AO Arena in Manchester: photos, reviews

About

AO Arena stands as one of Manchester's premier venues for large-scale events, from electrifying concerts to riveting sports matches. Designed by renowned architect Dan Meis and opened in 1995, this arena boasts a capacity of 21,000, offering great views from any seat thanks to its thoughtful layout. Visitors often praise the venue's excellent acoustics, courtesy of a state-of-the-art Dolby sound system that enhances every performance. Clean and well-managed facilities, including garage and paid parking options, ensure a comfortable experience. The professional and friendly staff add a welcoming touch, making the 2-3 hour recommended visit time a truly memorable outing.

Recommended visit time

2-3 hours

Features

Payment by credit card, Garage parking, Paid parking, Payment by debit card, NFC payment, Wheelchair accessible parking, Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Toilet

4.4

based on 23,526 reviews

Google

4.4/5 23,526 reviews

Vacha Bhatt

Amazing!

Matt Rose

Great night and queues were well managed short enough.

Uli Burton (Uli)

Good venue

What is the address of AO Arena?
AO Arena is located at Victoria Station Approach, Hunts Bank, M3 1AR, Manchester, Cheetham Hill, United Kingdom.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Chapel Street (Stop Nl) (197 m walk)
- Bus stop Trinity Way (203 m walk)
- Tram stop Victoria (145 m walk)
- Train station Manchester Victoria (116 m walk)
How is AO Arena rated by visitors?
AO Arena has an average rating of 4.4 based on 23,526 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
How long should visitors plan to stay at the venue?
Visitors usually spend between 2 and 3 hours.

AO Arena in Manchester

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