How to get to Alghero: plane, ferry, car and bus
Complete guide to reaching Alghero by plane, ferry, car and bus. Direct flights, maritime routes to Porto Torres and local transport in Sardinia.
Travel guide to Alghero
Everything you need to visit Alghero: accommodation, itineraries, food and transport.
Practical guides
What to see in Alghero in 2 days: itinerary between Catalan bastions and secret coves
Discover what to see in Alghero in 2 days: a walking itinerary through the Catalan old town, Neptune's Grotto, hidden beaches and the Lido district.
Where to stay in Alghero: areas, accommodation and practical tips
Guide on where to stay in Alghero: from the Catalan old town to the beaches of Maria Pia, with budget tips, accommodation types and the ideal area for every traveller.
Where to eat in Alghero: Catalan lobster, Catalan-Sardinian flavours and port-side trattorias
Guide to the best restaurants in Alghero: Catalan lobster, sea urchins, Algherese paella and the trattorias of the old town. Where to eat well at a fair price.
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