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Open spaces nearby
Parks near AO Arena in Manchester
Make the trip to AO Arena easier with 12 parks and open spaces around Manchester. Current options include Cathedral Gardens and Peace Garden. Compare…
Close to AO Arena
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If you arrive early, a nearby park or open space can offer a quieter place to pause before heading to the venue.
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Peace Garden
Peace Garden, 57 Booth Street West, Manchester, M15 6PQ, United Kingdom
Su-Th 12:00-22:00; Fr,Sa 12:00-22:303
Park
Castlefield Viaduct Urban Park
Castlefield Viaduct Urban Park, City Centre, Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
We-Su 10:00-17:004
Park
Gartside Gardens
Gartside Gardens, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Mo-Su dawn-dusk5
Park
Hulme Park
Hulme Park, Hulme, Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Park
Greengate Park
Greengate Park, City Centre, Salford, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Parsonage Gardens
Parsonage Gardens, City Centre, Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Park
Islington Park
Islington Park, Lower Broughton, Salford, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Park
St John's Gardens
St John's Gardens, City Centre, Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Park
Sackville Gardens
Sackville Gardens, City Centre, Manchester, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Before you choose
Access, lighting and closing times can vary, especially after evening events. Check the latest local details before visiting.
Distances are approximate. Opening hours, prices, availability and event-night restrictions can change, so confirm the latest details with the business before you travel.
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