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Sassari Sardinia is located on the northern part of the island; around three hours drive from the major city of Cagliari Sardinia, in the south.


If you’re planning on traveling to Sassari Sardinia, summer is one of the best times to be here, not only because of the pleasant dry weather but also because the summer season runs into October, with temperatures still averaging 30°C.

If you’re on a budget, you can find better deals on airfare and cheaper hotel accommodation on late September, as well as fewer crowds.

Things to do in Sassari Sardinia: Outdoor Activities

Water Activities

Beaches

If you’re wondering about the nearest beach to Sassari Sardinia, the coast of Sorso is just a short drive away, and offers some of the best vacation spots in Europe.

A few of these beaches include: Marina di Sorso Beach, Eden Beach and Platamona Beach, all lovely sand beaches with over six miles of shore line.

Scuba Diving & Snorkeling

If you love snorkeling and scuba dining, the area around Neptune’s Grotto, near the town of Alghero, feature an array of underwater caves such as Nereo Cave, which you can dive into.

Excursions

Town of Sorso

Adding a couple of excursion to your itinerary during your Sassari Sardinia vacation, it’s a great way to get to know the area around.

For instance, you can take a walking tour of the town of Sorso which is only a half-hour drive from Sassari Sardinia.

The town boasts beautifully preserved medieval houses and a couple of churches such as the Church of Noli Me Tollere and the Church of St. Pantaleo.

Asinara National Park

Taking an excursion to Asinara National Park is one of the most popular things to do in Sassari Sardinia due to the amount of activities on offer at the park.

The park teems with beautiful wildlife that can be explored on guided tours that the park offers, either on foot, jeep or by bus.

Apart from exploring the park, you can also enjoy fishing, cycling, horseback riding, and boat tours.

Neptune's Grotto

Neptune's Grotto is located west of Sassari Sardinia, around fifty minutes drive along the SS291 road.

The cave is actually located near the town of Alghero, and the entrance to the grotto lies on the foot of the cliffs of Capo Caccia.

The cave is open the public for tours and once inside, you can admire the beautifully formed stalactites and stalagmites formations.

Day Trips

The north of Sardinia is an excellent holiday for exploring the south of France and the east of Spain.

Sassari Sardinia is only a short drive from Porto Torres harbor which have connecting ferries to and from Barcelona Spain, Nice France, Propiano and Ajaccio.

Things to do in Sassari Sardinia: Places of Interest

One of the best ways to explore the town of Sassari is by taking a self-guided tour of the town, as most of the landmarks and museums are found near each other. Some of these places include:

- The Church of St. Peter (Chiesa Di San Pietro Di Silki)

- Cathedral of St. Nicolas or (Duomo Di San Nicola)

- St. Mary of Betlem Church (Santa Maria Di Betlem)

- University of Sardinia (Universita Degli Studi Di Sassari)

- Museum archeological of GA Sanna

- Mus'a Museum (Museo Mus'a - Pinacoteca Al Canopoleno)

- Museum Etnographic Francesco Bande (Museo Etnografico Francesco Bande)

Apart from the town’s attractions, the Monte d'Accoddi is perhaps one of the most popular things to do in Sassari Sardinia.

Monte d'Accoddi is a 4th millennium BC archeological site that consists of a stone structure that resembles a step pyramid or altar.

The site is only thirty minutes drive west of Sassari Sardinia and worth the short drive if you’re interested in ancient ruins.

Things to do in Sassari Sardinia: Shopping & Foods

The shopping scene in Sassari Sardinia consists of charming little shops and stores which are mainly geared towards tourists so you’ll find plenty of lovely souvenirs gifts to buy.

Food markets run every day in Sassari Sardinia, offering fresh produce like vegetables, fish, cheeses, etc.

If you’re looking to get things like handmade goods like jewelry and bags, flea-markets only happen once a month at either Piazza (Square) Carlo Alberto or Piazza Santa Caterina, and they’re usually held the last Sunday of every month.

Things to do in Sassari Sardinia: Nightlife & Entertainment

The nightlife is Sassari is actually on par with Cagliari Sardinia and you can expect to find many bars, pubs and restaurants offering live entertainment like karaoke nights, as well as a few discos such as Wally Disco, located on the heart of Sassari Sardinia, on Via (Street) Milano.



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If you are traveling to Cagliari Sardinia for the first time, Cagliari is home to one of the oldest districts in Europe - Castello - where a stunning Roman Amphitheatre can be found.

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Besides Cagliari's Amphitheatre, there are many other great places to visit in Cagliari and things you can do in Cagliari such as:

Things to do in Cagliari Sardinia: Beaches

Beaches near Cagliari City Center

Poetto Beach

Poetto Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Cagliari and it is located a couple of miles away from the city center. The beach is home to beautiful crystal clear waters and beach facilities such as toilets and restaurants.

Quartu Helena Beach

Quartu Helena Beach is located along the same strech of sand as Poetto Beach and it is also home to bars and restaurants.

Quartu Helena Beach is also home to the tower of Cargangiolas, which is a 16th limestone tower near the shore line that have been reduced to ruins.

Beaches near Pula Town

The Beach at Nora

The Beach at Nora, located near the town of Pula, is a beautiful crystal clear beach. If you are visiting this beach, the Roman ruins of Nora are nearby and are worth checking out.

