Friday, 2 October 2026 · 18:00
Where to park for Simple Plan at O2 Apollo Manchester
Simple Plan plays O2 Apollo Manchester. Compare mapped parking around the venue and check recent driver-reported availability in Parkwise before travelling.
Three mapped options for Simple Plan
Parkwise locations with walking times from the O2 Apollo. Tap a numbered pin or list card for details.
108 locations mappedO2 Apollo Official Car Park (Hyde Road)
Official venue parkingCar Park · Ardwick
- Type
- Car Park
- Price
- Paid · £10 flat · cash only
- Max stay
- Event nights
- Hours
- Opens 1h before doors
- Operator
- O2 Apollo Manchester
- Distance
- 59 m from the venue
- Address
- Hyde Road, Ardwick, Manchester M12 6AJ
Good to know
- • The smaller official venue car park on the Hyde Road side, with the venue's accessible bays (first come, first served). Supervised on event nights; cash only
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Why these work for Simple Plan
1 · Official venue parking
O2 Apollo Official Car Park (Hyde Road). The official venue option, around a one-minute walk from the doors. The published rate is £10 flat · cash only. Confirm the latest details with O2 Apollo Manchester before travelling. Hours: Opens 1h before doors. Max stay: Event nights.
2 · Park once in Piccadilly
Sheffield Street Car Park. A park-once option nearby, around an 11-minute walk to the venue. The published rate is £6.90/8h · £9.60/day. Confirm the latest details with Manchester City Council before travelling. Hours: 24 hour access. Max stay: Until close.
3 · 11-minute walk
The Pitch car park. An alternative car park, around an 11-minute walk to the venue. Paid parking — check the operator for current rates.
Before Simple Plan takes the stage
Hotels, food and things to do around the O2 Apollo.
Piccadilly neighbourhood
A vibrant cultural and entertainment district just south of the venue, with bars, independent restaurants, and street markets. Perfect for a pre-show or post-show wander.
- Our favourite
Whitworth Art Gallery
A world-class art museum with free entry, just a short walk from the O2 Apollo. Ideal if you're arriving early and want to fill time before your event.
Manchester Museum
Located in the nearby University district, this museum offers free admission and an impressive collection spanning natural history, world cultures, and contemporary art.
Independent cafes and restaurants on Ardwick Green
Local coffee shops, casual dining, and neighbourhood gems in the immediate area. Arrive early and settle in with a bite before heading into the venue.
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Parking tips for Simple Plan
The O2 Apollo Official Car Park accepts cash only, so have change ready if you choose that option.
Piccadilly nearby has food, drink, and shops if you want to arrive early and settle in before the show.
Check the Parkwise app before you travel to see where other drivers have recently found parking.
Plan to arrive with enough time to walk from your car and get through the venue entrance unhurried.
Once parked, submit a quick report in the app — it takes seconds and helps the next driver heading to the O2 Apollo.
Check the latest reports before you leave
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This page was designed as a practical guide to parking around the O2 Apollo. For a more up-to-date picture before you travel, open Parkwise for the full searchable map, useful filters and recent availability reports shared by drivers nearby.
Simple Plan parking questions
What's the closest parking to the O2 Apollo?
The O2 Apollo Official Car Park is on Hyde Road, about a 1-minute walk from the venue. It's a dedicated car park run by the venue itself and takes cash only.
Are there other car parks nearby?
Yes. Sheffield Street Car Park in Piccadilly is an 11-minute walk away. The Pitch car park in Ardwick is also nearby. You'll find street parking options and additional car parks mapped across the area in the Parkwise app.
How do I check if there's parking available?
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before you set off. This gives you a real sense of where others have recently found space in the area.
What time should I arrive to park?
Aim to arrive with enough time to find a space and walk to the venue before the event start at 18:00. This depends on how busy the area is on the day — the Parkwise app can help you judge based on recent reports before you travel.
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