Why London?
... Because it is Europe’s business capital. It is a leading city in the world's economy and a centre of international trade and finance. If you're looking for new business partners, investors or customers, London is the natural meeting point. Companies considering taking part in any UK exhibition need to remember that within a 1 hour travelling radius of central London is found ...
60% of the UK’s population
70% of the UK’s wealth / earning power
75% of the UK’s property investors
No other UK city comes even close to providing this level of reassurance for exhibitors.
Why Excel London?
As the UK’s premier exhibition venue, ExCeL London is the host venue for a variety of events from award winning exhibitions and conferences to international association meetings, product launches, banquets, award ceremonies, sporting events and great days out.
Situated in a stunning waterfront location, ExCeL London is located in the heart of London's Royal Docks, within easy reach of central London.
The venue is part of a 100 acre campus, including 3 onsite DLR stations, easy access to the Jubilee Line and London City Airport, parking for 3,700 cars, six onsite hotels and numerous on-site bars and restaurants.
Travelling to Excel London?
London is the best connected city in the world. You can reach London in less time from more places than any other destination.
By Air
ExCeL London recommends using London City Airport, whenever possible because this airport is located 5-minutes from ExCeL London by taxi or 10-minutes by DLR (Docklands Light Railway). Plus London City Airport offers 350 flights per day from over 40 international destinations.
London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton and London Stansted are all approximately 1 hour away.
By road
Follow signs for Royal Docks, City Airport and ExCeL. There is easy access from the M25, M11, A406 and A13. For Sat Nav purposes, we recommend using postcode - E16 1DR.
By Rail
The Jubilee Line is recommended as the quickest route to ExCeL London. Alight at Canning Town and change onto a Beckton-bound DLR train, for the quick 2-stop journey to Custom House for ExCeL (West) or Prince Regent for ExCeL (East).
The new Elizabeth Line (opened 24 May 2022) offers a choice of 12 trains an hour, each with a capacity of 1,500 people. The State-of-the-art trains with Wi-Fi and air conditioning means you can travel in style and comfort from central London to Customs House in 15 minutes and from Heathrow in 43 minutes.
To find out the quickest way from London’s mainline rail stations to ExCeL London use the TfL Journey Planner.
Parking
ExCeL London offers on-site car parking for 3,700 cars. With the exception of the Royal Victoria multi-storey car park (located at the west end of the site), all onsite parking is pay and display. Parking costs £25 for up to 24 hours.
Staying at Excel London?
There are 6 on-site hotels, ranging from luxury to budget - all within just a few minutes walk of the event Halls, and meeting rooms. Additionally, there are over 7,500 hotel rooms within 20 minutes of ExCeL London.
For latest pricing and availability details, we advise exhibitors and visitors to visit CONNEX HOTELS.