Attractions & guided tours

Santa Teresa Gallura, Lu Brandali and Longosardo Tower Ticket

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Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Russian

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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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Why you’ll love this…

Immerse yourself in the Sardinia's archaeology and history
Explore Lu Brandali's and the Longosardo Tower ancient sites
Experience inclusive history through 3D viewers reproducing old nuragic tombs

What to expect

Dive into Sardinia's rich history and natural beauty at your own pace in Santa Teresa Gallura, located at the island's northernmost point. You'll have the chance to explore the Nuragic Culture, and multimedia archaeology exhibition "Lu Brandali: Read Touch and Listen", as well as the archaeological site Lu Brandali and the Spanish Tower of Longonsardo.

At the exhibition, you'll see original artefacts from recent excavations preserved meticulously. The immersive exploration is enhanced by 3-D reproductions of a tomb and part of a village, along with audio-tactile devices designed for visually impaired visitors.

Next, embark on a cultural journey through the archaeological site Lu Brandali. A nature trail weaves its way among olive trees and mastic trees, framing the giants' tomb and the Nuragic village until you reach the fortification tower. Your historical adventure concludes at the Longonsardo Tower, a 16th-century monument hailing from the Spanish era. This experience, steeped in the diverse epochs of Sardinian history, is one not to be missed!

What's included

Entrance fees
Audio guide

Where

Sito Archeologico Lu Brandali - Mostra di Archeologia Nuragica, Via Capo Testa, Santa Teresa Gallura SS, Italia

Meeting point:

Go down Capo Testa Street, you'll find the entrance gate and the sign indicating the site of Lu Brandali.

What to remember

Accessibility

Suitable for wheelchairs and strollers inside the archaeological exhibition, but not suitable in the Nuragic village or the Tower of Longonsardo due to the presence of architectural barriers such as historic stairways and inaccessible paths

Know in advance:

Only pets with a leash and of a docile disposition are allowed
Those who purchase a ticket to visit in the late morning will be able to visit the tower in the afternoon
The tour is not guided, but the exhibition "Lu Brandali: Read Touch and Listen" is supported by written explanations and is fully translated into Braille, English, French, and Spanish. For the latter language, you will need to request a handout upon arrival
For the visit to the archaeological site of Lu Brandali, you will need to download the audio guide to your smartphone upon arrival, via QR code in the following languages: Italian, English, French, Spanish, German, and Russian. For the tower visit, you will be provided with a brochure available in Italian, English, French, German, and Spanish
The destinations must be reached by your own means of transportation, 800 meters away from the centre of the town of Santa Teresa Gallura: the archaeological site Lu Brandali is located on the provincial road 90 in the direction to Capo Testa; the Tower of Longonsardo, on the other hand, is located in Viale Bechi 300 meters from Piazza Vittorio Emanuele I in Santa Teresa Gallura
The archaeological site Lu Brandali has a small food court, restrooms, bookshop, and outdoor picnic area
To ensure an optimal experience with the audio guide, earphones compatible with all smartphones will be provided and must be returned at the end of the visit
The sites follow the following timetables: Lu Brandali archaeological site and archaeological exhibition from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m; Longonsardo Tower from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

Remember to bring:

A valid ID

Provider

Escursì - experience sardinia

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins.

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