Some people rush toward the Bastione, some look for a bus to Poetto, and some stop, bewildered, at an intersection. The cruise ship passengers ' morning in the city passes quickly, between the allure of the Cagliari sun and the many—sometimes too many— transit problems. Missing signs, insufficient crossings, and the chaotic background noise of construction sites accompany the disembarkation .

Problems begin to arise once you cross the port boundary. There are no traffic police to manage the flow, while the incessant noise of construction sites accompanies the arrival of visitors. Between diversions, barriers, and roadworks, tourists look at each other in bewilderment: "Should we go here or there?"—facing Viale la Plaia. "This map makes no sense. Thank goodness for Google Maps."

Chaotic and dangerous crossings, unclear signs. A city "difficult to read," many say, especially if you only have a few hours to visit . "The city is beautiful, but there are few road signs. The roadworks aren't very disruptive, but they make a lot of noise. We had to use GPS practically everywhere," say mother and daughter.

Among the critical issues are also the services: in the historic center and in Castello, many explain, public bathrooms are lacking or insufficient . "The one in a bar isn't enough," protests a tourist while looking for a bathroom in the upper part of the city.

Alessandra Ragas

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