Portland Tower, Manchester

Name: Portland Tower
Address: Manchester, United Kingdom

#407 among attractions in Manchester

Skyscraper, Modernist architecture

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Facts and practical information

Manchester One, formerly known as Portland Tower and previously St. Andrew's House, is a high-rise building in Manchester, England, owned by Bruntwood and let out as office space. The tower is located at 53 Portland Street from which it was named. The tower was one of the first high-rise buildings built in the 1960s and 1970s in the United Kingdom. ()

Completed: 1962 (62 years ago)Floors: 21Coordinates: 53°28'41"N, 2°14'17"W

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City CentreManchester United Kingdom

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Day trips

Portland Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~730 ftW
Prominent paintings and decorative arts
Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester
4 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...
~1390 ftN
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Market Street, Manchester
7 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...
~1540 ftNW
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...
~1060 ftN
Park, Garden
Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester
6 min walk • Piccadilly Gardens is a central hub in the bustling city of Manchester, United Kingdom, offering a verdant escape from the urban sprawl. This park, nestled amongst the city's architectural landmarks and commercial thoroughfares, provides a much-needed green space for...
~1080 ftW
Memorial
Manchester Cenotaph, Manchester
6 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...
~1670 ftN
Shopping, Department store
Afflecks, Manchester
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Manchester's bustling Northern Quarter, Afflecks (formerly known as Affleck's Palace) is an iconic shopping center that embodies the city's vibrant and eclectic spirit. This emporium of eclecticism has been a cornerstone of Manchester's...
~1520 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Cornerhouse, Manchester
8 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.
~410 ftW
Nightlife, Restaurant
Circus Tavern, Manchester
2 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.
~400 ftSW
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.
~1110 ftW
Square
St Peter's Square, Manchester
6 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.
~1610 ftE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Warehouse Project, Manchester
8 min walk • The Warehouse Project is a series of club nights organised in Greater Manchester, England, since 2006. Unlike most other clubs, it has a limited seasonal approach rather than running all year.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Portland Tower?

Nearby attractions include Canal Street, Manchester (2 min walk), Chinatown, Manchester (3 min walk), Portland Street, Manchester (3 min walk), Sackville Gardens, Manchester (4 min walk).

How to get to Portland Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Portland Tower:

Bus

Manchester Central Coach Station • Lines: 336, 422 (1 min walk)
Manchester City Centre, Portland Street / Chinatown • Lines: 15, 33, 33B, 42, 42B, 42C (2 min walk)

Tram

Piccadilly Gardens • Lines: Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, Mcuk, Picc (5 min walk)
St. Peter's Square • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (6 min walk)

Train

Manchester Piccadilly (9 min walk)
Manchester Oxford Road (9 min walk)