Summit Ally Pally Rooftop Adventure
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$37.27
Highlights
Climb above Alexandra Palace on the UK's highest roof walk, connecting with over 150 years of history
Admire stunning panoramic views across London from the top viewing platform
Choose between daytime, sunset and evening climb experiences
Hear stories about Alexandra Palace from your knowledgeable climb guide
Take on 176 steps to reach the rooftop and experience London from a completely different perspective
Spend 10–15 minutes at the top taking in the city skyline and capturing the moment
Included
Guided Summit rooftop climb with an expert leader
Full safety kit — harness and gear included
Exclusive rooftop platform access with skyline views
60 minutes to experience the Summit
Guided stories of Alexandra Palace's history
Description
Enjoy a rooftop London adventure with City Sightseeing
London looks very different when you see it from above. At Summit Ally Pally — the UK's highest roof walk — you can leave the busy streets behind and take on an unforgettable rooftop adventure at one of the city's most recognisable landmarks, with over 150 years of history behind it.
Your experience begins at Alexandra Palace, where a trained climb guide will introduce you to the adventure before you make your way towards the roof. Securely harnessed and accompanied throughout the experience, you'll climb the designated route above the building while hearing stories about this historic London landmark.
Climb Above Alexandra Palace
The climb involves 176 steps to the top, followed by another 176 steps on the way back down. The route is divided into three sections, giving you opportunities to pause and catch your breath along the way. Once you reach the top, you'll have around 10–15 minutes on the viewing platform to take in the panoramic scenery.
From this elevated position, look across London's vast skyline and see the capital from an entirely different angle. It's a particularly memorable way to experience Alexandra Palace, especially if you've already explored the surrounding park and want to see the landmark from above.
Choose Your London View
Summit offers different ways to experience the climb. Choose a daytime adventure for clear city views, a sunset experience for changing skies over London, or a later climb when the capital begins to sparkle with lights. Each option brings its own atmosphere while following the same rooftop adventure.
Whether you're visiting London with family, planning a different kind of date or simply looking for an experience beyond the usual sightseeing attractions, Summit offers an active way to discover the city.
After your climb, you can continue exploring Alexandra Palace and its surrounding park, making it easy to turn your Summit experience into part of a wider day out in North London.
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Before you go
Summit Ally Pally Rooftop Adventure
Timing
- Duration: approximately 60 minutes, with 10–15 minutes on the top viewing platform.
- Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled climb. Late arrivals may be fitted onto a later climb subject to availability (not guaranteed).
- Mostly outdoors.
Requirements
- Minimum age 8; under-18s must be accompanied by an adult (max 1 adult : 4 minors).
- Maximum weight 130 kg; minimum height 1.2 m.
- Moderate fitness level required — 176 steps up, 176 down.
- Not currently wheelchair accessible.
- Not recommended for pregnant participants; contact us in advance with any medical concerns.
- No dogs (Alexandra Palace Park is dog-friendly).
What to wear & bring
- Comfortable, weather-appropriate outdoor clothing; gloves/hats recommended in colder months.
- Suitable footwear — trainers recommended; no open-toe shoes, heels, flip-flops or sliders.
- Phones only permitted in a Summit secure phone pouch; cameras not allowed (photos available to purchase after the climb).
Weather
- Climbs generally go ahead in most conditions. In extreme weather, Summit may postpone, reschedule or refund the experience.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final: tickets cannot be exchanged or money refunded by City Sightseeing.