Mount Street Gardens
A leafy, hushed Mayfair garden on a former burial ground, with plane trees, winding paths and a small horse fountain. Locals use it as a lunchtime bolt-hole just steps from Mount Street's fancy shops.
- Hidden gem
- Price: Free
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Did you know
It was laid out in 1889 over the old burial ground of St George's, Hanover Square, and its bronze drinking fountain of a rearing horse dates from 1891.
Local tip
The gardens are open from 8am until dusk and there are plenty of benches, so it is a good spot for a takeaway lunch.
Finding it
- Address
- Mount Street, Mayfair, London W1K 2TE
- Nearest station
- Bond Street (Elizabeth line), 523 m away
Details change, so check with the place before you set off.
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