Cagliari Italy
Country: Italy · Region: Western Mediterranean · Currency: Euro
Cagliari is the capital of Sardinia with a historic old town perched on a hill overlooking the Gulf of Cagliari, featuring medieval architecture, museums, and easy access to the 8-km Poetto Beach.
Top sights
Cattedrale di Santa Maria di Castello, Bastione di Saint Remy, Torre dell'Elefante, Anfiteatro Romano, Palazzo Civico, Museo Archeologico Nazionale
Things to do
- Cagliari Cathedral (Cattedrale di Santa Maria di Castello)
- Beautiful 13th-century church with Neo-Gothic façade and Shrine of the Martyrs excavated from rock.
- Bastione di Saint Remy
- Impressive late 19th-century fortification with huge stairways or elevator leading to stunning views of the city, sea, and mountains.
- Torre dell'Elefante (Tower of the Elephant)
- 13th-century Pisan tower built in 1307 with open daily 10:00-19:00.
- Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Cagliari
- National Archaeological Museum open Tue-Sun 09:00-18:00 with €5 entry.
Beaches
- Poetto Beach
- 8-km-long beach accessible by buses PF, PQ, 3P, and 9P with free sections and beach clubs charging €3 entry with amenities.
Where to eat
- Ci Pensa Cannas
- Small family trattoria near the port on Via Sardegna offering €15 set lunch including spaghetti with seashells, fried seafood, wine and coffee.
- Framento
- Pizzeria on Corso Vittorio Emanuele II serving very good pizza for €15-20 that fills up quickly.
Bars and nightlife
- Caffè dell'Arte Specialty Coffee
- Specialty café and roastery in Stampace borough serving specialty coffee and international breakfast/brunch.
Forecast for Cagliari
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Weather in Cagliari by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F | 46°F | 1.7 in | 8 |
| February | 59°F | 47°F | 1.6 in | 7 |
| March | 61°F | 49°F | 1.9 in | 8 |
| April | 66°F | 52°F | 1.4 in | 7 |
| May | 73°F | 58°F | 2.1 in | 7 |
| June | 83°F | 67°F | 0.4 in | 3 |
| July | 89°F | 72°F | 0.0 in | 1 |
| August | 88°F | 72°F | 0.5 in | 4 |
| September | 82°F | 68°F | 1.2 in | 5 |
| October | 74°F | 62°F | 2.0 in | 6 |
| November | 66°F | 55°F | 2.9 in | 10 |
| December | 60°F | 49°F | 1.8 in | 6 |
Getting around
Walk through the compact old town on foot, or use the efficient CTM bus and trolleybus system (€1.30 for 90-min ticket) to reach outlying attractions.
What to eat
Try local seafood and pizza in the Marina district or old town; dinner for two typically costs €40-70, with excellent pizzerias like Framento and traditional trattorias near the port.
Tips
Wear comfortable shoes as the old town is hilly; validate tickets on first boarding when using public transport.
Best for
History and architecture, beaches
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