Learn about the best places to visit, things to do, restaurants and accommodation options in Cagliari, as recommended by a local.
Villanova is one of Cagliari’s four historic districts, the newest one. It’s a pretty, peaceful neighborhood ideal for a relaxing walk and for taking incredible pictures. Some streets of the district are always decorated and filled with plants and flowers, giving Villanova a unique vibe. This particular love for greenery … Read more
Stampace is the oldest of the four historical districts of Cagliari. It’s a place filled with history and traditions – Sant’Efisio festival is held here, and here you will find important ruins and monuments – but also one of the locals’ and tourists’ favorite places for shopping and hanging out. … Read more
La Marina is one of the four historic districts of Cagliari and has always been an important place for the residents, since very ancient times. This is the harbor district, where workers, sailors, and merchants used to live and run their businesses. The district was also quite busy thanks to … Read more
Cagliari is the main city of Sardinia, the capital, and one of the most visited places on the island. It offers an endless number of options for accommodations, tours, daily trips outside the center, and the most different activities. Of course, the same goes for the food: you will never … Read more
Not many people outside Sardinia know this, but the island is a fantastic birdwatching destination, and one of the best places to do that is actually Cagliari, the capital. That’s where you’ll find the Parco di Molentargius – Molentargius Natural Park, in English; an incredible oasis where a variety of … Read more
Sant’Efisio’s celebrations are considered one of the most important Sardinian festivals. They are usually held between May 1st and May 4th of every year and they attract an enormous crowd of people, both worshippers and non-religious. The rite is about 4 centuries old and embodies all the traditional aspects of … Read more
Cagliari is a beautiful city that has a lot to offer to whoever visits. Yet a major tourist destination, it is incredibly walk-friendly and as such there is nothing better than going on one or many walks in Cagliari to uncover its real beauty. But there’s more! While the historic … Read more
Cagliari, the lovely capital of Sardinia, is quite the perfect city. A great base to explore the rest of the island, it’s an incredible weekend getaway destination, with beautiful archeological sites; well curated museums; and lots and lots of nice churches for the artist lovers. Churches in Cagliari date back … Read more
Albeit locals will tell you otherwise, the weather in Cagliari is good year round for the most part (though admittedly, it’s been raining almost every day for the last two weeks as I write this). This means that we in town get to enjoy the many lovely squares in Cagliari … Read more
There are many beautiful parks in Cagliari. The capital of Sardinia may be known for its galleries, museums, and historic sites – as well as its intriguing warren of streets and lanes. But if you need a break from pavement pounding, don’t worry; there is also a great selection of … Read more
