London Stadium is more than a venue—it’s a modern landmark built for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games and reshaped into a truly multi-purpose stadium for top-flight football and major concerts. Its capacity sits around 62,500 for regulated sporting events and can rise to roughly 80,000 for concerts, creating that “big night” intensity while still keeping the action close.
Inside, the experience is designed for flow and comfort: broad concourses, clear entry points, and a continuous bowl layout make moving around feel natural, even on sold-out days. Sightlines are strong across most sections, and the combination of sound, screens, and staging helps concerts land with real impact—without the venue feeling overwhelming.
For the last stretch to the turnstiles, the key is its spot inside Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park: London E20 2ST, London, United Kingdom. The most common approach is on foot from Stratford (about 15 minutes), with Stratford International (about 15 minutes), Pudding Mill Lane (about 10 minutes), and Hackney Wick (about 15 minutes) also within an easy walk; on event days, stewards and signage guide you in. If you’re driving, the closest car parks are by Stratford Westfield. For broader city-wide transport and how to move around London beyond the stadium area, see the London guide below.