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Radio City Tower

About

Radio City Tower, officially known as St John’s Beacon, is one of Liverpool’s most distinctive landmarks, rising 138 metres above the city centre. Completed in 1969 and designed by James A. Roberts Associates, its sleek, space-age form was originally home to a luxury revolving restaurant and observation platform. In 2000, it became the base for Radio City and its sister stations, cementing its place in the city’s media and cultural life. The tower’s observation deck offers panoramic 360-degree views across Liverpool, the River Mersey, the Wirral, and, on clear days, as far as the Welsh mountains. A Grade II listed structure, it stands as a testament to the optimism and modernist vision of its era, while remaining a focal point of the skyline. Today, it continues to attract visitors for its unique perspective on the city and its enduring role as a symbol of Liverpool’s energy and ambition.

Liverpool United Kingdom

Location

Radio City Tower, also known as St John's Beacon, is located at 1 Houghton Street in central Liverpool, L1 1RL. It stands close to the Playhouse Theatre and is adjacent to the Rapid Discount Store, with the entrance also accessible via signs in St Johns Shopping Centre. The tower is a prominent landmark near Liverpool's bustling city centre, offering panoramic 360-degree views from its observation gallery. Nearby attractions include the Liverpool Playhouse Theatre, the vibrant Bold Street with its cafes and shops, and close access to Liverpool’s main shopping and cultural districts. The tower's central location puts it within walking distance of the Cavern Quarter, Liverpool ONE shopping centre, and the historic waterfront.

Radio City Tower

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