Conquerors, Towers, and Sardinian Secrets: A Cagliari Audio Tour
Cagliari’s culture is so distinct that Sardinians still call mainland Italy “the continent.“
On this self-guided tour, you’ll find out how the city was shaped by conquest and exchange, with Phoenicians, Romans, Pisans, Aragonese, and Spanish rulers all leaving their mark on Sardinia’s capital. I’ll also show you the architectural styles and traditions that survive in this hilltop citadel.
The tour starts at the Piazza Yenne, where all four of the city’s historic quarters converge. You’ll climb through the ancient defensive walls into Castello, the medieval heart of political and religious power. You’ll explore narrow streets designed to confuse invaders, visit viewpoints that reveal the city’s strategic position, and learn how each conquering civilization adapted the urban landscape to suit their needs.
By tour ends at Independence Square, you’ll have explored the Mediterranean’s best-preserved medieval fortress, where centuries of conflict and transformation are etched into stone.
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Conquerors, Towers, and Sardinian Secrets: A Cagliari Audio Tour
What's included in Conquerors, Towers, and Sardinian Secrets: A Cagliari Audio Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Piazza YennePass-by Only
On this walking tour, starting on Piazza Yenne, you’ll find out how the city was shaped by conquest and exchange, with Phoenicians, Romans, Pisans, Aragonese, and Spanish rulers all leaving their mark on Sardinia’s capital.
Bastion Saint RemyPass-by Only
We'll pass and stop by the Bastion, downstaris and upstaris, to witness a beautiful architectural gem of Cagliari and discover its history before and after WWII
Porta Dei Due LeoniPass-by Only
Passing by the Lions' Gate feels like stepping into another time, the heart of the old town of Castello.
Inclusions
- VoiceMap Application
- Lifetime access to Soho's Contribution to Health Care History tour
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Smartphone
- Transportation
- Food/Drink
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- This self-guided audio tour starts on Piazza Yenne. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End Points
- This self-guided tour ends on Piazza dell' Indipendenza.
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Ticket Redemption
___ ✉ YOUR CODE: SHCH2430 ___ ✈ TO USE IT: 1. Install VoiceMap from the Apple App Store or Google Play 2. Create an account 3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes 4. Enter the code SHCH2430 then select Download Now ___
