{"id":77010,"date":"2026-03-27T03:50:30","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T00:50:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tiktik-online.co.il\/guides\/o2-arena-london\/"},"modified":"2026-09-28T13:35:38","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T10:35:38","slug":"o2-arena-london","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tiktik-online.co.il\/en\/guides\/o2-arena-london\/","title":{"rendered":"O2 Arena London guide \u2014 concerts, tickets and tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>The O2 Arena in London is the largest indoor arena in Britain, with a capacity of up to 20,000 people for concerts and up to 23,000 with a standing floor.<\/strong> If you're planning to attend a show by Adele, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktik-online.co.il\/en\/bands\/%d7%93%d7%a8%d7%99%d7%99%d7%a7-%d7%94%d7%95%d7%a4%d7%a2%d7%95%d7%aa-%d7%95%d7%9b%d7%a8%d7%98%d7%99%d7%a1%d7%99%d7%9d\/\">Drake<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktik-online.co.il\/en\/bands\/%d7%98%d7%99%d7%99%d7%9c%d7%95%d7%a8-%d7%a1%d7%95%d7%95%d7%99%d7%a4%d7%98-%d7%94%d7%95%d7%a4%d7%a2%d7%95%d7%aa-%d7%95%d7%9b%d7%a8%d7%98%d7%99%d7%a1%d7%99%d7%9d\/\">Taylor Swift<\/a>, or a sports event like the ATP Finals or UFC \u2014 this guide will prepare you for the perfect experience.<\/p>\n<h1>Basic Facts \u2014 The O2 Arena by the Numbers<\/h1>\n<div class=\"info-box\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20,000 (concerts), up to 23,000 with a full standing floor<\/li>\n<li><strong>Opened:<\/strong> 2007 (the dome itself \u2014 the Millennium Dome \u2014 was built in 1999)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong> Greenwich Peninsula, SE10 0DX, southeast London<\/li>\n<li><strong>Official name:<\/strong> The O2 (sponsorship by O2 Telef\u00f3nica)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Structure:<\/strong> The iconic white dome with 12 yellow masts (360 meters in diameter)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ranking:<\/strong> the world's leading concert arena \u2014 more tickets have been sold here than anywhere else in the world<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>The O2 Arena isn't just a concert venue \u2014 it's a whole entertainment complex. Around the arena you'll find restaurants, caf\u00e9s, a cinema, a music museum, and even climbing on the dome itself (Up at the O2).<\/p>\n<h2>How do you get to the O2 Arena?<\/h2>\n<p>The O2 is excellently accessible by public transport \u2014 in fact, it's one of the most accessible spots in London for entertainment events.<\/p>\n<h3>Underground \u2014 the best way<\/h3>\n<div class=\"info-box\">\n<p><strong>The Jubilee line to North Greenwich station \u2014 the train stops right outside the entrance to the O2.<\/strong> Central London (Westminster, Waterloo) \u2014 about 20 minutes. From London Bridge \u2014 10 minutes. From Canary Wharf \u2014 only 4 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>The station is directly connected to the dome \u2014 no walking outside.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Thames Clipper \u2014 the scenic way<\/h3>\n<p>A river boat (Thames Clippers) from Embankment, Waterloo Pier, Tower Pier \u2014 about 30\u201345 minutes. Very convenient after a show in summer. A great option if you want to experience the River Thames. Price: about \u00a38.<\/p>\n<h3>Emirates Air Line \u2014 cable car<\/h3>\n<p>From Royal Docks (DLR line to Royal Victoria station, then the Emirates Air Line) \u2014 an unusual route with an amazing view. Takes longer but worth the experience.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you get there from central London?<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Jubilee Underground line from Westminster \/ Bond Street \/ Waterloo \u2014 direct to North Greenwich (~20 min)<\/li>\n<li>Thames Clipper from Embankment Pier \u2014 scenic and enjoyable (~35 min)<\/li>\n<li>DLR + Emirates Air Line from Bank\/Canary Wharf \u2014 a unique experience (~30 min)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Travel Tips<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Oyster \/ contactless card \u2014 saves time and money<\/li>\n<li>After a show, North Greenwich is very crowded \u2014 consider the Thames Clipper as an alternative<\/li>\n<li>Parking is available (O2 Car Park) but expensive at \u00a320\u2013\u00a330 and crowded \u2014 not recommended<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Seating Map \u2014 Where to Sit?