Circus Tavern, Manchester

Name: Circus Tavern
Address: 86 Portland Street, Manchester, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 161 236 5818

#67 among attractions in Manchester

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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. The pub is owned by Tetley's, a local brewery, and contains photographs of former Manchester United players who frequented the pub, including George Best. It was listed as a Grade II building in 1994. ()

Coordinates: 53°28'40"N, 2°14'24"W

Address

86 Portland StreetCity CentreManchester United Kingdom

Contact

+44 161 236 5818

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Circus Tavern – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Manchester Art Gallery, Market Street, Spring Gardens, Manchester Town Hall.

~450 ftNW
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...
~1530 ftN
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Market Street, Manchester
8 min walk • Market Street in Manchester, United Kingdom, stands as a bustling hub of commerce and one of the city's prime shopping districts. This vibrant thoroughfare is lined with an array of retail outlets, ranging from high-street favorites to independent boutiques, ensuring...
~1550 ftN
Shopping, Shopping district
Spring Gardens, Manchester
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Manchester's bustling cityscape lies Spring Gardens, an elegant shopping district known for its blend of high-end retailers and bespoke boutiques. This prestigious area is a haven for shoppers seeking quality, luxury, and a touch of Manchester's...
~1050 ftNW
Gothic Revival architecture, City hall, Architecture
Manchester Town Hall, Manchester
6 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.
~740 ftNW
Memorial
Manchester Cenotaph, Manchester
4 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...
~1570 ftSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
8 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...
~1290 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Cornerhouse, Manchester
7 min walk • Cornerhouse was a centre for cinema and the contemporary visual arts next to Oxford Road Station on Oxford Street, Manchester, England which was active from 1985–2015. It had three floors of art galleries, three cinemas, a bookshop, a bar and a café bar.
~240 ftSE
Dancing, Nightlife
Cruz 101, Manchester
2 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.
~730 ftW
Square
St Peter's Square, Manchester
4 min walk • 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.
~940 ftSE
Park
Sackville Gardens, Manchester
5 min walk • Sackville Gardens is a public space in Manchester, England, bounded by Manchester College's Shena Simon Campus on one side and Whitworth Street, Sackville Street and the Rochdale Canal and Canal Street on the others. The land was purchased by Manchester Corporation in 1900 and laid out with walks, lawns and flower beds.
~1000 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Manchester
5 min walk • The Palace Theatre, Manchester, is one of the main theatres in Manchester, England. It is situated on Oxford Street, on the north-east corner of the intersection with Whitworth Street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Circus Tavern?

Nearby attractions include Portland Street, Manchester (1 min walk), Chinatown, Manchester (2 min walk), Cube Gallery, Manchester (2 min walk), Portland Tower, Manchester (2 min walk).

How to get to Circus Tavern by public transport?

The nearest stations to Circus Tavern:

Bus

Manchester City Centre, Princess Street / Major Street • Lines: 42, 42B, 42C (2 min walk)
Manchester City Centre, Portland Street / near Dickinson Street • Lines: 15, 33B, 42, 42B, 42C (2 min walk)

Tram

St. Peter's Square • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (4 min walk)
Piccadilly Gardens • Lines: Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, Mcuk, Picc (6 min walk)

Train

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