Going to the lighthouse we expected an experience where we would be able to enjoy the view of the city without any stress. Getting to the lighthouse on foot from the city center entailed a walk through the industrialized harbor area with little shade and poor directions that make you wonder if you made a wrong turn. When we got the pathway to the lighthouse itself, our bags were searched and we paid 8€ per person for entry. Arriving at the foot of the lighthouse itself we were told that we had to go through the open air museum before we were allowed to enter the lighthouse itself, upon completion of this (admittedly pointless „museum“) we got into the lighthouse and the museum dedicated to its history. This was interesting and educational until we had to figure out how to get to the unmarked stairs for the ascent. Once we finally got to the top of the lighthouse, the views were good but not spectacular as we could only access the first panorama plateau, the second one was closed,
The Lanterna is the symbol and beating heart of Genova, a vibrant and astoundingly beautiful city. The view from the Lanterna is breathtaking.
That was disappointing. Walked all that way along the port and the gate was locked. It can’t be that hard to keep the attraction open 7 days a week. It’s a lighthouse for goodness sake. Oh well we did get close, see the photos. And, did get to see the Porto.
tanti scalini anche se non è possibile arrivare fino in cima. Ovviamente non c’è molto da vedere, forse con una guida acquisirebbe valore.
Non è la prima volta che visitiamo Genova, ma la visita al simbolo della città ci mancava. Interessante ed istruttiva, ci ha dato un nuovo punto di vista sulla vita e sulla storia della città. Nota piacevole la competenza, la gentilezza e la giovane età del personale .