<\/h2>\n<p>The O2 Arena is divided into main zones for concerts:<\/p>\n<h3>Floor Standing<\/h3>\n<p>Closest to the stage, the most intense experience. Arrive early to be in the front rows. Not for everyone \u2014 standing for 3\u20134 hours, high density. Recommended for anyone who wants the full experience of the show.<\/p>\n<h3>Lower Tier \u2014 Blocks 101\u2013118<\/h3>\n<p>Around the floor, there are seats. Blocks 101\u2013106 and 113\u2013118 are the frontmost (facing the stage). 107\u2013112 and behind them \u2014 still a good view. This is the most popular area for most concerts.<\/p>\n<h3>Upper Tier \u2014 Blocks 401\u2013420<\/h3>\n<p>The top tier \u2014 a full panoramic view. The price is lower but there's a sense of distance from the stage. However, at the O2, because of the enclosed shape, the sound is excellent here too. Recommended for sports events (NBA, UFC, darts).<\/p>\n<div class=\"info-box\">\n<p><strong>Recommendation for Israelis:<\/strong> For a big concert (Taylor Swift, Adele, Drake) \u2014 Floor Standing for the experience, Lower Tier blocks 103\u2013105 for comfort with an excellent view. For sports events \u2014 the Upper Tier allows a view of the whole arena.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Tickets for the O2 Arena \u2014 What to Know<\/h2>\n<p>Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster UK by default. O2 Priority \u2014 O2 mobile (Telef\u00f3nica) customers get early access to purchase, sometimes 48 hours before general sale.<\/p>\n<p>At <a href=\"\/en\/tickets\/\">TikTik<\/a> You'll find <strong>guaranteed tickets<\/strong> for the O2 Arena \u2014 including shows that are officially sold out.<\/p>\n<h2>Food and Restaurants at the O2 and Around It<\/h2>\n<p>One of the O2's great strengths is the restaurant complex surrounding it \u2014 <strong>20+ restaurants and caf\u00e9s<\/strong> right inside the complex:<\/p>\n<div class=\"info-box\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Wagamama<\/strong> \u2014 Asian noodles, perfect before a show<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nando's<\/strong> \u2014 Portuguese chicken, reasonably priced<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pizza Express<\/strong> \u2014 classic pizza, convenient location<\/li>\n<li><strong>Five Guys<\/strong> \u2014 premium burgers<\/li>\n<li><strong>Crabbie's Bar<\/strong> \u2014 a seafood bar near the entrance<\/li>\n<li><strong>Starbucks, Costa, Pret A Manger<\/strong> \u2014 for coffee and a quick snack<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Arrive an hour and a half before the show and eat in the complex \u2014 the restaurants are busy but worth the wait. Inside the arena itself, prices are higher.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Further Activities at the O2 Complex<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Up at the O2<\/strong> \u2014 a guided climb over the top of the dome (\u00a338\u2013\u00a348 per person). An amazing view of London from above, a unique experience. Recommended to do the day before the show.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cineworld at the O2<\/strong> \u2014 an IMAX cinema and one of London's biggest screens<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oxygen Freejumping<\/strong> \u2014 a trampoline park inside the dome<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boom Battle Bar<\/strong> \u2014 a games bar (axe throwing, karaoke, pool)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Major Events at the O2 Arena 2025\u20132026<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>ATP Finals (tennis) \u2014 November 2025<\/li>\n<li>NBA London Game \u2014 January 2026<\/li>\n<li>UFC Fight Night \u2014 dates vary<\/li>\n<li>Shows \u2014 check Ticketmaster UK for the full list<\/li>\n<li>Darts World Championship (Alexandra Palace \u2014 not the O2, but nearby)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Special Tips for Israelis at the O2 Arena<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Shows start on time<\/strong> \u2014 unlike in Israel, the British are punctual. The show starts exactly at the time listed. Arrive on time!