Top Cagliari Art & Culture

Dig into the fascinating history and culture of Sardinia with a half-day tour of the Barumini UNESCO site and the Giara di Gesturi wild horses. See the prehistoric Su Nuraxi Fortress at Barumini. Visit the Giara plateau to find the unique breed of small horses that roam wild.

Some towns have art districts, but in San Sperate, the entire town functions as an open-air gallery. The hometown of Italian artist and sculptor Pinuccio Sciola, he played an instrumental part in the town’s rebranding as an art destination. Stroll the streets and admire more than 400 street murals, traditional peasant and farmer houses, and Sciola’s “Sound Stone” installations, which produce music when touched.

One of Sardinia’s top attractions, the UNESCO–listed site of Su Nuraxi dates back to the Bronze age. On this tour, travel 3,500 years back in time to the Nuragic period and visit this archaeological complex with your guide. Explore the court house, housing complex, and meeting hut, and see how life played out during the pre-Roman period. Enjoy round-trip travel from your Cagliari hotel, and upgrade to visit surrounding sites of interest such as the Giara plateau, the Giants' Tomb, and the medieval palace.

Book your tickets in advance and get ready to discover three of southern Sardinia’s most extraordinary landmarks. The UNESCO-listed Su Nuraxi is an archaeological site dating to the Bronze Age, and is a remnant of Sardinia’s ancient Nuragic civilization. Get up close with the landmark before visiting the Casa Zapata Museum (both an elegant, 16th-century dwelling and itself home to ancient ruins) and the Centre Giovanni Lilliu, dedicated to the architect who uncovered Su Nuraxi.

Leave the bustling port behind and experience the timeless beauty of Castello, Cagliari’s unique historic district. Stroll through the winding streets with your guide to learn about the city’s fascinating history and architecture, influenced by millennia of invasions and conquests. Take in views over the coastline, famous for its pink flamingos, and stop in one of the traditional restaurants lining the squares to sample Sardinian cuisine (own expense).

Visit two villages in Sardinia’s mountainous Barbagia area on this cultural tour from Cagliari to Mamoiada and Orgosolo, located in the middle of the island. With a guide, learn about Mamoiada’s tradition of making carnival masks at a local museum and workshop, see Orgosolo’s many murals (‘murales’) and enjoy a taste of regional wine made from the island’s cannonau grapes. Lunch is included on this small-group day trip by 9-seater minivan.

The island of Sant'Antioco is home to the ruins of the oldest urban settlement in Sardinia, the Phoenician city of Sulky. We walk in the town of Sant'Antioco itself where the ancient settlement once stood; its colourful houses line along the small port where every day the fishermen sell their catch. The looks, the smiles and every little gesture of the local people could resemble those of the Phoenicians, of a place that still hides secrets. One of them is the tradition of the byssus, the renowned golden brown marine natural filaments that are still spun and woven today to get fine embroidery. We stroll along the coast on beautiful beaches interspersed with rocky natural barriers where the waves of the turquoise sea break. And we finally reach Calasetta, a small town of white houses nestled in juniper woods and vineyards that stretch all the way to the coast in front of the Faro di Mangiabarche, a working lighthouse that still guides sailors to safety.

Go back in time to the Bronze Age on this tour from Cagliari to Barumini, where you visit the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Su Nuraxi archaeological site, built by the Nuragic civilization. Located in the Marmilla region of Sardinia, the site is known for its central tower and surrounding village. Also visit Giara, a protected area home to wild horses. Enjoy round-trip transportation from your hotel for a hassle-free experience.

Visit to the nuragic complex of Barumini, an archaeological park that includes a nuragic architecture and parts of a village. Visit to the museum complex of Casa Zapata, an important institution that includes an archaeological and ethnographic collection. The residence of another nuragic complex found under this Aragonese residence. How did we live the first civilizations in Sardinia? What were the main technologies known by protohistoric populations? We will find in this archaeological tour in the nuraghe - On Nuraxi-, one of the most important monumental architectures of the island and Unesco heritage, together with the history of the Nuragic civilization It starts from Cagliari, with time to be agreed; the tour takes place on foot in terrain with irregular surfaces. Comfortable shoes like sneakers are therefore recommended.

Head from Chia to the culturally rich medieval city of Cagliari on a guided tour, which includes stops at Cagliari’s must-see attractions and natural wonders alike. Choose to travel by foot or by car as you visit the city’s bustling markets, historical monuments, and nearby Lagoon of Santa Gilla with a guide, learning about Cagliari’s culture and history as you go.

Discover the beauty of the Sardinian town of Cagliari with this 3-hour walking tour. See the most atmospheric parts of the city, including viewpoints and historic monuments.

See more of Castelsardo on a private full-day tour from Cagliari with a guide who shows you historical landmarks and other charms of the picturesque seaside town. Highlights include the Citadel of Castelsardo; Elephant Rock; and Altare Monte d'Accoddi—a pre-Nuragic archaeological site from the 4th century BC. Have time for a leisurely stroll through the medieval streets on an excursion that can be personalized to your interests.

