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Monument · Gênova, Liguria
Lanterna di Genova
The Lighthouse of Genoa, the city’s symbol, with a tower of about 77 meters, a museum in the old fortifications, and a walk along the harbor edge.
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About Lanterna di Genova
The Lanterna is the harbor lighthouse of Genoa and the city’s most important symbol. It stands on the rock of San Benigno, at the western entrance to the port. There has been a lighthouse at this point since the Middle Ages; the current tower was rebuilt in 1543 and is about 77 meters tall.
Visitor access is via a roughly 800-meter pedestrian walk along the harbor, with panels about the lighthouse’s history. At the end of the path, a park surrounds the tower’s base.
In the old fortifications is the Museo della Lanterna, with lenses, mechanisms, and models related to navigation and lighthouses. With an additional ticket, visitors climb 172 steps to the first panoramic terrace, which offers views of the port and the city.
The Lanterna is open only on some days of the week and closes in strong bad weather, so visits need to be planned.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 1.5 to 2 hours, including the access walk, the museum, and the climb to the terrace.
Best time
On a clear day, to enjoy the view from the terrace. The Lanterna is open only a few days each week and closes in strong bad weather; check days and opening hours before you go.
How to get there
From Dinegro metro or the ferry (traghetti) terminal parking, it’s about a 10-minute walk to the start of the pedestrian promenade.
Tip
The climb to the terrace is via an internal staircase; wear comfortable shoes. Tower tickets are usually sold only at the on-site ticket office.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Lanterna di Genova
Does the Lanterna open every day?
No. It is open only on a few days of the week and closes in severe bad weather. Check days and opening hours before you go.
Can you climb the lighthouse?
Yes, up to the first panoramic terrace, via 172 steps, with an additional ticket purchased at the local ticket office.
How do you get to the Lanterna?
By metro to Dinegro station and then on foot along the waterfront pedestrian promenade, in about 10 to 15 minutes.