NYC Water Tower Walking Tour

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About this activity

For over 100 years, wooden water towers have stood tall above New York City as emblems of ingenuity and resiliency. With simple, elegant craftsmanship, these iconic structures offer not only a practical solution, but have transformed the landscape of the city and inspired artists for generations.

Join us on the NYC Water Tower Tour to explore the wonder.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: NYC Water Tower Tours

Ages: Youth (10–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Exclusive NYC Water Tower Tours Map for continued exploration
Included: Guided walking tour

Itinerary

The High Line

one hour

We'll begin on the High Line near 23rd Street, viewing wooden water towers and discussing their important role in NYC's growth, how they work and ways they have been incorporated as a symbol of NYC.

As we move along the route, we'll view examples and discuss the impact of water towers on architecture and design. Next we'll look at a variety of art inspired by and depicting water towers over the last century.

On the 10th Avenue overlook, we'll discover unusual and creative uses for water towers and a learn about a beloved NYC visitor who became a water tower enthusiast.

As we snake through the Manhattan West plaza, we'll discuss the maintenance and life cycle of water towers, and innovate efforts promoting sustainability.
Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station

30 min

We'll enter Moynihan Train Hall for a special water tower viewing and reflect on their role in the lore of New York City.

The tour's finale is on the steps of Moynihan Train Hall at 8th Avenue & 33rd Street. We'll discuss many other notable water towers around the city and each traveler will receive the exclusive NYC Water Tower Tours Map.