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

Reviews and Ratings

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4.4
based on 23,526 reviews
4.4/5 23,526 reviews
Vacha Bhatt
Vacha Bhatt
1 month ago on Google

Amazing!

Matt Rose
Matt Rose
1 month ago on Google

Great night and queues were well managed short enough.

Uli Burton (Uli)
Uli Burton (Uli)
1 month ago on Google

Good venue

Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.