The Cathedral of Santa Maria is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Cagliari, dedicated to the Virgin…read moreMary and to Saint Cecilia. It is the seat of the archbishop of Cagliari. The church was built in the 13th century in Pisan-Romanesque style and became a cathedral in 1258. In the 17th and 18th centuries it was renovated in the Baroque style.

Just discovered this great panoramic terrace right by the historic center of town. This would have…read morereceived five stars if it weren't for the narrow stairwell up to the terrace. There are lots of stairs and it is very narrow, so if you want to avoid being stuck between those people wanting to go up and those wanting to go down, you need to go during early morning or late afternoon time slots. Once you reach the top, you are outside on a rooftop terrace where you can see the entire city. The entrance is free, so you won't find anyone working there, you just see the open gate and walk up the stairs. If bringing little kids, definitely not stroller friendly and the stone stairs at the very top can be quite high, so you want to watch the little ones.

From the port of Alghero, you enter into this cute little square in the center of the old part of…read moretown. It is filled with several bars, restaurants, few clothing stores and a delicious gelato shop. You will find the square bustling with people during the summer months with even live singing at night. There are a few places along the square to sit and relax while eating a gelato or just people watching. Definitely worth a visit.