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Getting Around Alghero with a Dog
🇮🇹Alghero, Italy·Updated 19 June 2026
Alghero's compact old town is best explored on foot, which suits dogs well. For the airport, beaches and Capo Caccia you will use ARST regional buses or a car, and ferries from mainland Italy serve nearby ports. Pet rules differ sharply by mode, so plan ahead, especially for a larger dog.
| Mode | Policy | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| ARST regional & city buses | Small dogs travel free only inside a carrier no larger than 50x30x25 cm. Medium and large dogs are admitted on the floor beside you with a leash and muzzle, must be registered (microchip), and require a regular ticket; admission is at the driver's discretion based on space and behaviour. Guide dogs travel free. | 💡 Carry a muzzle for any medium or large dog on ARST buses. Without it the driver can refuse boarding. |
| Ferries to Sardinia | Lines such as Tirrenia and Grimaldi accept dogs on crossings to Sardinian ports (Porto Torres, Olbia). Dogs need a leash and muzzle on board and access to lounges is restricted, but pet-friendly cabins are available; Grimaldi offers a paid Pet Kit for its pet cabins. Outdoor decks have designated walking areas. | 💡 Book a pet-friendly cabin early in summer. They sell out fast on Sardinia routes. |
| Taxis & car | Taxis accept dogs at the driver's discretion, so call ahead and mention the dog's size; a carrier or seat cover helps. A rental car is the most flexible way to reach Capo Caccia, the dog beaches and Porto Conte. Never leave a dog in a parked car in Sardinian summer heat. | 💡 For Capo Caccia and the dog beaches, a car saves the muzzle-and-space hassle of summer buses. |
Useful transport links
ARST regional buses: arst.sardegna.it, for routes to Alghero airport, Capo Caccia and beaches. Ferry operators to Sardinia: tirrenia.it and grimaldi-lines.com, both with pet policies and pet-friendly cabins. Alghero-Fertilia Airport (AHO) is about 10 km from the old town. For Capo Caccia and the Neptune Grotto, the ARST seasonal line or a car serves Porto Conte park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take my dog on ARST buses in Alghero?
Yes, but rules are strict. Small dogs travel free only in a carrier up to 50x30x25 cm. Medium and large dogs need a leash, muzzle and a regular ticket, and boarding is at the driver's discretion based on space.
Can I bring a dog on the ferry to Sardinia?
Yes. Tirrenia and Grimaldi accept dogs on crossings to Sardinian ports, with a leash and muzzle required on board and pet-friendly cabins available. Book the pet cabin early in summer.
What is the easiest way to reach the dog beaches and Capo Caccia with a dog?
A car is easiest, avoiding the muzzle and space limits of summer buses. Never leave your dog in a parked car in the heat, and always carry water for the trip.
Pet-Friendly Hotels in Alghero
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Nit i Dia Guest House
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