Ta' Kenuna Tower: Gozo's Historic Semaphore Station

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Discover panoramic views and historical significance at Ta' Kenuna Tower, a 19th-century semaphore station in Nadur, Gozo. Currently closed for safety.

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Ta' Kenuna Tower

Ta' Kenuna Tower, built by the British in 1848 in Nadur, Gozo, is a restored semaphore tower offering panoramic views of Gozo, Comino, and Malta. Surrounded by a botanical garden, it's a blend of history and natural beauty.

A brief summary to Ta' Kenuna Tower

Ta' Kenuna Botanical Garden, Archbishop Saver Cassar Street, Nadur, MT

Monday 12 am-12 am
Tuesday 12 am-12 am
Wednesday 12 am-12 am
Thursday 12 am-12 am
Friday 12 am-12 am
Saturday 12 am-12 am
Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

Check for updates on the tower's reopening status before planning your visit, as it is currently closed due to structural concerns.
Explore the Ta' Kenuna Botanical Garden surrounding the tower, featuring native Maltese plants.
Enjoy the panoramic views of Gozo, Comino, and Malta from the tower's location.

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Getting There

Walking

From Nadur's bus terminal, walk west along Triq il-Knisja. Continue straight until you reach Archbishop Saver Cassar Street. Turn right and walk for about 300 meters to reach Ta' Kenuna Tower. Note: The tower and gardens are currently closed.
Public Transport

From Victoria, take bus 312 towards Nadur. Get off at Nadur's bus terminal. From there, walk west along Triq il-Knisja, turn right onto Archbishop Saver Cassar Street, and walk 300m to Ta' Kenuna Tower. A single bus fare costs around €2. Note: The tower and gardens are currently closed.
Taxi

From the Gozo Ferry Terminal, a taxi to Ta' Kenuna Tower costs approximately €15-€20 and takes about 15 minutes. Note: The tower and gardens are currently closed.

Discover more about Ta' Kenuna Tower

Perched on a hill 130 meters above sea level in Nadur, Gozo, Ta' Kenuna Tower is a historical landmark with stunning vistas. Built in 1848 by the British, it served as a semaphore tower, part of a network for maritime signaling and communication between Gozo and Malta. The name 'Ta' Kenuna' possibly derives from the word 'kenur,' referring to a place where fires were lit to signal enemy attacks in older times.The tower's strategic location allowed it to relay messages visually before the advent of electrical communication. The system became obsolete in 1883 with the introduction of the electrical telegraph, and the tower closed. Ta' Kenuna Tower consists of three floors, each containing a single room, linked by a spiral staircase.In 2005, the Nadur Local Council and Maltacom (now GO) sponsored restoration works. Today, it features a beacon to warn ships and communication antennas. The surrounding Ta' Kenuna Botanical Garden showcases native and exotic plants, offering tranquil pathways and scenic views.Currently (July 2025), Ta' Kenuna Tower and Gardens are closed to the public due to structural concerns caused by cliff erosion.