Explore Cagliari at your own pace with a self-guided scavenger hunt that combines location-based riddles and an audio guide. Visit the Roman amphitheatre, bastions, and hidden piazzas while solving clues and learning local stories.
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Morning light spills over the red roofs of Cagliari as you tap open the World City Trail app and set off without a guide. Narrow alleys demand attention; clues posted at piazzas and bastions prod you toward the next landmark. The city responds like a practiced host—the sea breezes pushing you toward the marina, the stone stairways offering a view that slows your step.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Basic walking fitness; comfortable with short flights of stairs and uneven pavement
Wildlife
History
Cagliari’s core developed through Phoenician, Punic and Roman periods; the Roman amphitheatre and medieval towers reflect its strategic harbor history.
Conservation
Respect historic stonework and avoid climbing fragile ruins; support small local businesses and carry out trash to reduce impact on old neighborhoods.
Reserve your spot on the Cagliari Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start at Castello for best context
Begin in the Castello district to orient yourself to the city’s layout and get the clearest line of sight to major sights referenced in clues.
Charge your phone fully
The tour runs through an app and uses maps; carry a power bank if you plan to take photos or use data-intensive navigation.
Wear grippy shoes
Streets and stairs are often stone and can be uneven—shoes with good traction keep you steady on steep alleys.
Pause for shade and breaks
There’s no strict time limit—stop at cafés or viewpoints to rest and beat the midday heat, especially in summer.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support and traction for cobbled streets and stone steps.
Smartphone with data or offline maps
Runs the World City Trail app and hosts the audio guide and navigation.
Portable charger
Keeps your phone powered for navigation and photos during the tour.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during warm months; refill at cafés or public fountains.
summer