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Highbridge Water Tower

Washington Heights, Manhattan

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Sat, October 19th, 2024

1:00pm — 2:30pm

Join the Urban Park Rangers for a tour inside the iconic Highbridge Water Tower to learn about the history of New York City’s water supply and enjoy the panoramic views from the top of the 200-foot tower.

Saturday Tours: Ongoing
Groups of 20 patrons at a time can go to the top of the towers. Visits last around 30-40 minutes. Urban Park Rangers will be onsite to speak about the tower’s role in the city’s water system.

The interior base is wheelchair accessible. The top of the tower is accessible by a single staircase. No elevator access is available.

Amsterdam Avenue between West 173rd and 174th Streets
Location is behind the Highbridge Recreation Center

New York, NY, 10033