Things to Do in Alghero

Alghero’s city walls stare resolutely out to sea, much as they have done for the last six hundred years or so. From this excellent vantage point, the views of both the sea and the town are superb, with sunsets, naturally, being particularly spectacular.

Neptune’s Grotto is the most well-known of the many caves and grottoes that line this stretch of the Sardinian coastline. Guided boat tours can be arranged to take you out to it, as well the Grotta dei Ricami and the Grotta Verde.

About 10km from Alghero, Sardinia’s two most important archeological sites can be fitted in on the way to or from the airport. Anghelu Ruju is a necropolis, whose tombs were used between 3500 and 5000 years ago, whilst the Nuraghe di Palmavera is a similarly ancient, and no less fascinating, site.

Not only is Alghero blessed with a charming old town, it even has a stunning beach nearby. The Maria Pia Beach is sandy, lapped by clean blue waters and, most of the year, at least, not overly-crowded.

Ports can be an endless source of fascination. Noisy and bustling with activity, Alghero’s port is a great place to sit, have a coffee, and watch the fisherman bring in the day’s catches.