Historic Castle District
Cagliari
Visit Historic Castle District
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.
Things to do
3 Hours Guided Dinghy Tour: Cagliari, Caves and Sella del Diavolo
Cagliari boat tour : 5 swim stops, aperitif & Sardinian lunch
Excursion to the Nuraghe Su Nuraxi of Barumini from Cagliari
Fantastic sunset excursion by boat to the Devil's saddle
Villasimius and Solanas Beaches Day Trip from Cagliari with van
Top hotels in Historic Castle District
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
Overall the stay was excellent.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Regina Margherita Hotel
Best Western Hotel Residence Italia
clean
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
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
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.
