Make a holiday rental home or villa in Cagliari, Italy your home away from home

Cagliari is the capital of the island of Sardinia, Italy, and as hugely popular tourist destination, especially during the hot summer months. Despite the abundance of attractions, accommodation within the city centre is limited in numbers, so you may need to book early if you want to make the most of this historic city. Almost any type of holiday can be enjoyed in Cagliari, making it the epitome of a family destination.

Things to do in Cagliari, Italy

Cagliari has a huge number of things to do for tourists, ranging from historical and cultural attractions to more modern entertainment options. A walking tour of the old part of the city is the best way to get your bearings on your first day, and will provide you with opportunity of stopping off at interesting historical sights such as the Basilica di San Satumino – parts of which date back to the 5th century.

The Sardinian’s love their food, and sampling the local cuisine is a big part of any holiday in Cagliari. Seafood is the most popular theme in the city’s restaurants, and you will find that the local chef’s like to put their own unlike spin on traditional dishes.

Cagliari is arguably the best place on the island for a night out, and has an abundance of bars, cafes and nightclubs. The majority of the busier pubs and clubs are centred around Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, a narrow street in the district of Stampace. Quieter venues also exist, so if you would prefer to relax with a local wine or beer there are options to be found.

Other attractions and things to do are too numerous to list, but options include a visiting the busy fish market, a trip to watch Cagliari Calcio FC – one of Italy’s best and most famous football teams, a night out at the Teatro Lircio Opera House and trying your hand at a number of water sports in the picturesque harbour.

Places to visit on holiday in Cagliari, Italy

If you manage to find the time to head outside of Cagliari, you will find that there are a number of other places more than worthy of a visit. If you only find time for a single day trip, Pula, 33km south along the coast, is a tentative choice, having one of the very finest beaches in the whole of Sardinia, a spectacular Roman amphitheatre and some top golf courses.

Weather in Cagliari, Italy

The weather is one of the biggest draws of a Cagliari holiday, with summer temperatures often exceeding 30C and sometimes hitting the heights of 35C. If you are planning an active vacation you may wish to book your Cagliari self-catering accommodation for May or June, when the daily average temperature is a slightly cooler 25C.

Flights to Cagliari, Italy

Cagliari has its own airport – Cagliari-Elmas Airport (CAG), so getting to your holiday rental accommodation in the city is an easy task. An increasing number of UK flights are heading to this destination, with Ryanair, British Airways and easyJet all offering this route. The airport is 5km north of the city centre, and can be reached in less than two hours from the UK.