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The 02 London | History, Highlights & More

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Also Known As

The O2 Arena

Founded On

2003

Founded By

Richard Rogers

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The Millennium Dome Millennium Way, London SE10 0BB, UK

RECOMMENDED DURATION

5+ hours

Timings

10am–10pm

VISITORS PER YEAR

8900000

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EXPECTED WAIT TIME - STANDARD

2+ hours (Peak), 30-60 mins (Off Peak)

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Unlike most roof climbs, Up at The O2 ascends the O2's signature white fabric membrane, making it feel like you're walking on air.

Originally named the Millennium Dome, The O2 was constructed to mark the turn of the millennium.

Holding the title of the largest domed structure globally, The O2 boasts a monumental diameter of 365 meters, making it an architectural marvel and an iconic London landmark.

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The O2 London highlights

The O2 Arena

The O2 Arena is quite famous as it is the first American-style multi-purpose stadium in London that can hold 15,000 people. It is also the second-largest stadium in the UK and the busiest music arena in the world. Several events have been held here and the arena has been designed so that everyone gets a good view of the event.

About the O2 Arena

indigo at The O2

With a capacity of 2,700 people, indigo at The O2 is a venue for live music and smaller club events. There are four bars, a VIP area, and a stage at this club venue. You can get the best seats to the events at Kings Row which gives a better view than the VIP area as well.

Up at The O2

Up at The O2, opened in 2012, is an expedition across the O2’s roof that can be completed with a 90-minute walk. Enjoy the stunning 360-degree views of London city from the summit and catch sight of the Olympic Park, Greenwich, Canary Wharf, and Thames Barrier.

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Outlet Shopping

Enjoy an amazing shopping experience at Outlet Shopping at The O2 where you will find over 60 superstar brands to explore, including Adidas, Calvin Klein, Next, Nike, Tommy Hilfiger, and more. Moreover, most of these brands offer customers a 70% discount, and you can get a free parking facility for 4 hours on spending £35 on shopping.

Shopping at The O2

Bars and restaurants

At The O2 London, you will find a wide range of amazing bars and restaurants to choose from. You can enjoy drinks at the bar, eat a fancy meal from a cuisine of your choice like American, Italian, Asian, and Latin, or hang out with your friends for pizzas or burgers after enjoying the activities at The O2.

Restaurants at The O2

Cineworld

London’s biggest cinema, Cineworld offers visitors different ways to watch a movie. Choose 4DX to experience extreme cinema, ViP for luxury recliners and an exclusive bar area, 270-degree surround views at Screen X, or watch the movie on the Superscreen, the largest auditorium in the UK.

Selfie Factory

If you wish to improve your Instagram game, then pay a visit to the Selfie Factory which is an interactive pop-up experience. You can access photo-friendly rooms and walls here such as The 2D Room, The Safe Room, The Flower Cove, Donut Wall, and so on, all in 60 minutes.

TOCA Social

TOCA Social is the world’s first social entertainment location with 17 interactive football-related private spaces. Eat flavorsome food, drink delicious cocktails, and enjoy interactive football. There's also a Willy Wonka-inspired Dessert Room, 2 Photo-booths, and a trophy wall, with an interactive leaderboard.

Hollywood Bowl

Boasting 12 state-of-the-art bowling lanes that include three VIP lanes, Hollywood Bowl is the perfect attraction for families and friends at The O2. There is a Hollywood Diner serving American classics, a spacious bar to order your favorite drinks, several arcade games, and a wide range of entertainment options.

Oxygen Activeplay

Oxygen Activeplay is a trampoline park at The O2 where you have different zones suited for visitors of various ages. There are two floors of trampoline courses including a dodgeball court, mega airbag and foam pits, reaction walls, a soft play area for kids, and much more to enjoy here.

O2 shop

O2 shop is the hub for new technology where visitors can learn about the gadgets and the best deals on them. You can also get tips on how to use your smartphone smartly including information on the best apps to download, how to take portraits, and so on.

ImmotionVR

InmotionVR is a 12-station VR entertainment zone that offers several VR experiences including the Undersea Explorer and Thrill Coaster VR cinema pods with amazing visual FX, 360 HD sound, and immersive motion.

