# Highland Park Water Tower > Tall water tower with 151 steps offers panoramic views of Minneapolis, St. Paul, and surrounding landmarks. Platforms include chairs for resting during the climb, making the ascent manageable. Access is limited to twice a year, creating a quiet, scenic experience with historical significance. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/HighlandParkWaterTower - Address: 782 Snelling Ave S, St Paul, Minnesota, United States - Phone: +16512666350 - Website: https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/water-services/highland-tower ## What it is good for - Nice View — 10/10 - Historical Sites — 10/10 - Scenic Views — 10/10 ## What people say - "The scenic views of the Twin Cities from the water tower are amazing." - "The nice view of the Twin Cities is amazing from the water tower." - "The historical sites offer amazing, scenic views of the Twin Cities." ## Good to know - The Highland Water Tower opens to the public only twice a year, in July and October. - Visitors can climb 151 steps to reach the observation deck for scenic views. - Expect long lines during open days; arrive early to secure your spot. - Parking is available nearby, making access convenient for visitors. - The visit typically lasts around 30 to 40 minutes, including the climb. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.