Torre Civica
45-metre medieval tower in Piazza Duomo in Trento, with eight of its twelve levels open to visitors only on a one-hour guided tour.
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About the museum
The Torre Civica, also known as the Torre di Piazza, was erected around the middle of the 12th century on the remains of the ancient Porta Veronensis (1st century AD), along the Via Claudia Augusta, closely connected with the bishop's residence. Standing 45 metres tall, it overlooks Piazza Duomo, dominated by the Cathedral and adorned by the Fontana del Nettuno (Neptune Fountain).
The tower also served administrative purposes and, until the late 19th century, as a men's and women's prison. For centuries it was a point of reference for the citizens: its clock marked urban and secular time, and with its two bells, called “della renga” and “della rason”, it gathered the population or warned them of danger.
After restoration, the tower allows visitors to discover eight of its twelve levels, reached by a staircase of 156 steps. The opening and running of the guided tours are made possible by an agreement between the Comune di Trento, owner of the building, and the Museo Diocesano Tridentino. The ticket is not sold separately from the museum ticket.
Highlights
- 45-metre tower built on the Roman Porta Veronensis
- Eight of the twelve levels open to visitors, reached by 156 steps
- Clock and bells “della renga” and “della rason”
- One-hour guided tour for groups of up to ten people
- View over Piazza Duomo, the Cathedral and the Neptune Fountain
- Combined ticket with the Museo Diocesano and the Basilica of San Vigilio
- Operated by
- Comune di Trento (gestione delle visite: Museo Diocesano Tridentino)
- Visitors per year
- approx. 1,571
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €12 |
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| Reduced | €10Visitors aged 15 to 26, over 65s and members of associations with agreements |
| Children & teens | €5Children under 14 and holders of the Museum Pass: €5 (according to the Trentino.com portal) |
| Tower in addition to the Museo Diocesano Tridentino ticket | €5For those who have free museum admission, for example holders of the Trentino Guest Card, ICOM and AMEI members, police on duty, journalists and guides |
The full ticket (€12, reduced €10) is a combined ticket covering the Torre, the Museo Diocesano Tridentino and the early Christian Basilica of San Vigilio. Access to the tower cannot be bought separately from the museum ticket.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: not available
- Elevator: not available
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The ascent is on foot only, with 156 steps and no lift; the tower is not accessible to people with mobility impairments. The visit is not recommended for people with heart conditions, asthma, vertigo or claustrophobia.
Kids & families
| Time needed | approx. 60 min |
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Children under 1.20 metres are not admitted; minors under 14 only with an adult.
Getting there & parking
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Amenities & dining
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Events & venue rental
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Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 60 min |
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| Photography | Cameras and video cameras are permitted. |
| Good to know | Children under 1.20 metres are not admitted; minors under 14 are admitted only if accompanied by an adult. Bags, backpacks and containers may not be taken up and must be left at the ticket office. A signed waiver (liberatoria) is required. |
