- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale
Major archaeological museum in Cagliari with Nuragic bronzes, Punic finds and ancient artefacts that explain Sardinia’s long history clearly.
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Major archaeological museum in Cagliari with Nuragic bronzes, Punic finds and ancient artefacts that explain Sardinia’s long history clearly.
Contemporary art museum in Nuoro with works by Sardinian and Italian artists. Worth visiting for modern culture in a handsome hill town.
Small museum in Cabras displaying the stone Giants of Mont'e Prama and local archaeological finds from western Sardinia.
Broad Cagliari bastion terrace with sweeping sea and city views. Popular for walks, photographs and easy access to the historic centre.
Historic seafront area in Alghero with honey-coloured walls, lanes and harbour views. Ideal for a leisurely walk through the old town.
Elegant square in Cagliari’s Marina district, edged by arcades and civic buildings. A useful stop for architecture and local atmosphere.
Roast suckling pig seasoned with myrtle and slow-cooked over fire. A classic Sardinian feast dish, prized for tender meat and smoky, aromatic flavour.
Small semolina pasta resembling couscous, traditionally served with tomato sausage sauce and grated pecorino. A staple at family meals and festivals.
Thin, crisp flatbread baked to a crackling texture. Iconic across Sardinia, eaten plain or with meals, and valued for its pastoral origins and long shelf life.
Refined seafood restaurant in Cagliari with elegant interiors and polished service. Known for contemporary Sardinian fish dishes and tasting menus.
Historic, traditional restaurant in Cagliari serving classic Sardinian cooking, including roasted meats and local pasta, in a warm old-town setting.
Stylish dining room in Porto Cervo focused on seafood and Sardinian ingredients. Popular for carefully presented dishes and an upscale atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: coastal resorts and summer stays cost more, while local dining and buses are reasonable outside peak season.
Service may be included as coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis are usually rounded up, and cafés just small change.
Official public transport app
Elmas Aeroporto -> Cagliari