Alghero Tourist Attractions

Sandy white beaches, crystal clear waters, historical centers, medieval city walls, picturesque landscapes, solitary coves, and tasty Sardinian traditional cuisine attract locals and tourists to Alghero.

With its renovation and expansion, Alghero Airport has been the leading international gateway for travelers to the City of Alghero and the northern region of Sardinia, Italy.

Planning on your next trip? Here is the list of attractions and activities you can enjoy in Alghero.

However, if you want other attractions, you may visit getyourguide.com.

Alghero's 2.5-Hour Private Walking Tour w/ a Local Guide

Join a private walking tour led by a local guide and discover the magnificent city of Alghero, recognized as one of Sardinia's most picturesque medieval cities.

The local guide will lead you through the city as you unveil its secrets and wonders, surrounded by sturdy defense walls built between the 13th and 16th-century.

See the majestic Cathedrale di Santa Maria, the Church of San Francesco with its antique 13th-century abbey, the Church of San Michele with its brightly colored majolica dome, and the Piazza Civica.

As you enjoy the tour, remember to bring a camera with you and marvel around the 14th-century remains of Torre Porta, a Terra known to be one of the two main gates in the medieval city.

Then, visit Torre di San Giovanni, an impressive medieval tower now utilized to display temporary art exhibitions.

Alghero's animated historic center is a perfect place to hang out, aside from being one of the best preserved in Sardinia. Just one tip: remember to bring your camera with you.

Sardinian Home-Cooking Class and 4-Course Meal

Have fun and learn to prepare distinctive Sardinian dishes in this farmhouse cooking class.

Make your way to the countryside of Alghero and take a four-course Meal cooking class in a beautiful farmhouse. A friendly host will welcome every tourist. Immerse in regional food culture as you will be introduced to gourmet products and locally-grown food ingredients.

Learn to cook dishes like bruschetta and vegetable fritters.

At the end of the cooking class, gather around the table to feast on the dishes of your labor.

Secret Beaches Bicycle Tour

Explore the coast of Capo Caccia and Porto Conte from a unique perspective on this guided bike tour.

Bike and discover the beautiful place of Porto Conte Regional Park in Northwest Sardinia. Explore the area with the company of a local guide, which will help you to find the natural caves and coves filled with crystal-clear waters, and Mediterranean vegetation.

Travel along excellent bike trails combined with nature and history. Visit one of World War II's most extensive military territories, with stations for weapons, bunkers, tunnels, and even barracks.

As you end the tour, head to a local cafe to taste local products.

Wine and Olive Oil Tasting

Enjoy local wines and top-quality olive oil at a local boutique farm. Learn about local traditions while enjoying 5 wines paired with local pecorino cheese and olive oil served with home-prepared table olives and traditional bread.

Upon arrival, your guide will direct you to your assigned table in the tasting room. The table has five different glasses and a small tray holding your appetizers to pair with the wines prepared during the guided tasting.

Your guide will begin by sharing comprehensive information about the farm's history, the local area, and culture, followed by the guided tasting of each wine. You will also learn about the variety of grapes, perfumes, tastes, and suggested food pairings for each wine.

The experience ends with proof of a top-quality extra-virgin olive oil prepared by traditional cold pressing techniques and served with traditional bread.

In the end, you'll have the opportunity to purchase some of the products you've tried to take home.

After the tasting, take a nice walk through the vineyard to take pictures.