Mount Street Gardens — Attraction in London

Tucked behind red-brick mansions and just steps from the bustle of Mayfair lies one of my favourite secret spots in London, Mount Street Gardens. It is a secluded and beautifully maintained retreat, peaceful, shaded, and quietly elegant. What makes it unique is not just the tranquillity, but the sense of layered history. Once a burial ground for a Victorian workhouse, it was transformed in the late 19th century into a public garden. And for those interested in rare plants, the gardens are also home to a surprisingly diverse collection of rare and exotic plants, thanks to the sheltered microclimate created by surrounding buildings. You'll spot palms, tree ferns, and unusual evergreens that wouldn’t survive in most London parks. Simply a quiet horticultural curiosity hidden in plain sight. Overlooking it all is the striking Jesuit Church of the Immaculate Conception, whose Gothic spire and mellow bells add both drama and calm...also worth visiting and like the park, well worth...

Bit of a hidden treasure in central london/Mayfair. While everyone is sunning themselves in Hyde park or the small parks in the area I will be here getting some sun and listening to the birds.

The fountain with the lion heads is unfortunately not original due to the fact the original ones were stolen many moons ago.

A well landscaped park/garden with nice flowers and plenty of seating/benches.

Good bird life and a few even more hidden areas that I use to play in as a kid.

It connects to the primary school so on a school day it gets loud and hectic which is annoying but hey.

Connects to two churches which are really beautiful on the inside and worth checking out even if you’re...

Absolutely a-w-e-s-o-m-e. A hidden gem in Mayfair. This quiet park/garden is a great place to sit and relax. Its tranquillity is in contrast with the busy surrounding. It is enclosed by buildings so it is a bit difficult to spot, but this is what adds to its charm, that wherever you look you are surrounded by great architecture. Ample seating is provided in the area. The church on its corner is also a very impressive and...