St John's Gardens, Manchester

Name: St John's Gardens
Address: Lower Byrom Street, Manchester, M3 4AP, United Kingdom

#160 among attractions in Manchester

Park, Relax in park, Garden

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St John's Gardens in central Manchester, England, lies between Lower Byrom Street, Byrom Street and Quay Street. Previously occupied by St John's Church and its graveyard between 1769 and 1931, the site was redeveloped into a formal garden in 1932. It contains a central memorial to the church and those buried in its graveyard, whose tombstones have been covered over by 18 inches of soil except for that of John Owens, founder of Owen's College. ()

Elevation: 121 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 53°28'40"N, 2°15'11"W

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Lower Byrom StreetCity CentreManchester M3 4AP United Kingdom

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St John's Gardens – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Deansgate, Museum of Science and Industry, Quay Street, Mamucium.

~670 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping district
Deansgate, Manchester
4 min walk • Deansgate is a bustling artery in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom, known for its vibrant shopping district. Cutting through the city center, Deansgate offers a mix of high-street and designer stores, making it a premier destination for both locals and tourists...
~690 ftSW
History in an 1830 railway station
Museum of Science and Industry, Manchester
4 min walk • The Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester is a beacon of innovation and history, located in the heart of the city's historic Castlefield district. Housed in the former Liverpool Road railway station, the world's oldest surviving terminal railway station, the...
~360 ftNE
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Quay Street, Manchester
2 min walk • Quay Street, nestled in the bustling heart of Manchester, United Kingdom, is a vibrant shopping district that offers both locals and tourists a unique blend of retail experiences. Known for its diverse range of shops, Quay Street is a hub for those seeking fashion...
~1120 ftS
Remains of an ancient Roman fort
Mamucium, Manchester
6 min walk • Mamucium, also known as Manchester Roman Fort, stands as a testament to the rich historical tapestry of Manchester, United Kingdom. Established around AD 79, this ancient fortification was built by the Romans during their occupation of Britain.
~1280 ftN
Museum, History museum
People's History Museum, Manchester
7 min walk • The People's History Museum stands as a testament to the vibrant social history of the working people in the United Kingdom. Situated in the heart of Manchester, this national museum is dedicated to documenting, interpreting, and celebrating the lives of ordinary...
~1060 ftSE
47-floor skyscraper with a hotel
Cloud 23, Manchester
6 min walk • Beetham Tower is a 47-storey mixed use skyscraper in Manchester, England. Completed in 2006, it is named after its developers, the Beetham Organisation, and was designed by SimpsonHaugh and Partners.
~1130 ftE
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.
~1390 ftW
Bridge
Ordsall Chord, Manchester
7 min walk • Ordsall Chord, also known as the Castlefield Curve, is a short railway line in Ordsall, Salford, England, which links Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Oxford Road to Manchester Victoria, designed to increase capacity and reduce journey times into and through Manchester.
~1300 ftSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Manchester Central, Manchester
7 min walk • Manchester Central Convention Complex is an exhibition and conference centre converted from the former Manchester Central railway station in Manchester, England.
~1230 ftNE
Neo-gothic landmark with rare books
John Rylands Research Institute and Library, Manchester
6 min walk • The John Rylands Research Institute and Library is a late-Victorian neo-Gothic building on Deansgate in Manchester, England. It serves as part of the University of Manchester.
~1110 ftE
Church, Bars and clubs, Dance club
Albert Hall, Manchester
6 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 John's Gardens?

Nearby attractions include St John's Church, Manchester (1 min walk), Quay Street, Manchester (2 min walk), Manchester Opera House, Manchester (3 min walk), Granada Studios, Manchester (3 min walk).

How to get to St John's Gardens by public transport?

The nearest stations to St John's Gardens:

Bus

Lower Byrom Street/Quay Street • Lines: 2 (peak) (2 min walk)
Quay Street/Deansgate • Lines: 2, 2 (peak) (3 min walk)

Tram

Deansgate-Castlefield • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Dean, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (7 min walk)
St. Peter's Square • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (11 min walk)

Train

Deansgate (7 min walk)
Salford Central (10 min walk)