Medieval Cagliari: Castello
The Castello district sits on a hill, visible from most of the city center and the sea. Founded by the Pisans in the 13th century, it still preserves ancient walls and medieval gates. Walking through narrow streets, stairways, and small squares offers ever-changing panoramas..
Must-see sights:
- City walls
- Elephant Tower and San Pancrazio Tower
- Bastions Saint Remy and Santa Croce
- Porta Cristina and the Citadel of Museums: Archaeological, Cardu, Pinacoteca
- Cathedral and its museum
- City Palace and temporary exhibitions
- Covered walkway and Modern Art Gallery
If you have little time:
Piazza Yenne to see the city walls, Elephant Tower and Santa Croce Bastion, Saint Remì Bastion for panoramic views of the sea and Stampace rooftops
Sant’Efisio and Local Life: Stampace
Stampace, at the foot of Castello’s walls, combines historic alleyways with lively streets full of shops and restaurants. History and faith meet here: Sant’Efisio, a martyr from 303 AD, is celebrated in the famous May 1st procession.
Must-see sights:
- Santa Anna Church
- San Michele Church
- Sant’Efisio Church and May 1st festival
- Santa Restituta Church (crypt)
- Botanical Garden
- Piazza del Carmine, Vipera Cave, Roman Amphitheater
- Tuvixeddu Necropolis (Phoenician-Punic)
If you have little time
Walk through Stampace alta, Largo Carlo Felice, Corso Vittorio Emanuele. Visit the main churches: Sant’Efisio, Santa Anna, San Michele.
The Scent of the Mediterranean: Marina
Marina connects Castello to the port, known for its multicultural streets and local cuisine. A walk here immerses you in history and daily life.
Must-see sights
- Via Roma and Largo Carlo Felice
- Piazza Yenne
- Via Manno (shopping)
- Sant’Antonio Church and Santo Sepolcro Church
- Archaeological museum of Sant’Eulalia
- Shops, historic stores, and food markets
If you have little time
Walk along Via Roma and the port, coffee at Piazza Yenne, explore the historic alleyways.
Multicultural Cagliari: Villanova
Villanova, at the foot of Castello, was once home to rural families but is now a revitalized neighborhood with pedestrian streets and street art. It offers a mix of culture, events, and authentic local life.
Must-see sights
- Piazza San Giacomo and Piazza San Domenico
- Churches: San Domenico, San Giacomo, San Saturnino
- Street art in via San Saturnino
- EXMA (contemporary art) and local galleries
- Shops and historic stores.
If you have little time
Walk through Piazza San Giacomo and Piazza San Domenico, Shopping in via Sulis
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