagliari.

Is Mirrionis
UNA HOTELS T Hotel Cagliari

UNA HOTELS T Hotel Cagliari

4 out of 5
Via Dei Giudicati n.66, Cagliari, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM557 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
RM557
RM632 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cagliari. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (922 reviews)
"A very nice facility close to everything Cagliari has to offer. Very kind and helpful staff and the on-site restaurant is excellent."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025

UNA HOTELS T Hotel Cagliari
Hotel Italia

Hotel Italia

3 out of 5
Via Sardegna 31, Cagliari, CA
The price is RM692 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
RM692
RM776 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cagliari. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (629 reviews)
"I am in love with the hotel and the entire staff super friendly!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Hotel Italia
Hotel Residence Ulivi e Palme

Hotel Residence Ulivi e Palme

3 out of 5
Via Bembo 25, Cagliari, CA
The price is RM291 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM291
RM335 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cagliari. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (380 reviews)
"All the staff was helful , Clean and rooms are spaceful The only things that needs to be adjusted is the soundproof doors and walls otherwise was all perfect .Breakfast was abundant and fresh .Restaurant excellent service , good quality and tasty food. Coffee machines and snacks machine was availble ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Hotel Residence Ulivi e Palme
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apartment Sonnino 37

Apartment Sonnino 37

Via San Sonnino 37, 6, Cagliari, CA
Stay at this apartment in Cagliari. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Port of Cagliari and Poetto ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Cagliari 4 days trip
"I like this small apparent hotel. It's not expensive and very close to old Town. Room was small but big enough for 2 people. People who work here are very helpful and knowledgeable."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Apartment Sonnino 37
Spacebility Airport-  self check-in

Spacebility Airport- self check-in

Viale Elmas 93, Cagliari, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly apartment in Cagliari. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (11 reviews)
"Very close to the airport. Great instructions from owner to get into the property. Only thing that may be a little overkill was the amount of information you had to complete for the booking."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Spacebility Airport- self check-in
C&O Savoia Deluxe Rooms

C&O Savoia Deluxe Rooms

Via Savoia, 16, Cagliari, CA
Stay at this apartment in Cagliari. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Port of Cagliari and Poetto Beach are located nearby.
C&O Savoia Deluxe Rooms
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Cagliari

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

If the authorities tackled the problem of Dog owners not clearing up after their pets and the amount of Graffiti everywhere. Cagliari would be so much nicer to visit.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Was here for 3 nice sunny days. Easy to walk around and some pretty views. Didn't have much issues with the language as a fair number spoke English. The people of Cagliari seem a little bit down trodden but were quick to help you out when needed.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Good food, nice weather, people are friendly and loads of things to do and places to eat.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Overall excellent, but the food in Cagiari didn't meet our expectations overall - most restaurants dont add salt to the food when cooking, therefore a lot of things taste bland, and require additional salt on top, wwhich can't be good for you either

4/5 - Good

Andrew

Its bigger than I thought. Airport close by.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Cagliari is a bit dirty. Smell of urine is on almost each street. Poetto beach was beautiful but town didn't impress me. From Cagliari we went to Alghero and this place is much better, clean, nice and safe 