Swansea Arena | Arena Abertawe

First time visiting Swansea Arena and it was impressive. The architecture/lighting outside is lovely, especially teamed up with the lit up connecting bridge across to the City centre. On entry there is a scanner and you are asked to put your bags through a separate one. Staff were friendly and did check my bag too. The foyer has plenty of signage and staff to help you navigate the building. The lift to the front of the building did not seem to be working, and I noticed a lady on crutches having to navigate to another entry to get in though. There are bars u0026 toilets on all levels. I visited the lower level and there was also a stand selling food as well which consisted of chips and Mac and cheese with a variety of toppings. There’s some seating around the foyers to enjoy drinks/food. I didn’t have anything -the prices were quite steep. The arena is really impressive with good pitch on seating. The seats are not as comfortable as the ones over at Cardiff Millennium Centre but still were ok for the length of the performance. The sound and lighting were excellent for the show (Will Young) . The seat I had (A39) provided an amazing view. The only grumble I had wasn’t with the venue but some of the audience filming the show on their phones with their torch/flashes on and also putting their rubbish/drinks all over the floor which was frustrating for those around them. Otherwise it was an excellent show.

Went Hollywood vampires great night but support band weren't very good. Some People very rude pushing through to get closer to stage will definitely book seats next time

Great venue. I was there for a Graduation ceremony. They do have lots of different shows and events there. Just be aware that the car park underneath is very expensive!!

What à lovely new venue! Superb view from any seat. Major problem with seating though. The seats were small and very close together making it feel claustrophobic. There was very little leg room, I am a short 5'2 lady and my knees and feet were touching the seat in front. Both gentlemen next to me (neither being particularly tall) had to sit with their legs apart to fit in making even less room for the people sitting either side of them. This should really been thought about during design stage. I was only sat for under 2 hours in total but I was quite glad to get up and leave.

Very organised entry and exit from the building, helpful staff. Went for a graduation ceremony Swansea university. Bar was open . Great areas for taking photos in the mortarboard and gowns. close to the waterfront museum

Amazing building, friendly helpful staff!! Went to see a relaxed viewing they had thought about everything and couldn't recommend it enough really felt relaxed about my child being herself. Even have a room for them to chill out in !! Totally amazing