Mamma Mia! The Party

Based on the popular movie, Mamma Mia! The Party is a themed attraction that opened at The O2 in 2019. Sing and dance your ABBA hearts out with a 4-course Mediterranean meal on the island of Skopelos where Nikos and his family will host you in their fantastical Greek taverna.

iFLY Indoor Skydiving

Soar through the air at iFLY Indoor Skydiving as you freefall without a parachute. Whether you're seasoned or a first-timer, skydive in a safe and controlled environment with a team of instructors as your partners on a 60-minutes session, including a pre-flight briefing, expert training, and of course, the flight itself.

Boom Battle Bar

Spread over two floors, get ready for a night of games like shuffleboard, beer pong, axe throwing, and golf, and private karaoke rooms filled with props that will make your next Instagram pic at the Boom Battle Bar. Or get bottomless brunch and cocktails every Saturday at the The Big BOOM Brunch.

Virgin Media Gamepad

This is the stop for all gamers and pro players. Virgin Media Gamepad is a free and open to all gaming experience at The O2. Head over to raid, race, battle and play with super-fast broadband on Xbox consoles. Play at one of the 16 gaming pods with Xbox Series X consoles or book The Cave, an exclusive gaming lounge for groups.

History of The O2 London in a nutshell

The O2 Entertainment Avenue was earlier constructed as the Millennium Dome, in a dome-shaped structure, to house the Millennium Exhibition - an important exhibition for welcoming the third millennium.
Due to political controversy and insufficient visitors, the exhibition ran only from January 1, 2000, to December 31, 2000, before succumbing to financial problems
In December 2001, Meridian Delta was given a 999-year lease by the government to develop the Dome as a sports and entertainment center.
Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG) was given a sub-lease of the Dome for 58 years to develop and operate The O2 during the duration of the lease.
The naming rights of the venue were sold to O2 plc under the investment program. So, the project was officially called ‘The O2’ on May 25, 2005, and the name sponsorship was extended in 2017 for ten years.
The construction of new buildings inside the Dome structure began and light modifications to the Dome were made in the form of blue lights to the support poles and plasma displays to the large sculptures being added.
Later, the arena roof was constructed, followed by the construction of the main arena building and the entertainment avenue surrounding it.
The North Greenwich station and The O2 were joined by a wide pathway with a glass roof and the Peninsula Piazza Square was built in front of The O2 for conducting special events.
The venue was rebranded to The O2 and reopened to the public on June 24, 2007, with a Bon Jovi concert held at The O2 Arena.

Frequently Asked Questions about The O2 London

What is The O2 London?

The O2 London is a huge entertainment complex that houses an indoor arena, a Cineworld cinema, a music club, restaurants, bars, pubs, and other entertainment options.

What was there before The O2?

Before The O2 London, the dome-shaped structure was the Millennium Dome, a.k.a the Dome. It housed the Millennium Experience - a huge exhibition that celebrated the start of the third millennium.

Who built The O2?

Richard Rogers built the canopy of The O2 London while Populous redeveloped the interiors of this entertainment complex.

What can I do at The O2 London?

There are lots of things to do apart from attending a music concert or an exciting event. Enjoy activities at Up at The O2, InmotionVR, Cineworld, Oxygen Activeplay, Hollywood Bowl, TOCA Social, and more. You will also find several shopping outlets and eating options at The O2.

How big is The O2 London?

The O2 London is 52m tall and has a diameter of 365m. It houses an indoor arena, several restaurants, bars, and entertainment options. The O2 Arena can hold 20,000 people at a time.

How much time do you need to explore The O2 London?

Depending on the activities that you take part in at The O2 London, it can take you anywhere between 2 hours to a day to explore everything that this entertainment complex has to offer.

What is unique about The O2 London?

The O2 London is home to an indoor arena that is the first American-style, multi-purpose arena to be built in London. It also happens to be the second-largest arena in the UK and is the most popular music venue in the world.

Is it an outdoor or indoor experience?

The O2 London is a dome-style building that offers both indoor and outdoor experiences to guests. There is an indoor arena known as The O2 Arena and several entertainment options including Cineworld, Hollywood Bowl, InmotionVR, restaurants, bars, and so on. There is also Up at The O2 for an outdoor climbing experience and London in the Sky for an outdoor dining experience available at the venue.

Are there any activities for kids?

There are lots of fun activities for kids such as Up at The O2, Selfie Factory, Cineworld, Hollywood Bowl, Oxygen Activeplay, Virgin Media Gameplay, iFLY Indoor Skydiving, and InmotionVR.