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Telephone & Wi-Fi
The guide was updated:Country code: +39
Area code: 070
Free wi-fi hotspots are available in every main attraction and square in the city, and also in the western part of Lungomare Poetto, along Poetto Beach.
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Cagliari Elmas Airport is located 6 kilometres northwest of the city. The easiest way to reach it from Cagliari is by train with the "Elmas Aeroporto" line. Trains run every 20 minutes from 5am to 9pm. The trip takes around 7 minutes and the stop is only a 5-minute-walk from the terminal. Tickets are available at the station and on the Trenitalia website.
You can also get to the airport by bus. Buses leave from Piazza Matteotti every hour, and the trip lasts around 15 minutes. Inside the airport, you will find two bus stations: one near the arrivals hall (open from 8:40am until 11:30pm), and the other next to departures (open from 5:20am to 10:30pm). Normally, buses leave every 30 minutes. The tickets are available at the newsstand in the airport.
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Passport & Visa
Citizens of European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not need a visa to enter Italy, only a valid ID. Many other countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and New Zealand, benefit from visa-free entry for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Visitors from visa-exempt countries must hold a valid passport and, starting in late 2025, will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) authorisation online before travelling.
For those requiring a visa, such as travellers from some Middle-East, African or Asian nations, a Schengen visa must be obtained prior to arrival. All travellers should ensure their passport is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay.
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Best Time to Visit
The weather in Cagliari is generally favourable for tourism from April to October, but in July and August, temperatures can get oppressively hot. It is recommended to visit Cagliari in June or September for the most pleasant weather conditions and to avoid the largest crowds.
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Public Transport
Public transport in Cagliari is run by CTM Company. Bus tickets can be bought at any newsstand and tobacconist before boarding the bus, and you will need to validate the ticket once on board. You can also purchase tickets through an app on your mobile device. Passes and cards for more than one trip are available at every CTM point or newsstand in the city.
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Taxi
Taxis in Cagliari are regulated by the local government, and all licensed taxis are required to display a special emblem on their vehicles. Cabs can be hailed on the street or can be booked in advance by phone or through a taxi app. It is also possible to find taxi ranks at key locations throughout the city, such as train stations, airports, and major tourist attractions.
Taxis in Cagliari are generally metered, with rates that are determined by the distance travelled and the time of day. It is worth noting that taxis in Cagliari, like in many other cities, are generally more expensive at night and on weekends.
Here's the contact info from Radiotaxi Rossoblu, a taxi service available 24/7 in Cagliari: +39 070 6655
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Post
In Cagliari, post offices are open on weekdays and on Saturday mornings. You can recognise them by the yellow and blue sign. Stamps can be bought in these offices or at any tobacconist.
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Pharmacy
Normally in Italy pharmacies are open every day, with a lunch break. One shop per area covers the shift during the weekend and by night (by rotation). You can discover which one is open on a notice outside any pharmacy or on the government website. Pharmacies are marked with a flashing green cross sign.
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Electricity
Italy uses the Type F electrical sockets with two round holes, the same as in many countries in Continental Europe. You will also encounter Type L sockets with three round holes arranged in a line. A “universal“ socket, that accepts Type C, E, F and L plugs, is commonly used in Italy.
The standard voltage is 230 volts, but some hotels have special plugs for 110 or 120-volt shavers.
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Telephone & Wi-Fi
Country code: +39
Area code: 070
Free wi-fi hotspots are available in every main attraction and square in the city, and also in the western part of Lungomare Poetto, along Poetto Beach.
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