Historic Castle District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Cagliari Cathedral
Venture down into the subterranean crypt beneath this majestic church to see where many Catholic martyrs are interred.
Bastion of Saint Remy
Enjoy a drink and watch the city go by from the promenade atop one of Cagliari's most prominent landmarks.
Civic Theatre of Castello
Enjoy a performance at Civic Theatre of Castello, a theatre with a story to tell in Cagliari. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's art scene.
Tower of the Elephant
You can find out about the history of Cagliari with a trip to Tower of the Elephant. Stroll along the marina or experience the art scene in this family-friendly area.
The Ghetto Center for Art and Culture
Enjoy an outing to The Ghetto Center for Art and Culture during your stay in Cagliari. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Church of Santa Croce
Church of Santa Croce is just one of the places to see in Cagliari, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the marina or experience the area's art scene.
Activities
Excursion to the Nuraghe Su Nuraxi of Barumini from Cagliari
Cagliari boat tour : 5 swim stops, aperitif & Sardinian lunch
Cagliari: Catamaran Tour, Swimming, Snorkeling, & Prosecco
Tour to the archaeological site of Nora - from Cagliari
Cagliari: walking tour through the alleys of Castello
Our pick of the best Historic Castle District Hotel Deals
D.H. Lawrence
Excellent rooms. Extremely clean and well maintained. Friendly team. Great location.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
UNA HOTELS T Hotel Cagliari
My stay here was great - from accommodative
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel Palazzo Doglio
Great property!!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Regina Margherita Hotel
Caesar's Hotel
Excellent breakfast. Nice hotel, with free parking. Close to the salt marshes, great area for birdwatching.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Miramare Cagliari Hotel Museo
The decor and atmosphere is absolutely divine - the only downside was with the parking, which is really tricky to get to especially as you first arrive and want to drop off the luggage. The location is perfect for sightseeing and some of the rooms have a direct view on the gorgeous marina. Definitely ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Castle District
Villanova
While Villanova isn't home to many top sights, National Archaeological Museum of Cagliari and Citadel of Museums are some notable places to visit nearby.
Marina District
Unique features of Marina District include the waterfront views and bars. Make a stop by Sant'Eulalia Archaeological Site and Treasure Museum or Crypt of the Holy Sepulcher while you're exploring the area.
Stampace
If you're spending some time in Stampace, Port of Cagliari and Piazza Yenne are top sights worth seeing.
Bonaria
While visiting Bonaria, you might make a stop by sights like Sanctuary and Basilica of Our Lady of Bonaria and International Trade Fair of Sardinia.
Is Mirrionis
While there might not be top attractions in Is Mirrionis, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Michele Castle and Roman Amphitheatre of Cagliari.
