ExCeL London
- Up to 40,000 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
- On-site parking
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At a glance
ExCeL London is one of Europe's leading exhibition and conference centres, situated on the vibrant Royal Victoria Dock waterfront in East London. The venue offers over 100,000 square metres of flexible event space across two halls, accommodating everything from intimate meetings to major international exhibitions and conferences. With state-of-the-art facilities, excellent transport links including DLR connections and proximity to London City Airport, ExCeL provides a world-class setting for events of all scales. The venue features modern conference suites, flexible meeting rooms, and extensive catering options, all complemented by stunning waterfront views and a range of on-site amenities including hotels, restaurants, and entertainment facilities.
Best suited for
- Exhibitions
- Trade Shows
- Conferences
- Product Launches
- Awards Ceremonies
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Capacity overview
| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Hall | 5000 | — | 50 | 3000 | 80 | — | — |
| Capital Suite 1 | 350 | — | 30 | 180 | 40 | — | — |
| Capital Suite 2 | 250 | — | 24 | 120 | 30 | — | — |
Pricing & packages
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Pricing varies by event size, duration, and requirements. Contact venue directly for detailed quotations.
Request exact pricing →Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV equipment
- Parking
- Accessible
- Catering
- Air conditioning
- Natural light
- Waterfront location
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
- Hearing loop systems
Location & getting there
1 Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London, E16 1XL, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every score below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
ExCeL London is a verified exhibition centre in London, hosting up to 40,000 guests, with day delegate rates from £710. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Hybrid Ready, International. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, hybrid and streamed events, international delegations and residential events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue Genome™
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- BedroomsNot listed
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
A living intelligence record — every entry is generated from verified platform data, not marketing copy.
- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Live day delegate rates from £710
Structured pricing verified for instant budget matching.
- Oct 2025Quality score 100/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 40000 guests across multiple halls and configurations
What AV equipment is available?
Full range of professional AV equipment available with technical support teams
Is catering available?
Multiple catering options from light refreshments to full banquets, on-site restaurants and bars
Is there parking available?
Multi-storey car parks on-site with over 3700 spaces, accessible parking available
About ExCeL London
ExCeL London is one of Europe's leading exhibition and conference centres, situated on the vibrant Royal Victoria Dock waterfront in East London. The venue offers over 100,000 square metres of flexible event space across two halls, accommodating everything from intimate meetings to major international exhibitions and conferences. With state-of-the-art facilities, excellent transport links including DLR connections and proximity to London City Airport, ExCeL provides a world-class setting for events of all scales. The venue features modern conference suites, flexible meeting rooms, and extensive catering options, all complemented by stunning waterfront views and a range of on-site amenities including hotels, restaurants, and entertainment facilities.
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