Alghero Cathedral (Santa Maria)
Cattedrale di Santa Maria
A cathedral begun in the 16th century, whose octagonal Catalan Gothic bell tower marks the skyline of the old town; you can climb it for views over the whole city.
Alghero Cathedral (Santa Maria) was begun in the 16th century and remodelled many times. Its main facade is Neoclassical, while the octagonal bell tower at the rear is classic Catalan Gothic and the most striking landmark in Alghero. The interior has a marble high altar and several side chapels. The bell tower is open to visitors in summer for an additional ticket, and from the top you can overlook the red-tiled roofs and the harbour. Dress modestly when visiting, and avoid walking around during Mass.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–12:00, 17:00–20:00; bell tower open in summer
Nearby sights
- Alghero Old Town
- Church of San Francesco, Alghero
- Alghero Sea Walls (Bastioni)
- Church of San Michele, Alghero
- Torre di San Giovanni
- Alghero Coral Museum
- Maria Pia Beach
- Le Bombarde Beach