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About Aquatics Centre - Stratford

Welcome to the London Aquatics Centre at Stratford—an iconic indoor aquatic venue designed by Zaha Hadid. With two 50m competition pools and a 25m diving pool, this Olympic-era venue continues to host world-class events and community swimming. Whether you’re catching a competition, a show, or a public swim session, we’ve got you covered with straightforward tickets, helpful logistics, and trusted local recommendations.

Key facts: 2,500 seats around the main pool auditorium, wings removed after the Games, located in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Stratford, London. Parking is limited to 111 dedicated spaces for Aquatics Centre customers. Stratford Station is a short walk away, with access to the Elizabeth Line, Central and Jubilee lines, and Overground.

Nearby you’ll find a range of hotels and dining options to suit different stays and budgets. We highlight affiliate partner recommendations for convenient lodging and trusted restaurants to pair with your event plans. If you’re visiting for a top-tier swimming event or a local meet, secure your seats early and let us handle the rest—we’re your connection for tickets and practical tips in London.

  • Parking: 111 dedicated spaces for Aquatics Centre customers. Consider public transit for easier access on event days.
  • Transit: Stratford Station is ~10 minutes on foot, with easy access to the Elizabeth Line, Central, and Jubilee lines, plus Overground.
  • Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Express London Stratford, Ibis Stratford, The Stratford, and several Park-area options are within a short distance for convenient stays.
  • Dine nearby: Affiliate partner recommendations include dependable options for pre/post-event meals and quick bites close to the park.
  • Notable past events: 2012 Olympic swimming/diving/synchronised swimming, 2016 European Aquatics Championships, and Diving World Series appearances.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 2,500 seated (competition pool) in its current form; 17,500 capacity during the 2012 Games before wings were removed
  • Address: London Aquatics Centre, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Stratford, London E20 2AQ
  • Venue type: indoor aquatic centre with two 50m pools and a 25m diving pool (architect: Zaha Hadid)
  • Seating/plan: main pool auditorium seats 2,500; seating arranged around the concourses; no public, detailed seating chart widely published
  • Parking: 111 dedicated parking spaces for Aquatics Centre customers
  • Transit: Stratford Station (Elizabeth Line, Central & Jubilee lines, Overground) within ~10 minutes on foot
  • Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Express London Stratford, Ibis Stratford, The Stratford (and other Park-area hotels) within reach
  • Notable events hosted: 2012 Olympic swimming/diving/synchronised swimming; 2016 European Aquatics Championships; Diving World Series (2014, 2019); Marathon Swims and other major aquatic events
  • Renamed/demolished: not demolished or renamed; wings removed post-Games reduced capacity from 17,500 to 2,500; located in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park