Invercargill's Water Tower, probably the City's best-known landmark, is situated on Reserve land on the south-west corner of Queens Drive and Gala Street - the highest point on the Town Belt of the original town of Invercargill.

This 42.5m high city landmark in red brick was completed in 1889 to the design of William Sharp, a former civil engineer for the Public Works Department. On top is a water tank which has a capacity of 297,000 litres. The Tower is considered a unique example of Victorian architecture and has been classified by the New Zealand Historic Places Trust.

The Water Tower still performs one essential duty in that the water in the tank provides enough pressure in the water mains within the City should the electric power supply to the pumps be interrupted unexpectedly.

Make the trek up the 112 steps inside the Tower to get a fantastic view over the city.
Public access is available on Sundays and statutory holidays between 1.30 - 4.30pm.
Access at other times may be arranged by phoning +64 3 218 6259.
Cost of admission: Adults $2.00, Children $1.00
(Note: The stairs were made for worksmen and are very steep)