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Tower of Hercules (Torre de Hercules), La Coruna

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Overlooking the north Atlantic coast, Tower of Hercules (Torre de Hercules) is an intact Roman lighthouse with mythical origins. According to legend, Hercules killed the giant Geryon and buried his head where the tower now stands, then ordered a city to be built atop the site. Whatever its true beginnings, it is thought to be the oldest lighthouse still in use in the world and a landmark of Spanish history. Take a tower tour and visit the museum to learn more about its construction. On either end of the bike path along the boardwalk you'll find rental bikes. Seasonal hours, please visit website for more info. Make Tower of Hercules (Torre de Hercules) a part of your La Coruna vacation plans using our La Coruna trip itinerary planning tool.

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By 1kareenc

Great views of the city of Acuna. We came by car. Good parking. Great picture point. Definitely a great place to visit in Acuna Spain.

Great views of the city of Acuna. We came by car. Good parking. Great picture point. Definitely a great place to visit in Acuna Spain. more »
By macedonboy

The Tower of Hercules is the oldest extant lighthouse. The tower has been in existence since the Roman occupation of Spain, built or perhaps rebuilt on the orders of the Emperor Trajan. In 1788, the..... more

The Tower of Hercules is the oldest extant lighthouse. The tower has been in existence since the Roman occupation of Spain, built or perhaps rebuilt on the orders of the Emperor Trajan. In 1788, the..... more »

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By howard mcfarland

Rating is for the entire area. Sure, the Tower is phenomenal and the tour (buy tickets well BELOW the tower, in parking lot!) is a must-do, but the trails, promenade and public art are equally evocative and special. Terrific small beaches nearby. Glorious!

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By P Mahall

We first went during the morning and it was impossible to find parking anywhere without having a half hour walk, so we went away to the city centre and returned again the same evening. We couldn't entre inside the tower, but had a lovely walk up to and around it. Impressive tower that is the oldest standing lighthouse in the world. It was reformed in the 1780s and apparently you can still see the original building from the inside. The spiral you see on the outside is also the original walkway up. Definitely worth a visit. The views are lovely. Take a light jacket in the summer. Very windy and fresh in mid August! 😁

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