Parks & GardensParks & GardensHighbridge Water Tower
Washington Heights
Climb 200 steps inside an octagonal Gothic tower for panoramic views that few tourists ever see. Built in 1872 to regulate water pressure for Washington Heights, this beautifully restored granite landmark opens monthly for free ranger-led tours.
Historic Gothic landmark
200-foot climb
Panoramic city views
Free ranger-led tours
Tips
🗼"one of Manhattan's most picturesque architectural monuments" (Landmarks Preservation Commission)
🥾no elevator — prepare for a 200-step climb
🗓️typically open one weekend per month
Highbridge Water Tower
Washington Heights
Parks & GardensParks & GardensClimb 200 steps inside an octagonal Gothic tower for panoramic views that few tourists ever see. Built in 1872 to regulate water pressure for Washington Heights, this beautifully restored granite landmark opens monthly for free ranger-led tours.
Historic Gothic landmark
200-foot climb
Panoramic city views
Free ranger-led tours
Tips
🗼"one of Manhattan's most picturesque architectural monuments" (Landmarks Preservation Commission)
🥾no elevator — prepare for a 200-step climb
🗓️typically open one weekend per month
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