Nora Archaeological Area (Area Archeologica di Nora) Tours and Activities

Sardinia is dotted with fascinating archaeological ruins that are almost impossible to visit by public transportation. With this tour, discover the ancient city of Nora by visiting the Phoenician and Roman ruins at the Pula archaeological site with a guide and transportation. You can also admire the area’s natural beauty with a walk along the beach and the Santa Gilla lagoon, home to a population of pink flamingos.

Discover three of southern Sardinia’s most important ancient landmarks on this private, half-day tour. Don’t worry about the logistics: the itinerary includes round-trip transportation from your area accommodation or port. Meet your driver and set off first for Nora, where you’ll find the ruins of an ancient city first founded by the Phoenicians in the 9th century BC (entry own expense). Then, you’ll visit an ancient Roman necropolis and amphitheater.

This Cagliari shore excursion allows cruise passengers to explore the Phoenician ruins of Nora and a nuraghe—a distinctive Nuragic-era structure. With a guide in the lead there’s no need to worry about navigation from your port of call; just take your time visiting the archeological ruins that are emblematic of Sardinia’s distinct, sometimes puzzling, pre-historic culture.

Beat the crowds and travel at your own pace on this half-day private shore excursion from Cagliari port to the archaeological site at Nora. Tour the Roman and Phoenician ruins with your private guide, seeing sights from the Temple of Tanit to the Roman theater. Next, shop for souvenirs at the craft shops of the charming town of Pula.

A trip to Sardinia wouldn't be complete without visiting ancient ruins. They're a true marvel, but unfortunately most visitors often spend more time wandering through them than actively learning about them. This tour makes it possible to do both. Walk through the ruins of the pre-Roman Sardinian village, Nora, with a guide to learn about Phoenician urban planning, art, and history. Plus, skip-the-line admission fees are included, and you can upgrade for a private-tour experience if you wish.

Visit the Roman archaeological site of Nora on a day trip from Cagliari, and discover the wonders of the ruined coastal settlement as you explore. After leaving your private vehicle, enter the site with a prebooked ticket to wander amid archaeological highlights such as the Temple of Aesculapius and an ancient necropolis. Round-trip hotel transport is included for a relaxing experience.

Guaranteed departures group travel: small, friendly group limited to 25/30 participants only! An ancient land with an ancient language, Sardinia is a uniquely fascinating place, forged by many centuries of culture and history, in its strategic position at the center of the Mediterranean. Its awe-inspiring treasures of the past, such as the Nuraghic bronzes in Cagliari and the Megalithic tombs of the giants, can be admired in the island’s many museums, or in its archaeological areas, some dating back as far as the 7th century BC. Travel to Sardinia with their idyllic climate, archaeology treasures, dramatic vistas and hearty cuisine that embodies all things Sardinian.

The ancient city of Nora is one of the most important archaeological sites on the island. Its particular location on the coast facilitated the settlement of the Phoenicians in the VIII century BC and after of the Carthaginians, but it was in Roman times that Nora experienced its heyday becoming the first capital of Sardinia. We will discover together the old neighborhoods, the luxurious villas decorated with mosaics, the baths, the temples, the ancient cobbled streets and the splendid theater. Not only archaeology, but also relax! The entire area is surrounded by a breathtaking landscape, perfect setting for taking amazing photos, which will be part of your memories, with the Tower of Coltellazzo standing in the background and a golden beach that leads us to the church of Sant’Efisio, one of the most beloved saints by Sardinian people to whom is dedicated one of the longest procession in Europe which takes place at the beginning of May.

Enjoy the visit to one of the most fascinating archaeological sites on the island and one of the best examples of Roman ruins in Sardinia. In Nora you will walk through the ruins of amazing buildings of the Roman times, such as the different thermal baths and the beautiful theatre, while admiring the breathtaking scenery around the site and the Mediterranean sea at its best. On the way back to Cagliari you will have the chance to spot pink flamingos in the area of Santa Gilla and have a panoramic drive of the city of Cagliari.