Alhambra Water Tower is a 1924 landmark on Alhambra Circle in Coral Gables, near Miami. Designed by George Fink and Denman Fink, it was built to hide a water tank behind a lighthouse-like exterior. The tower brings together practical infrastructure and Mediterranean Revival-inspired design, with details worth taking in from outside. This is a brief stop for local history, architecture and photographs, not an indoor attraction. Visit on a weekday for a quieter look, or pair it with other Coral Gables sights.
A lighthouse built to conceal a water tank
The Alhambra Water Tower was completed in 1924 for Coral Gables. Designed by George Fink and Denman Fink, it was built around a practical purpose: concealing a water tank. Its exterior takes the form of a lighthouse, though the tower has never stood by the sea.
The structure has two parts. A circular tank made of reinforced cement sits inside an outer wooden frame designed to give the tower its lighthouse appearance. The result brings utility and architectural detail together in a single neighborhood landmark.
Seeing the tower
The tower stands on Alhambra Circle in Coral Gables, at 2000 Alhambra Circle. This is an outdoor visit rather than a tour through the structure, so allow a short stop to view it from outside and notice its details. Greenery around the landmark adds to the quiet feel of the residential setting.
A weekday visit is a practical choice if you want a more peaceful stop. The tower also works as a brief photography stop or as part of a wider visit to Coral Gables; Country Club Prado and the Biltmore Hotel are suggested nearby additions.
FAQ
When was the Alhambra Water Tower built?
It was completed in 1924.
Where is the Alhambra Water Tower?
It is at 2000 Alhambra Circle in Coral Gables, Florida.
Can you go inside the Alhambra Water Tower?
The visit is an outdoor stop. There is no indoor tour.
How much time should you allow?
Plan for about 15 to 30 minutes to view the tower and its surroundings.
