Here’s a guide to the best pubs and bars in Manchester - With over five hundred licensed premises in the city centre alone, Manchester must be classed as one of the liveliest nights out in England. There is a wide variety of choice from the traditional city centre pubs to relaxed café bars, gay bars on Cannel Street and the ultra modern bars around the Northern Quarter.

Here are a couple of Manchester favourite bars:

The Northern Quarter Bar is extremely popular at the weekend for good reason; Spreading across two floors the electronic music provides an exciting atmosphere, along with good cocktails and friendly crowd, this is definitely a must visit when in Manchester 

The Odd Bar on Oxford Road, located near the BBC studios and Palace Theatre is a popular place with students and young professional. It’s funky appearance, great atmosphere and friendly staff makes this bar unique.

The Bacchanalia Manchester Bar is situated in a beautiful Tudor house on Chapel Walk which is a stones throw away from Kings Street. The ambience created in this bar makes it perfect for a fruity cocktail or glass of crisp white wine. The rustic look creates a homely feeling and large choice of cocktails, you cannot fail to enjoy yourself.

The Cloud 23 bar located on the 23^rd floor of the Hilton Hotel has impressive views across the city. You can drink fine cocktails whilst admiring the local architecture of the city. This is definitely a must stop for a couple of drink, however there might be a queue at busy times.

Whichever Manchester bars you visit, you will have an excellent time in the rock'n'goal capital of the world!