The south-west coast is an area not to be missed for those who visit Sardinia: sea and mines, breathtaking landscapes, cliffs that are reflected in the blue sea, among ancient mining villages and panoramas with wild charm.

This will be a journey through Sardinian history and culture. A step back to the nuraghi time, to understand how these people lived. It's also a way to discover Sardinian lifestyle a little more , as we're passing in the rural areas and villages. Furthermore, a way to enjoy the capital Cagliari from a panoramic tour

Pair the independence of self-drive with the convenience of a tour on this educational private day trip that’s tailor-made for history buffs. With a guide on hand to explicate every site, learn the secrets of Sardinia’s mysterious Nuragic civilization and explore the charming town of Bosa. Visit the megalithic tower and village at Nuraghe Sant’Antine, the prehistoric burial ground at Sant’Andrea Priu, and Bosa’s scenic old town.

Escape to one of Sardinia’s loveliest island retreats during this full-day tour of San Pietro Island. Choose from shared or private options; the tour begins in the morning, when you’re picked up directly from your Chia or Domus de Maria accommodation. Journey via air-conditioned minivan to Calasetta, where you’ll board a ferry to the island. Upon arrival, swim in the turquoise sea, tour the vibrant town of Carloforte, see the Columns of Carloforte, and learn about San Pietro Island’s millennia of history.

The Roman empire left its mark on every corner of Italy, and Sardinia is no exception. Walk in the footsteps of the ancients with this guided hike that traces a storied Roman road along the southern coastline between Santa Margherita di Pula and Chia. Hear stories and anecdotes about the route and the surrounding landscape from your guide, stop to admire the view, and enjoy lunch along the way.

The historic mine in Porto Flavia is one of the most fascinating sights in Sardinia, but reaching the complex by public transportation can be time-consuming. Save hours with this tour from Chia via private minivan and spend more time exploring the storied tunnels overlooking the Pan di Zucchero sea stacks off the coast. Learn about this remarkable example of industrial archaeology during a guided tour before the ride back to Chia.

An off-the-beaten-track ruin offers the same caliber of historical and cultural significance as other Italian attractions—but without the crowds. This guided tour to the necropolis of Montessu makes it easy to tour the sculpted amphitheater, rock-hewn chamber tombs, and stunning countryside of southern Sardinia. Tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Chia and Domus de Maria area, skip the line entrance, entrance fees, and all transportation.

Get a real experience while tasting different local delicacies in the small shops hidden in what once was the fishermen's district, just a few steps from the sea.With quality and authenticity being the key ingredients of this experience, you will enjoy a unique path that winds along old churches, narrow streets and flower-decked balconies. And we will be delighted to guide you through the different foods you will taste.Sardinia’s raw milk cheese, natural wine, cured meat prepared in accordance with local traditions, the real flavour of bread and fruit ice cream will engage your senses with their unique and special taste. Our goal will be to make you feel like hanging out with friends, while telling you the stories behind this ancient city scented by the fragrance of the sea and of its genuine, simple food.

Join a cultural walking tour to explore the city of Cagliari: discover monuments, churches, art, and curious quirks of the Sardinian Capital. See the bastion of San Remy, the Royal Palace, the Cathedral, the Nivola's sculptures and other historical attractions. Discover Cagliari, a city overlooking the Gulf of Angels and chest of wonderful treasures located all along the urban fabric. The four historical districts of the Sardinian Capital are a veritable open-air museum which will tell you the city history from the Roman settlement until the modern era.

An amazing place with a incredible views: Nora and his ruins. A place to discover the history of Phoenicians, Carthaginians and Romans. Here you can see the old city, the roman amphitheater and the magnificent mosaics.

In Sardinia the Carnival begins on January 17 with "Sa prima essia" (the first release) of the masks. In Barbagia, a historic region located at the foot of the Gennargentu massif, great fireworks are organized every year on the occasion of Saint Anthony in the villages. In Mamoiada, an important barbaricino center, with the first exit it starts the carnival, the masks of the Mamuthones and the Issohadores parade along the streets of the town to dance around the fires as a propitiatory rite. The day begins with a visit to a local winery with vineyard tour, meeting with the winemaker and tasting of the famous Cannonau wine. Later, we will take a walk in the village to discover its history, starting from the origins to learn about "Sa perda pintà", menhir found in the custodian country and witness of an ancient history. We will continue with the dressing of the Mamuthones and the Issohadores and then follow them in the parade.

The territory of the Iglesiente is one of the oldest historical areas in Sardinia. A wild landscape whose landscape is strongly man-made by the mining of the territory. Within a mining context, the Porto Flavia tunnel was built in 1924: an incredible work of engineering that we will discover together armed with torch and helmet! At the end of the path we will decide together what to do: stop for a meal, a tour in the town of Iglesias or return to the city again.