Guinigi Tower
Attraction
4.6 (9492 reviews)
Brick tower from 14th century; climb 230 steps to its oak-topped summit for mountain & city views.
Via Sant'Andrea, 41, 55100 Lucca LU, Italy
+39 0583 48090
Did You Know?
Romanesque-Gothic Architecture
The Guinigi Tower, dating back to the 1300s, showcases a blend of Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles, making it a unique landmark.
Towering Height
The Guinigi Tower reaches a height of 45 meters, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Lucca from its rooftop garden.
Rooftop Garden
The tower's most distinctive feature is its rooftop garden, adorned with tall oak trees, creating a truly unique and picturesque setting.
City of Churches
Lucca is known as the 'City of 100 Churches,' and the Guinigi Tower stands as a testament to the city's rich history and religious heritage.
Highlights from Reviews
• Panoramic views
The tower offers stunning, breathtaking, and impressive 360-degree panoramic views of Lucca, its historic architecture, and the surrounding mountains.
• Unique rooftop garden
The distinctive feature of real oak trees growing on the tower's summit creates a unique and memorable experience, providing shade and a novel atmosphere.
• Worth the climb
Despite the effort required, visitors consistently find the climb to the top to be absolutely worthwhile for the incredible views and unique experience.
• Must-visit landmark
Guinigi Tower is considered a unique and memorable landmark, frequently recommended as a must-visit attraction in Lucca.
• Manageable ascent
Many visitors found the climb to be relatively quick and not overly difficult, with some sections having wider stairs and spots to rest along the way.
