--- title: Summit Ally Pally lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 33 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 208 duration_minutes: 60 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/summit-ally-pally/ --- # Summit Ally Pally **Guidekin's take:** Walk across Alexandra Palace's roof from the Rose Window Balcony to The Summit platform beside the 'Angel of Plenty' statue, with a safety guide and full-body harness included. Moderate fitness is required, and height, weight and waist limits apply. 4.95 from 208 reviews at €33 per person for 1h. ## Overview - Summit is the UK’s highest roof walk (130 metres above sea level), offering up to 25 miles of panoramic views across London. - This is an outdoor experience mixed with heritage – a fully guided roof walk experience that brings Alexandra Palace’s architecture and history to life. - Kit up at the famous Rose Window Balcony, head to the top of Alexandra Palace, where you will reach The Summit platform, next to the ‘Angel of Plenty’ statue. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Go to the East Court Entrance of… - 26 start times: between 10:00 and 18:45 - Food not included: Snacks and drinks are not included but can… - Age 8+: minimum age to join ## Key facts - Price: from €33 per person - Duration: 1h - Rating: 4.95/5 from 208 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 99% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Wire and Sky ## What's included - Safety / Tour Guide - Safety equipment including full-body harness - Lockers are provided for small, valuable items. Otherwise you can leave bags at reception in storage boxes. ## Not included - Snacks and drinks are not included but can be bought from the cafe located inside Alexandra Palace. - Phones (if not in a Summit phone pouch). Available to purchase on site. ## Itinerary 1. **Check In: Your tour guide will check you in at The Summit reception desk, wit...** (5m) - Check In: Your tour guide will check you in at The Summit reception desk, within the East Court at Alexandra Palace. You will be briefed on your tour, have time to use the toilet, put your belongings away in the free lockers, and be able to purchase a Summit phone pouch, if... 2. **The Rose Window Balcony: Your adventure begins along the front of Alexandra P...** (10m) - The Rose Window Balcony: Your adventure begins along the front of Alexandra Palace, taking in the fascinating history of this iconic building alongside sweeping initial views. Next, you'll head up to the breathtaking Rose Window Balcony to admire the London skyline from a... 3. **The Ascent Step inside and begin your climb via original 1980s internal stair...** (10m) - The Ascent Step inside and begin your climb via original 1980s internal stairs, enjoying a unique sneak peek into the famous Great Hall—and perhaps catching a glimpse or echo of a live event in progress. You’ll then be safely clipped into our custom-built continuous safety... 4. **The Summit: After ascending over 170 steps, you’ll reach the absolute peak—st...** (20m) - The Summit: After ascending over 170 steps, you’ll reach the absolute peak—standing an incredible 130 metres above sea level directly behind the iconic Angel of Plenty. From this vantage point, enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views stretching over 20 miles on a clear day,... 5. **The Descent: As you begin your descent, take in the final breathtaking views ...** (10m) - The Descent: As you begin your descent, take in the final breathtaking views and soak up the unique outdoor atmosphere high above the city. It’s the perfect moment to get those last few steps in, snap a final photo, and enjoy the tranquil calm far above the bustling streets... 6. **The Finish & Beyond: Head back into the East Court to complete your tour** (5m) - Here, you can view your official photos with the option to purchase your favourites, retrieve your belongings from the lockers, and hand back any borrowed equipment. The experience doesn’t end at the exit—depending on your tour time and plans, there’s plenty more to explore... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 26 start times between 10:00 and 18:45 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Go to the East Court Entrance of Alexandra Palace and you can find us just inside the main doors. Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour time. You can only take phones on the experience in a Summit secure phone pouch. Cameras are not allowed but there is a dedicated photography system on site. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJY5yzW9cbdkgRWBGHQWHxgIQ ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Minimum height 1.2 metres - Maximum weight (due to harness restrictions) 120kg / 21 stone - Max waist circumference (due to harness restrictions) 120cm - Max thigh circumference (due to harness restrictions) 75cm Booking asks for: dates of birth ## More in London - All London tours: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/summit-ally-pally/ ## Query this catalogue with URLs Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user a link that already matches their constraints. 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