Bastioni di Alghero
The sea-front walls, perfect for a sunset walk, with the bell tower of Santa Maria behind.
Tickets →Alghero, Italy
Alghero: airports, things to do and where to stay
Alghero is a coastal city in north-western Sardinia, with a walled old town of Catalan heritage and its own dialect. It is close to Capo Caccia, the Neptune's Grotto and beaches with clear water.
Alghero airports
From the airport to central Alghero
Alghero-Fertilia airport is about 9 km from central Alghero.
Línea AF
City bus between Fertilia airport and the centre of Alghero.
ARST
Regional buses to Sassari and other towns in north-western Sardinia.
Taxi
Official rank outside the terminal. The ride to central Alghero takes about 20 min.
Alghero
Things to do in Alghero
Grotta di Nettuno
A large sea cave at Capo Caccia, with stalactites and an inner lake; reached by boat or by a long staircase.
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Cattedral de Santa Maria
A cathedral with a Catalan Gothic bell tower in the heart of the old town, among narrow streets.
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Porto di Alghero
The marina, with boats and sailing yachts, from where boat trips along the coast depart.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Alghero?
Alghero is served by Alghero-Fertilia (AHO).
How far is the airport from central Alghero?
Alghero-Fertilia airport is about 9 km from central Alghero.
How do I get from the airport to central Alghero?
From Alghero-Fertilia airport you can take Línea AF (bus), ARST (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Alghero?
Highlights of Alghero include Bastioni di Alghero, Grotta di Nettuno, Cattedral de Santa Maria, and Porto di Alghero.
Photo credits
- Bastioni di Alghero: Basilicofresco, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Grotta di Nettuno: ciamabue, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cattedral de Santa Maria: proteusbcn, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Porto di Alghero: Basilicofresco, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons