[title]
You’ve seen the city from the top Primrose Hill, watched the sun set from Parliament Hill, taken in the views from the Sky Garden and maybe even looked out for landmarks while riding high above the Thames in the the IFS Cloud Cable Cars. But now, there’s a new London viewpoint that could trump them all.
In February, thrill-seekers in London will be able to take on the highest roof walk in the UK. Alexandra Palace is launching ‘Summit: The Ally Pally Rooftop Adventure’, an experience that offers sights of the city from 130m above sea level.
Climbers head up towards the Angel of Plenty statue right at the top of Ally Pally, led by specialist guides. Once you get to the summit, you’re treated to an uninterrupted panoramic view of the city stretching 25 miles. You’ll be able to spot landmarks like St Paul’s Cathedral, the Shard, Canary Wharf and numerous major sports stadiums.
The experience has been created by urban aerial adventure experts Wire and Sky, the same people behind the Dare Skywalk at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the Cutty Sark rig climb and Liverpool’s Anfield Abseil.
The experience launches on February 14, 2026. There’ll be three types of climbs on offer: daytime climbs, sunset climbs and after dark climbs. Tickets start at £22 per person but if you want to take pictures, you’ll have to pay an extra £7.50 for a secure pouch for your phone.
Lucy Fenner, the commercial director at Alexandra Palace, said: ‘For more than 150 years, Ally Pally has been the People’s Palace, a place where everyone can come to experience something truly special, and we’re thrilled to add Summit to that legacy.
‘This new rooftop adventure, the highest roof walk in the UK, offers a completely new perspective on the Palace, with stunning panoramic views across London. Summit is an exciting and significant addition to our year-round destination, set to attract new visitors from further afield, while offering even more reasons to spend time at Alexandra Park and Palace. And of course, not only is Summit the highest, we’re also the only palace you can actually walk over!’
Did you see that Rowans Bowling Alley could be threatened by a new development in Finsbury Park?
Plus: East London could get a huge new zipline.
Get the latest and greatest from the Big Smoke – from news and reviews to events and trends. Just follow our Time Out London WhatsApp channel.
Stay in the loop: sign up to our free Time Out London newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox.