10 Postcard-Perfect Mediterranean Towns You Can Still Visit Without the Crowds

Surrounded by medieval walls and turquoise waters, Alghero blends Catalan heritage with Sardinian soul. 

Its historic center is filled with honey-colored buildings, quiet piazzas, and seafood trattorias. Despite Sardinia’s rising popularity, Alghero remains refreshingly balanced — lively yet never overwhelming.

Postcard detail: Evening strolls along the old city walls as the sun dips into the sea.