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Go for: Entry tickets
Duration: 1 hour
Tunnel Slide Access: No
Guide: No
Go for: Combo tickets
Duration: 1-2 hours
Tunnel Slide Access: Yes
Guide: No
Enjoy reduced ticket rates for the ArcelorMittal Orbit when you purchase tickets online.
Children between the age of 3 years to 16 years, enjoy reduced ticket prices for the attraction. There are special ticket rates for families as well.
Cancellation policy for ArcelorMittal Orbit
Tickets to the ArcelorMittal Orbit cannot be canceled or rescheduled.
Suspended 80 m above the ground, the Observation Deck at the ArcelorMittal Orbit has floor-to-ceiling windows that offer 360-degree views of the London Skyline. You can also get a bird’s eye view of popular London attractions such as St. Paul’s Cathedral and Big Ben from the deck at the Orbit. Your tickets include entry access to the Observation Deck at the ArcelorMittal Orbit.
The world’s tallest and longest tunnel slide loops around the ArcelorMittal Orbit twelve times, and promises visitors an exhilarating ride to the bottom. Access to the tunnel slide is not included in your ArcelorMittal Orbit tickets.
Marvel at the red lattice tower that was designed by Sir Anish Kapoor and Cecil Balmond. With its many loops of tubular steel, the ArcelorMittal Orbit is a stunning art sculpture that symbolizes the legacy of the 2012 London Olympic Games.
Experience an upside-down world as you interact with the famous Orbit in the Concave Mirrors at the attraction.
Enjoy the gentle descent to the bottom of the ArcelorMittal Orbit, as you walk down 455 steps that wind their way around the sculpture and immerse you in a beautiful collection of London sounds that are synonymous with the city.
The Abseil is not for the faint-hearted! Freefall from the ArcelorMittal Orbit’s red steel, and enjoy an 80m adrenaline-fuelled journey from the top to the bottom of the sculpture.
The ArcelorMittal Orbit is open from Monday to Thursday, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. From Friday to Sunday, the Orbit opens from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. On bank holidays and school holidays, the attraction remains open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM as well.
The Tunnel Slide at the ArcelorMittal Orbit opens one hour after the attraction opens.
Best time to visit: Avoid visiting the ArcelorMittal Orbit on weekends and during holidays, since the attraction tends to get very crowded during this time. For a comfortable and hassle-free experience at the Orbit, plan your visit during the off-peak hours which are usually before 11:00 AM and after 4:00 PM. However, if you want to see the London city lights, plan your visit to the ArcelorMittal Orbit after sunset.
Address: Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, 5 Thornton St, London E20 2AD, United Kingdom. Find on maps.
Getting there:
Nearest stop: Ebbsfleet
Nearest stop: Stratford Station
Nearest stop: Stratford Underground Railway Station, Pudding Mill Lane Train Station
Car parking: No parking at the attraction. You can park at the Stratford Multi-Storey car park or the Westfield Stratford City car park.
The ArcelorMittal Orbit has a single entrance that is located in the Welcome Building at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
Budget: Premier Inn London Stratford Hotel (1.2km) , Snoozebox Olympic Park (850m), Ibis London Stratford (2.5km)
Mid-Range: Holiday Inn Express-London Stratford (1.1km), The Westbridge Hotel (1.3km), Moxy London Stratford (2.4km)
Luxury: The Stratford Hotel London (2.1km) , Hyatt Regency London Stratford (1.0km) , The Gantry London (2.5km)
ArcelorMittal Orbit tickets range from ₤5.50 to ₤16.50. The attraction has different ticket prices for children between 3 years and 16 years, visitors above 17 years, and adults.
You can purchase tickets for ArcelorMittal Orbit either online or at the attraction itself. Purchasing tickets online helps you save time and money on the day of your planned visit.
ArcelorMittal Orbit tickets include access to the Orbit and the observation deck. If you purchase combo tickets, you can visit the Orbit, observation deck, and the tunnel slide.
Skip-the-line tickets are currently unavailable for the ArcelorMittal Orbit. However, you can choose from the ArcelorMittal Orbit Skyline View Tickets and the ArcelorMittal Orbit Skyline Views with the Slide tickets.
You cannot cancel or reschedule your ArcelorMittal Orbit tickets.
It will take you around one to two hours to fully explore the ArcelorMittal Orbit.