Manchester nightspots

Ark is a canal side venue that offers good food and music in sophisticated surroundings. Located in the fashionable Deansgate Lock area, this bar puts on live music and DJ sets from the afternoon onwards for a party vibe. It's within easy reach of several other bars in Manchester's Deansgate area.

Cane & Grain is a haven for hipsters, with its shabby-chic style drawing style tips from the 80s skater scene. Offering up a huge selection of food and drinks, the objectively cool joint specialises in a huge selection of bourbon, craft beer and succulent ribs. Known for great music and friendly patrons, reasonable drink prices, delicious food and a city centre location make it the perfect addition to any night.

Take in panoramic views of Manchester at Cloud 23 from the 23rd floor of the city’s tallest building, Beetham Tower. The floor to ceiling windows offer breathtaking views across the whole of the city and you can even see straight down through the glass-floored section, for a bird’s eye view on the street directly below. Ensure a table by booking a few weeks in advance, but with fabulous afternoon tea and exceptional cocktails, it’s an experience worth the wait.

Dirty Martini offers a relaxed atmosphere by day and a party vibe by night. Located on Manchester's Peter Street, the sophisticated décor includes art deco furniture and low-level lighting. The extensive drinks menu is a guaranteed talking point and with a wide choice of food on offer, this glamourous venue is sure to impress. There’s also private areas for parties and banquets.

Known as Manchester's original Irish bar - O'Neill's Printworks offers a uniquely Irish experience without leaving the British borders. Located in the city's trendy paperwork building, it's a great spot for enjoying a perfectly poured Guinness or a traditional Irish Whisky. Plus, you can lift your spirits by listening to some live music or watching top sporting events on the flat-screen TVs.

Set in Manchester's converted railway arches, Revolution Deansgate Locks features five well-stocked bars, a dedicated restaurant section and a laidback lounge area so that guests can enjoy the seasonal food menu and varied drinks list in comfortable and stylish surroundings.

In the heart of the city centre, close to all the major shopping outlets, Revolution Parsonage Gardens offers a laidback dining spot by day and an energetic atmosphere by night. The bar serves up a huge selection of premium spirits, fine wines and hand-crafted cocktails, as well as myriad beers and ciders.

This atmospheric cellar bar is Bavarian-themed, complete with German beer and food, wooden bench seating, and an oompah band, right in the heart of Manchester's ultra-trendy Printworks. The Bierkeller just a few minutes' walk away from the Manchester Victoria rail link and the Shudehill Metrolink.

The Liars Club will transport you far from Back Bridge Street to the beaches of the Caribbean. The tropical hideaway is dark and atmospheric, featuring Polynesian decor and a chilled out playlist of reggae, afro beats, hip-hop and more. The creative and exotic cocktail menu has plenty of rum plus sharing cocktails can be served in anything from elaborate volcanoes to pineapples and coconut shells.

Located in the popular Printworks development is a large Australian-themed bar with 60-inch sports screens showing live sporting action plus a 10-screen video wall showing beach-themed imagery. Walkabout makes a lively venue in the evening, with state-of-the-art AV equipment and private VIP areas.