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Tower of Hercules: Roman Lighthouse Summit & Sculpture Park

Climb the world's only functioning Roman lighthouse — a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating to the 2nd century AD — for 360° Atlantic panoramas. The surrounding Celtic sculpture park adds mythic drama to an already extraordinary ascent.

What to expect

The 55-metre climb up the restored Roman core reveals successive layers of history: original Roman masonry, 18th-century restoration, and finally the lantern room with sweeping views across the Costa da Morte. The surrounding Monte dos Bicos sculpture park showcases giant Celtic stone carvings, a Viking-ship monument, and a Galician rose of the winds labyrinth — all free to explore. Allow 1.5–2 hrs for the full experience.

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Torre de Hércules (Concello de A Coruña – Official)
EUR 3 general admission; free for under-18 and over-65
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Good to know

The Tower is a 15-min taxi ride or 25-min walk from the cruise pier along the coastal promenade. It opens at 10:00 (check seasonal hours). Arrive first thing for the best light and fewest visitors. Comfortable walking shoes essential for the cobbled spiral.

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Luxury cruises that call at La Coruna — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Oceania · Oceania Marina
7 nights · calls at La Coruna
from $2,520
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Oceania · Oceania Nautica
14 nights · calls at La Coruna
from $2,612
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Oceania · Oceania Insignia
10 nights · calls at La Coruna
from $3,299
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Viking Ocean · Viking Mars
14 nights · calls at La Coruna
from $4,399
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