Entrance to the tower is via an external flight of stairs that connects to the only doorway, which is situated on the second floor.

Originally, the tower was under the command of a Capomastro, assisted by a bombardier, and an Aggiutante, all of whom were paid by the Università.

When the Fencible Artillery was relieved of its coastal watch duties in 1873, the tower was abandoned.

[1] During World War II, the Coast Police manned the tower as an observation post.

The tower was handed to the Munxar Local Council and Din l-Art Ħelwa in October 2009.