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Floor Standing \u2014 arrive early<\/strong> \u2014 to be in the front rows, you need to be there at least an hour before the doors open<\/li>\n<li><strong>Digital tickets<\/strong> \u2014 download the app (Ticketmaster) before the trip. Wi-Fi at the entrance isn't always fast<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weather<\/strong> \u2014 the O2 is completely covered, so clothing doesn't matter weather-wise. But for getting there outdoors \u2014 bring a coat<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cloakroom<\/strong> \u2014 coat and bag storage is available inside the arena, \u00a33\u2013\u00a35 per item<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Hotels Near the O2 Arena<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info-box\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>InterContinental London \u2013 The O2:<\/strong> A 5-star hotel right in the O2 building. \u00a3200\u2013\u00a3400, a pool and an amazing view over the Thames<\/li>\n<li><strong>Novotel London Greenwich:<\/strong> 4 stars, a 10-minute walk, \u00a3130\u2013\u00a3200<\/li>\n<li><strong>Premier Inn North Greenwich:<\/strong> Budget-friendly and reliable, a 5-minute walk, \u00a380\u2013\u00a3120<\/li>\n<li><strong>ibis London Greenwich:<\/strong> Cheap and central, \u00a370\u2013\u00a3100<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>An excellent alternative: a hotel in Canary Wharf (10 minutes by train) \u2014 more choices and varied prices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>After the O2, consider also checking out<a href=\"\/en\/guides\/wembley-stadium\/\">the Wembley Stadium guide<\/a> for football matches in London, and check out<a href=\"\/en\/sport-news\/\">our sports news<\/a> for ongoing updates.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions \u2014 O2 Arena London<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-section\">\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3>What are the best seats for a concert at the O2 Arena?<\/h3>\n<p>It depends on the style you're looking for. For the experience closest to the artist \u2014 <strong>Floor Standing<\/strong> (standing), but it requires arriving early. For comfort with an excellent view \u2014 <strong>Lower Tier blocks 103\u2013106<\/strong> (facing the stage) are the preferred option. The Upper Tier offers a panoramic view at a lower price \u2014 great for sports events. Avoid Lower Tier blocks 112\u2013118 if the stage is positioned on one side.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3>How early do you need to arrive at the O2 Arena?<\/h3>\n<p>For big concerts with Floor Standing \u2014 arrive at least <strong>an hour before doors open<\/strong> (usually 2 hours before the show). For seated events \u2014 45\u201360 minutes is enough. Arrive earlier if you want to eat at the complex's restaurants \u2014 90 minutes before. The door-opening time is stated on the ticket.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3>Is there good food inside the O2?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes \u2014 the O2 complex has more than 20 restaurants and caf\u00e9s, including Wagamama, Nando's, Pizza Express, Five Guys, and more. It's recommended to eat there before entering the arena. Inside the arena itself there are stalls with fast food and drinks \u2014 higher prices (beer \u00a37\u2013\u00a39, a meal \u00a312\u2013\u00a316).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3>Is the O2 Arena close to central London?<\/h3>\n<p>The O2 is located in Greenwich Peninsula, southeast London \u2014 about 20 minutes by Jubilee Underground line from Westminster. It's not exactly \u201ccentral\u201d, but accessibility is excellent. North Greenwich station is right at the entrance to the complex, so there's no walking outside. From London Bridge \u2014 only 10 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3>Is there luggage storage at the O2 Arena?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, there's a <strong>Cloakroom<\/strong> cloakroom inside the arena \u2014 storage of coats, bags, and more at \u00a33\u2013\u00a35 per item. Bag policy: bags up to A4 size are allowed in for free. Larger bags require storage. It's recommended not to bring suitcases to the event.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The comprehensive guide to the O2 Arena London \u2014 the largest arena in Britain with 20,000 seats. 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