Olympics Rhythmic Gymnastics Venue

At London 2012, Wembley Arena will host the Olympic Rhythmic Gymnastics competition. Wembley Arena is in north-west London, around six miles from the city centre. It is next to Wembley Stadium. Rhythmic Gymnastics first appeared during the 19th century, and slowly grew in popularity until the first experimental competitions were staged during the 1930s. Having evolved to incorporate elements from classical ballet, German muscle-building techniques and Swedish exercise systems, it’s one of the most beautiful spectacles on the Olympic programme.

During the Games

Around 6,000 spectators will be able to enjoy the action during the Olympic Rhythmic Gymnastics competitions.

Dates: 28 July – 12 August

Wembley Arena is served by three stations and five rail lines. It is easy to reach from central London by London Underground and from the north and north-west by National Rail and London Overground. Do not travel to Wembley by car as no official London 2012 public parking will be available during the Games.

As you approach the venue, please follow any signs showing the way or directions given to you by transport staff and volunteers

Wembley Park London Underground and Wembley Stadium National Rail stations are step-free with staff assistance available. The venue is served by local bus services. London's buses have low floors and provide audio and visual information. There is one wheelchair space per bus.

The pedestrian route from Wembley Park along Olympic Way includes two relatively steep ramps. Alternative access provision will be provided for spectators with accessibility needs that will avoid using this route.

Limited pre-booked parking will be provided close to the venue for disabled spectators who are UK Blue Badge holders or members of an equivalent national scheme. You will be able to book accessible parking once you have received confirmation of whether you have been allocated tickets, at which point further details will be available. Read more about accessible travel.

Getting to Wembley Arena

National Rail
There are two recommended National Rail stations which provide access to Wembley Arena: Wembley Stadium station, with direct services from Marylebone station in central London, the Chilterns and Birmingham, and Wembley Central station, with direct train services from Euston station in central London. Both have connections from the National Rail network.

London Underground
There are two recommended London Underground stations which provide access to Wembley Stadium: Wembley Park, on the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines, and Wembley Central, on the Bakerloo line.

London Overground
Wembley Central is on the London Overground line between Euston and Watford Junction.

Bus
London has an extensive bus network and there are routes and stops in the area. For more details and for any changes to routes or stops during the Games, check the Transport for London website closer to the date of your event.

River
Not a travel option for this venue.

Park-and-ride
Not a travel option for this venue.

Walking
Sections 9 and 10 of the Capital Ring, which offers some of London’s best views, are approximately four kilometres north-west of the venue.

Cycling
Free, secure, managed cycle parking will be provided at the venue.

Taxis and private hire vehicles
The taxi rank is located outside Wembley Park station on Bridge Road.
Other venues in this area

Wembley Stadium
Lord’s Cricket Ground
Hyde Park
Earls Court

Use the journey time finder on the right of this page to find out the estimated travel time to other venues.