Journey time from ExCeL London: 10-mins
www.theo2.co.ukWelcome to The World's Most Popular Music Venue. The O2 offers a 23,000 seated arena, which has played host to the likes of the Rolling Stones, Prince, Justin Timberlake, the Spice Girls, Barbara Streisand, Bon Jovi and Take That.
The space surrounding the arena is home to a variety of bars, restaurants, The indigO2 (a smaller live music club), an 11-screen cinema and The O2 bubble - home to the British Music Experience.
How do I get there?
From ExCeL London take the DLR to Canning Town and change for Jubilee Line connections to North Greenwich (1-stop).
Watch the video below to see some of the great after hours options available at The O2
The O2 arena
The O2 arena has set a new benchmark in what the fan and the performer can and should expect from a rock or pop concert in the UK. With perfect sight-lines from every angle, crystal clear acoustics, comfy seating, wide concourses between aisles and a huge variety of snack and drink options to enjoy throughout the show. For a list of who's playing at the arena or to book tickets please click here.
indigO2
For those who appreciate their live music in a more intimate environment, indigO2, with its 2350 capacity, is for you. Part-standing and part-amphitheatre style seating (with table service) the venue is sumptuous with plush lounge areas to relax in. A useful 'fast pour' system has also been installed in each bar so you're only ever 7 seconds away from the perfectly chilled pint between songs.
The O2 bubble
British Music Experience - at The O2
"A comprehensive, conceptually flamboyant Wikipedia history of British pop music!" - Observer
"Anyone who likes music will love the British Music Experience" - Heat
The World's only fully interactive exhibition devoted to popular music in Britain.
From Trad Jazz to Happy Hardcore, Bowie's Ziggy outfit to Geri's Union Jack dress, watch, listen, play, sing and dance your way through 60 years of British music history and use your Smarticket to bring it all back home in MyBME and get 3 free songs from the UK iTunes store.
Open 10am - 8pm*, 7 days a week. Book tickets now at www.britishmusicexperience.com, or just rock up!
(*last entry 6:30pm)
Entertainment Avenue - Bars & Restaurants
Along Entertainment Avenue you'll find a variety of bars and restaurants, catering for all tastes, whether you're looking to grab a quick coffee or enjoy a leisurely meal. Dining options include American Bar & Grill, Pizza Express, Thai Silk, Wasabi, Nando's, Zizzi, Frankie & Benny's, Gaucho, Garfunkels, Las Iguanas, GBK and Union Square. For further information and contact details please click here.
Vue Cinema
Enjoy a variety of films at this 11-screen multiplex cinema.
