Most booked tours and tickets in Alghero
Authentic Pasta Cooking Class in Alghero Farmhouse with Wine
4.8140 reviews3h
from €109
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Alghero: Jeep tour to discover nature and breathtaking landscapes
5.051 reviews5h
from €75
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Sailing tour with PAG (AUDIOGUIDE) and typical Sardinian cuisine
5.040 reviews7h
from €190
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Top sights in Alghero
- 1Old Town Walls
- 2Neptune's Grotto
- 3Cathedral
- 4Coral Beaches
- 5Capo Caccia
- 6Harbor Promenade
- A Living Catalan Legacy: Experience a unique pocket of Spain in Italy. Hear the Algherese dialect of Catalan spoken in the streets, see it on street signs, and savor Catalan-influenced dishes like lobster *alla catalana* at local trattorias.
- Spectacular Coastal & Underground Geology: Marvel at the immense sea caves of Neptune's Grotto, accessible by boat or a dramatic cliffside staircase. Above ground, the limestone promontory of Capo Caccia offers some of the Mediterranean's best diving and panoramic hiking trails.
- A Perfectly Preserved Medieval Core: Walk the complete circuit of the ancient defensive walls at sunset for breathtaking sea views. Get lost in the Centro Storico's narrow lanes, discovering Gothic portals, the Catalan-Aragonese Cathedral of Santa Maria, and artisan boutiques.
Tickets and passes in Alghero
Aperitif and sunset cocktail on a sailing boat for max 6 adults
5.02 reviews2h 30m
from €79
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Alghero Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
3.929 reviews2h
from €6
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Hidden gems in Alghero
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Spiaggia di Porto Ferro
A vast, wild beach north of Alghero, backed by impressive sand dunes and a fragrant pine forest, with a Spanish watchtower overlooking the bay.
Chiesa di San Michele
A Baroque church in the old town, easily missed but famous for its magnificent multicolored majolica-tiled dome.
Laguna di Calich
A coastal lagoon and wetland area between Fertilia and the sea, accessible by a path from the Maria Pia beach road.
Cripta di San Sebastiano
A small, often-overlooked underground crypt beneath the church of San Sebastiano, just outside the old walls.
Piazza Sulis at Night
A small square on the bastions, home to the Torre di Sulis, which transforms in the evening.
Day trips from Alghero
Nuraghe di Palmavera & Anghelu Ruju
15 min by car or taxi
Journey into Sardinia's mysterious Bronze Age. The Nuraghe di Palmavera is a well-preserved complex of stone towers and huts, while the necropolis of Anghelu Ruju is one of the island's most important prehistoric burial sites.
Bosa
50 min by car south along the coast
A picturesque riverside town with a pastel-colored old quarter (Sa Costa), a imposing Malaspina Castle, and a reputation for fine malvasia wine. It offers a charming contrast to Alghero's Catalan feel.
Stintino & La Pelosa Beach
1 hour 15 min by car north
A drive to the northwestern tip of Sardinia rewards you with one of the world's most stunning beaches. La Pelosa boasts turquoise, shallow waters with views of the Asinara Island and a historic Spanish watchtower.
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Things to do in Alghero: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Alghero?+
Top sights include Old Town Walls, Neptune's Grotto, Cathedral and Coral Beaches. Away from the crowds, try Spiaggia di Porto Ferro and Chiesa di San Michele.
What are the most popular tours in Alghero?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Catamaran Alghero, Catamaran Sailing Day Trip (4.9 stars, 148 reviews); Authentic Pasta Cooking Class in Alghero Farmhouse with Wine (4.8 stars, 140 reviews); Alghero - Dolphin Watching (Spring & Autumn Tour) (4.9 stars, 70 reviews).
How much do tours in Alghero cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €6 and €1,125 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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