Guinigi Tower

The Guinigi Tower rises 44.25 meters above Lucca's historic center, featuring red brick construction and decorative elements from the Romanesque-Gothic period.

Built in 1384 by silk merchants, the tower stands as one of only nine remaining structures from the original 250 defensive towers that once protected Lucca.

The Guinigi family demonstrated their influence through the tower's height and architectural details, establishing it as a symbol of medieval Tuscan power.

Visitors can climb 233 steps to reach the observation deck, with different seasonal opening hours ranging from early morning until evening throughout the year.

The rooftop garden, documented since 1600, contains several ancient Holm oak trees growing at the tower's summit, creating an elevated green space.

Location: Lucca

Inception: 14 century

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Height: 44.25 m

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Fee: Yes

Opening Hours: November-February: 10:00-16:30; March-May: 10:00-17:30; June-September: 10:00-19:30; October: 09:30-17:30

GPS coordinates: 43.84372,10.50699

Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:38