Asinelli's Tower

The towers are one of the main features of Bologna. Between the XII and XIII century a lot of towers was built, but nowadays less than twenty were left standing. These towers had a military and civil function: they gave prestige to the families which paid for their construction. The Asinelli’s tower was built between the 1109 and the 1119 under request of the Asinelli’s family, which used the tower also for military reasons. In 1448 the tower was equipped with a little stronghold to host soldiers. Nowadays the arch and the arcades, that can be found at the base of the tower, host workshops in memory of the commercial function of this city during the middle age. The visitors have to climb 498 wooden stairs to reach the top of this tower, that is 97,20 meters high. From there they can enjoy the beautiful view of Bologna’s red roofs. When the weather is good is possible to see (very far) the sea and the Alps.

Informations to visit the Asinelli’s Tower:
When: Summer from 9 am to 6 pm, Winter 9 am to 5 pm
Tickets: 3 €
How to get here: Bus n° 13, 14, 19, 25 and 27.