London’s newest sky-high attraction opens at Alexandra Palace
Romantic proposal steals spotlight at new Ally Pally attraction.
Londoners have a brand new way to see the capital and it’s already proving a hit.
Summit Ally Pally, the UK’s highest roof walk, has officially opened at Alexandra Palace, welcoming its first visitors under brilliant blue skies on Valentine’s Day. The brand new attraction saw a sell-out launch, with 240 people climbing to the top of one of North London’s most recognisable landmarks.
From sweeping skyline views stretching up to 25 miles to a romantic proposal on the Rose Window balcony, the opening day delivered exactly the kind of memorable moments organisers had hoped for.
Perched high above the city, the experience offers visitors a completely different perspective on London, combining adrenaline, scenery and a serious dose of wow-factor. And for those who missed out on opening day, there’s good news — Summit Ally Pally is just getting started.
The attraction will run every weekend and throughout the Easter holidays, with bookings now open for the months ahead. Summer dates are also expected to be popular, with climbs available across key Ally Pally events including the Red Bull Soapbox Race, Father’s Day, the Summer Solstice and the Kaleidoscope Festival. Visitors will even be able to take in the views during the venue’s legendary Fireworks weekend later this year.
Climbers can choose from a range of experiences depending on how they want to see the city.
Standard daytime climbs showcase London’s sprawling skyline in full, while sunset sessions capture golden hour across the capital. For those after something extra special, the London Lights option offers dramatic night-time panoramas as the city sparkles after dark.
Group bookings, school climbs and private experiences are also available, and organisers say the roof walk pairs perfectly with Ally Pally’s packed entertainment schedule — making it an ideal pre-concert or pre-event activity.
Andy Broad, Managing Director at Wire & Sky, described the launch as an unforgettable moment. “Seeing more than 200 climbers take to the roof over the opening day was incredible. We’ve been planning this for a long time, and to have the sun shining — plus our first proposal on the very first weekend — was the perfect start. Summit Ally Pally is about bringing a totally fresh perspective to London, and we’re just getting started.”
Prices start from £28 for adults and £22 for under-18s. The experience is open to visitors aged eight and over, with height restrictions applying. Under-18s must be accompanied by an adult.