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Excel London Convention & Exhibition Centre

One Western Gateway Royal Victoria Dock, London, England, E16 1XL
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Excel London is the UK capital’s international convention and exhibition centre, located in the historic London Royal Docks. Excel’s venue spaces can host a wide range of events from international association meetings and product launches to corporate brand experiences, taking advantage of the purpose-built conference facilities or blank canvas event halls, all seamlessly integrated. With a wide range of transport links, getting to Excel couldn’t be easier! The location of our centre ensures delegates arrive quickly and efficiently from other cities within the UK as well as international destinations. London City Airport is on our doorstep with onsite rail stations linking to the high speed Elizabeth line, as well as London’s overground and underground network for access to the Eurostar and London’s major airports, and making travel within the city quick and efficient. Within walking distance of Excel campus, there’s 13 hotels offering over 2,700 bedrooms. For larger delegations, there’s 150,000 hotel rooms in the City, which can meet all accommodation requirements and budgets. The Excel team are experienced in preparing international bids and we work closely with London’s CVB and London & Partners to ensure you take full advantage of everything London has to offer, including royal parks, theatres, historic buildings, restaurants & bars, and shopping centres.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built2000
Renovated2024
Total meeting space43,314 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms-
Venue typeConvention center

Awards

Industry awards
• England's Best Convention Centre 2021 - World MICE Awards • Best London Venue Covid-19 Response - 2021 London Venue & Catering Awards • The Sustainability Award (Bronze) - 2021 London Venue & Catering Awards • Business Superbrand 2021 • Best UK Conference Centre (Bronze) - 2021 M&IT Awards • Outstanding Contribution to Tourism Award - 2020 Visit England Awards of Excellence • Venue Team of the Year (ExCeL Operations team) – 2020 AEO Excellence Awards • England's Best Convention Centre - 2020 World MICE Awards • Best Humanitarian Response for NHS Nightingale London - 2020 C&IT Awards • Healthcare & Pharma Event of the Year for RCOG World Congress – 2020 C&IT Awards

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Rental car service
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Apr 3, 2025 - Dec 31, 2030
Dec 1, 2031 - Dec 31, 2040
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Seasonal Availability

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High season
Sep 01 - Nov 30May 01 - Jul 25
Shoulder season
Dec 01 - Dec 30Jan 01 - Apr 30
Low season
Jul 26 - Aug 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
43,314.0 sq. ft.
Largest room
350,236.3 sq. ft.
Space (private)
1,076,391.5 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
6
Second largest room
49,546.3 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
939,991.2 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
129,167.0 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
4,348,621.7 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
50
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Max capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Event Halls
350,236.3 sq. ft.
1,227.0 x 283.5 sq. ft.
32.8 ft.
20000
-
20000
20000
20000
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ICC Capital Hall
48,631.4 sq. ft.
171.6 x 283.4 sq. ft.
32.8 ft.
4000
-
2700
4000
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ICC Auditorium
49,546.3 sq. ft.
207.8 x 238.4 sq. ft.
49.2 ft.
4500
--
4500
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ICC Capital Suite - Room 1
1,743.8 sq. ft.
41.7 x 41.7 sq. ft.
12.3 ft.
150
36
100
150
75
30
80
ICC Capital Suite - Room 2
1,033.3 sq. ft.
24.6 x 41.7 sq. ft.
12.3 ft.
88
22
60
88
44
20
48
ICC Capital Suite - Room 3
1,033.3 sq. ft.
24.6 x 41.7 sq. ft.
12.3 ft.
88
22
60
88
44
20
48
ICC Capital Suite - Room 4
2,109.7 sq. ft.
50.5 x 41.7 sq. ft.
12.3 ft.
180
42
120
180
90
30
96
ICC Capital Suite - Room 5
581.3 sq. ft.
29.2 x 20.0 sq. ft.
12.3 ft.
50
--
50
24
18
-
ICC Capital Suite - Room 6
1,453.1 sq. ft.
29.2 x 49.9 sq. ft.
12.3 ft.
124
30
80
124
62
30
72

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 0.9 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking

Local Attractions

The Elizabeth line
The Elizabeth line
The Elizabeth line will transform travel across London and make it easier, faster and more convenient to visit ExCeL... The high-speed Elizabeth line – which now becomes part of the existing TfL network – stretches more than 60 miles from Reading and Heathrow in the west to Shenfield and Abbey Wood in the east, with 24 trains running per hour once fully operational. For ExCeL, visitors from central London will now be able to reach the venue in as little as 12 minutes, whilst door-to-door from Heathrow Airport will be just 43 minutes.
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After Hours at Excel
After Hours at Excel
Recreation
Discover everything London has to offer from eating & sleeping to attractions & activities... Be sure to make the most of your time in the capital. No matter how many times you visit, there's always something new to explore.
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The O2
The O2
Recreation
The O2 is a large entertainment district in Greenwich. The O2 includes an indoor arena, cinema, shopping, music club and plenty of restaurants and bars. You can also experience a 90-minute climb over the dome.
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IFS Cloud Cable Car
IFS Cloud Cable Car
Recreation
Take to the air on London’s only cable car and enjoy breath-taking views of the capital’s skyline for a truly unique experience.
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The London Eye
The London Eye
Recreation
Take in views of the City’s iconic skyline on Europe’s largest Ferris wheel. The lastminute.com London Eye has become an iconic landmark and a symbol of London.
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West End Theatre
West End Theatre
Theater
Book discounted tickets or get exclusive ticket offers for major West End shows using our tickets portal, created in partnership with Encore Hospitality.
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St Paul’s Cathedral
St Paul’s Cathedral
Historical landmark
This much-loved Cathedral is one of the most famous buildings in London. Discover the many parts to the Cathedral from the Whispering Gallery to the Golden Gallery, 111 metres above London.
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The National Gallery
The National Gallery
Museum
Located in Trafalgar Square, surround yourself with some of the World’s greatest paintings by artists such as Monet and Van Gogh, displayed in stunning picture galleries. Free admission.
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Borough Market
Borough Market
Shopping
Borough Market is London’s oldest market and is a must see for any foodies that wish to explore and try gourmet goods from artisan cheeses and delicious cakes to organic fruit & veg, meat and fish.
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Tower of London
Tower of London
Historical landmark
Steeped in history, Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress is a trusted home to the priceless Crown Jewels, extensive armoury, historic prison and the true custodians of the Tower – “The Beefeaters”.
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Excel London Convention & Exhibition Centre Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Excel London Convention & Exhibition Centre's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does Excel London Convention & Exhibition Centre have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Excel London Convention & Exhibition Centre and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Excel London Convention & Exhibition Centre's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Excel London Convention & Exhibition Centre developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Excel London Convention & Exhibition Centre clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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