O2 Arena

The O2 is a huge entertainment complex located in southeast London

Fans enjoying a live concert inside London's O2 Arena
Fans enjoying a live concert inside London's O2 Arena cc licensed photo by markhillary

The O2 Arena is an indoor multi-purpose venue with flexible seating that can seat up to 20,000 spectators making it one of Europe's largest indoor arenas. It was also a venue during the 2012 Summer Olympics.

The O2 is much more than just an arena. There are actually multiple venues located under the huge dome of the O2: indigO2 — an intimate music venue, The O2 bubble — an exhibition space, Entertainment Avenue — an area filled with restaurants and bars which is open day and night, and an impressive 22 screen multiplex theatre.

Entertainment events include concerts, comedy, film, theatre, ice shows, reality TV plus Christmas and New Years Celebrations.

Sporting Events held at the O2 include basketball, boxing, gymnastics, ice hockey, tennis and professional wresting. It was also the venue for Olympic gymnastics and basketball finals during the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.

With its giant dome and the 11 protruding cranes that support it, the O2 is also a distintive and highly recognizable London landmark.

For more information about the O2 Arena and its upcoming events visit their official website link below.



Facts For Your Visit

Fee: Yes

O2 Arena Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays

  • Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Address: Peninsula Square, London SE10 0DX, UK

Phone: 020 8463 2000

Official Website: O2 Arena

O2 Arena Reviews

Rated 4.5 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating Great venue. There's a cable car service leading to royal Victoria docks which is a must visit too. The area around the arena is huge and had a bunch of shops, bars and restaurants. The stores inside the arena are huge and there's a wide variety of restaurants and other activities for all age groups. There are bus stops and tube stations for connectivity to different areas, ubers are easily available as well. Highly recommend visiting the arena just for the restaurants and shops, if not an event.
Akshath Gupta - 2 weeks ago

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4 Star Rating Lovely arena with a fantastic atmosphere and a wonderful show. I visited in July 2026 and had a great experience overall, which is why I’m giving it 4 stars. The only downside was the seating. The chairs were quite uncomfortable, and after sitting through a long performance, I was left with back pain and stiffness. Considering the price of the tickets, I think more comfortable seating would make a huge difference to the overall experience. Aside from that, everything else was excellent, and I would happily visit again.
Ree.belle556 - 2 weeks ago

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3 Star Rating We attended Young Voices at The O2 and it was genuinely one of the most uplifting and well-run events I have experienced. From start to finish, the organisation was excellent. The scale of the production was breathtaking, the sound and visuals were spot on, and seeing thousands of children perform together with such confidence and joy was incredibly moving. The atmosphere inside the arena was electric and emotional in the best possible way. It felt safe, inclusive, inspiring, and very professionally managed. A huge credit to the Young Voices team and everyone involved in making this happen. That said, there is one area that really needs attention, especially for an event aimed at families and schools. The cost of food and drinks inside the venue is extremely high. £11 for popcorn, £18 for a slice of pizza, and eye-watering prices for drinks make it very difficult for families, particularly those attending with children, to manage the evening without feeling financially stretched. When you have thousands of parents and young people attending, affordability matters. This level of pricing takes away from an otherwise brilliant experience. Young Voices is about inclusion, community, and giving children a moment they will remember forever. Making food and drink more reasonably priced would go a long way in ensuring families can fully enjoy the night without stress. Overall, an unforgettable evening, inspiring, joyful, and beautifully executed. With more family-friendly pricing, it would be close to perfect.
Ameera Marshall - 6 months ago

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5 Star Rating I had a great experience at the O2. I went to a concert and sat in the Barclays Clubhouse. The 2 ladies behind the bar that looked after us, we're superb! Super helpful and very kind, chatting to us and explaining in detail about our ticket package. They helped make the experience even better! I'd absolutely go back to this lounge and the O2. It's of eateries around and plenty if shopping to be done!
April - a month ago

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Directions

Tube Line Nearest Station Walking Time
Jubilee LineNorth Greenwich Station1 MInute

How to get to O2 Arena by Tube

From North Greenwich Station exit walk towards north. You are pretty much there as soon as you exit the station.

The O2 Arena is also well serviced by the Thames Clippers which offer both express and regular service between Central London and the O2. This is a comfortable and convenient option that takes less than 45 minutes (30 minutes for express service) from Central London. For more information about River Bus service to the O2 see: London River Bus

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