Genoese Lighthouse
Farul Genovez
A small octagonal lighthouse built in 1860 to commemorate Genoese merchants, standing on the seaside promenade of the old town.
The lighthouse was built by a French railway company in 1860 to commemorate the Genoese seafarers who traded here in the 13th and 14th centuries. It is about 8 m tall, with an octagonal stone tower, and is a classic photo spot on the seaside promenade. Nearby are a column dedicated to Ovid and seaside benches. A few minutes' walk south brings you to the casino and aquarium. The exterior can be viewed for free, but the interior is generally not open to the public.
Opening hours
All day (exterior only)
Nearby sights
- Constanța Aquarium
- Constanța Casino
- Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral
- Tomis Marina
- Grand Mosque of Constanța (Carol I Mosque)
- Roman Mosaic Edifice
- Ovid Square & Old Town
- National History and Archaeology Museum