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Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Overview
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.
What's included
Exclusive NYC Water Tower Tours Map for continued exploration
Guided walking tour
What to expect
The High Line
1h
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
30m
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.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Please meet your guide on the High Line at 23rd street. Go up the stairs and look for the "NYC Water Tower Tours" sign.
End point
The tour ends on the corner of 8th Avenue and 33rd Street outside of the Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Stration.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
