The Victoria Gardens, including bandstand and Victoria Monument erected in 1887, are located in the centre of Harrogate opposite the railway station and provide visitors to the town with a small oasis in which to relax and enjoy seasonal floral displays (and the occasional brass band concert). The four storey Victoria Gardens Shopping Centre was opened in November 1992 on the grounds of the old covered market hall and was inspired by Palladio’s Basilica at Vicenza. A new market hall is now located on the lower floor. The remaining floors offer a wide and varied range of shops and boutiques.
