Sights
National Archaeological Museum
Sardinia's prehistory in one place, including the bronze figurines of the island's ancient Nuragic people. In the Cittadella dei Musei at the top of Castello; open daily.
Beaches & parks
Botanical Garden
A university garden of Mediterranean and tropical plants laid out among Roman cisterns and quarries, below the Castello walls.
Closed on Mondays.
From the ship
| Terminal | One way | How |
|---|---|---|
| Cagliari Cruise Terminal, Molo Rinascita | 24 min | walk |
Times are estimates. Allow extra on busy days and for tender queues.
Nearby
Sights
Torre dell'Elefante
A 14th-century Pisan gate tower named after the small stone elephant on its side. Climbing access varies, so check locally; the outside alone is a fine sight.
Sights
Cagliari Cathedral (Santa Maria)
The cathedral at the top of Castello, with a 20th-century façade in medieval style, rich baroque chapels and a crypt carved into the rock.