Chia Beach

Chia Beach, located 10 miles from Pula Town, is a beautiful sandy beach with lovely sand dunes, crystal clear and shallow waters ideal for families with small kids.

Tuerredda Beach

Tuerredda Beach, located in Teulada nearby Chia, is one most popularl beaches in Sardinia, and also one of the most beautiful ones. The beach is home to white sandy beach and crystal clear waters.

Things to do in Cagliari Sardinia: Outdoor Activities

Winery Tour

The island of Sardinia is renowned for being home to many famed wines such Vino Nero (Black Wine) renowned for its many antioxidants and longevity properties.

One of the most popular wineries located nearby Cagliari is the famed Argiolas Winery, which is located north of Cagliari in the Serdiana area (30 minute drive from Cagliari).

Bicycle Tour

If you are looking for fun ways to explore the city apart from car rental, taking a bicycle tour is one of the most popular things to do in Cagliari Sardinia.

You can either book a guided tour with one of the companies in Cagliari Sardinia or if you prefer to venture out on you own, you can hire a bike for as little as $60 a week.

Water Sports

If you love water sports, Tuerredda Beach and Chia Beach are two of the best places near Cagliari where you can enjoy water activities such as scuba diving, windsurfing and more.

Poetto Beach is also home to the Harbor of Marina Piccola where you can rent surf boards and boats.

Hiking

One of the best places in Sardinia where you can explore the outdoors and spot the Sardinia deer is at the Nature Reserve of Monte Arcosu, which is reached within a 40 minute drive from Cagliari City Center.

It is free to enter the reserve if you are a resident, other wise it’s around $5 to get in. Also, if you wish to spend the night there, the reserve is home to guest rooms which you can rent for around $20 a night.

Another place where you can enjoy hiking and explore Sardinia’s fauna and flora is at the Tuaredda Island, which is located opposite Tuerredda Beach in Teulada.

The island is not far at all from the beach and can be reached swimming. Once you get to the island, you’ll be presented with lush vegetation.

Things to do in Cagliari Sardinia: Places of Interest

Ruins of Nora

Visiting the ruins of Nora is one of the most popular things to do in Cagliari Sardinia.

Nora, located 20 miles south of Cagliari (near Pula) is an archaeological site home to many Roman ruins such as a Roman Amphitheater, a Roman forum, Roman thermal baths and the Temple and Sanctuary of Aesculapius.

Cagliari Old Quarter: Castello District

The city of Cagliari is home to the Old Quarter of Castello District, which is the oldest medieval street in Sardinia.

If you are visiting the city for the first time, a stroll along Castello District narrow streets is one of the most popular things to do in Cagliari Sardinia.

Along the Old Quarter, you will also find a few attractions such as the:

• Basilica of Santa Maria (Saint Mary Cathedral)
• The National Archaeological Museum
• The Lion’s Gate
• Viceroy Palace (Royal Palace)

Stampace District

Stampace is one of the oldest districts in Cagliari and also home to a few churches such as Saint Anne and Saint Restituta churches.

Apart from modest buildings and churches, Stampace district is home to a Roman Amphitheater and the Roman Dweling of Villa Di Tiggelio.

San Benedetto Market

A visit to the San Benedetto market is another must-add attraction in your Cagliari Sardinia itinerary. The market is heart and soul of Cagliari and it’s here where you can soak in local culture and seeing how locals interact.

Things to do in Cagliari Sardinia: Shopping

For traditional shopping, the Villanova and Castello Districts are two great places where you can find many local craftsmen selling handmade goods such as paintings, figurines and jewelry.

If you looking to buy local produce, San Benedetto indoor-market is a great place where you can get anything from fruits, vegetables and fish.

Another popular shopping experience in Cagliari Sardinia is bargaining at one of the Sunday flea-markets such as at Piazza Trento.

Things to do in Cagliari Sardinia: Nightlife & Entertainment

The night scene in Cagliari is concentrated in the historic districts of Marina, Stampace and Costello where you can find many bars and clubs.

The summer months are one of the best times to travel to Cagliari and enjoy the nightlife. Places such as Poetto Beach have many bar terraces overlooking the sea, while Costa Smeralda is a great place to catch live music venues.

If you are into performing arts, Lirico theater (Teatro Lirico) offers weekly opera and ballet performances.

Things to do in Cagliari Sardinia: Events & Festivals

Sailing Regattas

If you are a regatta enthusiast, Poetto Beach is home to three of the most popular water events in Sardinia. The annual sailing regattas include: the 60-foot Italian Open Championship, the Tiscali Cup and the ‘Vela Latina Mediterranea’.

Carnival of Cagliari

The Carnival of Cagliari, held in February, features a procession of floats as well as flamboyant costumes, reminiscent of the carnival in Sao Paulo Brazil.

Saint Efisio Festival

The Saint Efisio Festival, held in May, is one of the most important religious festivals in Italy. The event features pilgrims in period costumes carrying the statue of Saint Efisio through the city.

Tip.Cagliari Sardinia is located east of the Island of Mallorca, Barcelona in Spain and Southwest of Rome Italy and Palermo Sicily.

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