St Peter's Square, Manchester

Name: St Peter's Square
Address: Manchester, United Kingdom

#78 among attractions in Manchester

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Facts and practical information

St Peter's Square is a public square in Manchester city centre, England. The north of the square is bounded by Princess Street and the south by Peter Street. To the west of the square is Manchester Central Library, Midland Hotel and Manchester Town Hall Extension. The square is home to the Manchester Cenotaph, the Emmeline Pankhurst statue, and St Peter's Square Metrolink tram stop and incorporates the Peace Garden. In 1819, the area around the square was the site of the Peterloo Massacre. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 53°28'41"N, 2°14'36"W

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City CentreManchester United Kingdom

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St Peter's Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Manchester Art Gallery, Albert Square, Manchester Town Hall, Manchester Cenotaph.

~470 ftNE
Prominent paintings and decorative arts
Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester
3 min walk • The Manchester Art Gallery, nestled in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the city’s rich cultural heritage. This esteemed museum, known for its impressive collection of fine art, craft, and design, is a beacon for art lovers...
~660 ftNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Square
Albert Square, Manchester
4 min walk • Albert Square is a public square situated in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom, renowned for its distinctive architectural heritage and central location. This civic space is framed by a collection of Victorian Gothic buildings, the most prominent being Manchester...
~450 ftNW
Gothic Revival architecture, City hall, Architecture
Manchester Town Hall, Manchester
3 min walk • Manchester Town Hall is the civic heart of the city of Manchester in the United Kingdom, a stunning example of Victorian neo-Gothic architecture that has stood as a symbol of municipal pride since its completion in 1877.
~220 ftN
Memorial
Manchester Cenotaph, Manchester
2 min walk • Manchester Cenotaph is a solemn tribute to the fallen soldiers of World War I, standing as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom. Unveiled in 1924, this war memorial was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, who is renowned for...
~1150 ftSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
6 min walk • Bridgewater Hall stands as a beacon of musical excellence in the bustling city of Manchester, United Kingdom. Opened in 1996, this modern music venue has quickly become one of the most prestigious concert halls in the country, renowned for its exceptional acoustics...
~1050 ftW
Synagogue
Manchester Reform Synagogue, Manchester
6 min walk • Manchester Reform Synagogue, a member of the Movement for Reform Judaism, is one of the oldest Reform Jewish communities in the United Kingdom.
~940 ftNW
Church, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
The Hidden Gem, Manchester
5 min walk • The Hidden Gem, officially St Mary's Catholic Church, is a church on Mulberry Street, Manchester, England. The parish dates back to 1794, with devotion to St Mary, Our Lady of the Assumption, however the church was rebuilt in 1848.
~730 ftE
Nightlife, Restaurant
Circus Tavern, Manchester
4 min walk • The Circus Tavern in Portland Street, Manchester, England, is the smallest public house in the city, with one of the smallest bars in the country. Built in about 1790, it is also one of the oldest pubs in Manchester, although it only became a pub in about 1840.
~920 ftE
Dancing, Nightlife
Cruz 101, Manchester
5 min walk • Cruz 101 is a nightclub and music venue situated in Manchester's Gay Village which is centred on Canal Street, England. It is one of the most popular and longest-running gay clubs in Greater Manchester, often boasting itself as Manchester's Favourite Gay Venue.
~1110 ftSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Manchester Central, Manchester
6 min walk • Manchester Central Convention Complex is an exhibition and conference centre converted from the former Manchester Central railway station in Manchester, England.
~1000 ftW
Church, Bars and clubs, Dance club
Albert Hall, Manchester
5 min walk • The Albert Hall is a music venue in Manchester, England. Built as a Methodist central hall in 1908 by the architect William James Morley of Bradford and built by J. Gerrard & Sons Ltd of Swinton, it has been designated by English Heritage as a Grade II listed building. The main floor was used as a nightclub from 1999 to 2011.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St Peter's Square?

Nearby attractions include Manchester city centre, Manchester (1 min walk), Manchester Cenotaph, Manchester (2 min walk), Manchester Central Library, Manchester (2 min walk), Manchester Town Hall Extension, Manchester (2 min walk).

How to get to St Peter's Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to St Peter's Square:

Tram

St. Peter's Square • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (1 min walk)
Piccadilly Gardens • Lines: Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, Mcuk, Picc (8 min walk)

Bus

Princess Street/Arora Hotel • Lines: X43 (2 min walk)
PRINCESS Street/Chinatown • Lines: 50 (2 min walk)

Train

Manchester Oxford Road (8 min walk)
Deansgate (11 min walk)