Manchester is known for its lively culture and vibrant nightlife. Never is this more apparent than on New Year's Eve, when the city truly comes alive. From trendy nightclubs to cosy pubs, you can choose to ring in the New Year at a range of different venues across Manchester. With so many parties to choose from, it's a good idea to do your research ahead of time so you can make the most of your stay in the iconic English city.

To begin, the city of Manchester hosts a fireworks show every New Year's Eve which is best viewed from Hardman Square. The area always fills up quickly with excited tourists and locals wanting to catch the best views of the fireworks, so it's a good idea to arrive early and secure your space among the crowd.

Another option for the night of New Year's Eve is the Spinningfields Ice Rink, where opening hours are extended until midnight so people can ring in the New Year while skating around the ice. The fireworks are perfectly visible from the rink, so skaters are able to participate in the countdown along with the rest of the city. If you wish to do so however, it's more than advisable to book tickets in advance - there's usually a pretty high demand for them!

Aside from these two events, there are a number of bars, restaurants and nightclubs that host New Year's Eve parties across the city. One option is the 'Las Vegas New Year's Eve Ball' hosted by the Lounge 31 nightclub. You might also enjoy the New Year's Eve event hosted by the Joshua Brooks nightclub, one of the city's most popular late-night venues. If you're looking to enjoy a New Year's Eve meal, you can book a table at Henry J Beans, located inside The Printworks. The restaurant/bar offers a dinner menu from 10pm until 3pm.

When planning your visit, you can choose from a range of Manchester Hotels depending on your budget and preferences. Whether you're coming from elsewhere in the UK or from abroad, the city is fairly simple to navigate, even on the busy night of New Year's Eve. Aside from the New Year's festivities, there are a number of other things to see and do in Manchester, including a tour of the famous Old Trafford football arena, seeing a show at the Royal Exchange Theatre and checking out T-Rex fossils at the famous Manchester Museum.

Fiona Roy writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.