Prepare for a serious adrenaline hit on Zip World London Helix – the world’s longest and tallest tunnel slide. Your experience begins with a lift ride 76 metres up to the viewing platform, where Helix is ready and waiting. Grab your mat, pause to admire the sweeping panoramic views across London, and get set for the ride of your life. Then it’s go time. Launching from the top, you will hurtle down the 178-metre tunnel slide at speeds of up to 15mph, spiralling around the iconic ArcelorMittal Orbit an incredible 12 times. Feel the rush and freedom as you twist and turn through the slide, all while catching glimpses of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park — home to the legendary London Stadium. Perfect for families with older kids, groups of friends, tours and thrill-seekers alike, this is a truly unique way to experience London. You will not only conquer the world’s biggest tunnel slide, but also appreciate the striking feat of engineering that is the ArcelorMittal Orbit itself — adventure and architecture combined in one unforgettable ride.
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Overview
- Where art meets adventure on Helix, the world’s longest and tallest tunnel slide, stretching an incredible 178 metres
- Take the lift to the 76-metre summit or climb 455 steps for an added challenge
- Reach speeds of up to 15mph as you spiral your way down
- Enjoy a full experience lasting around 45 minutes from start to finish
- Available seven days a week, all year round
- Adrenaline level: 3/5 – enough to get the heart racing without being extreme
- Voucher valid for One person
What's Included
- Take on the world’s longest and tallest tunnel slide at the iconic ArcelorMittal Orbit
- Zoom 178 metres down the twisting tunnel on a specially designed mat
- Spiral around the Orbit 12 thrilling times with panoramic views across London
- Ride the lift or climb 455 steps to the top viewing platform, complete with a unique soundscape gallery
- Start your descent from an impressive 76-metre height
- Reach speeds of up to 15mph on the exhilarating slide down
- Allow around 45 minutes for the full experience, from arrival to landing
- Adrenaline level: 3/5 – a fun, feel-good rush without being extreme
Suitable For
- Children under 13 require one participating adult for every seven children
- Ages 13–17 require one spectating adult for every seven participants
- Minimum age: 8 years old
- Minimum height: 130cm (1.3 metres)
- Maximum weight: 130kg per participant
Availability
- Available seven days a week from 9:00am to 6:00pm, with convenient 30-minute booking slots
- We recommend booking at least four weeks in advance to secure your preferred date (all bookings subject to availability)
- Allow around 45 minutes to enjoy the full experience from start to finish
Location:
- Located right beside the iconic London Stadium in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
- Easily reached via 10 tube and rail connections, including the 24-hour Night Tube on the Central and Jubilee lines
- Just seven minutes from St Pancras International
- ArcelorMittal Orbit, Stratford, Newham, Greater London, England, E20 2AD
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 8 years
Minimum Height: 130.00 cm
Maximum Weight: 130.00 kg
This product is not eligible for promotional discount codes.
Anything Else
- Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your adventure start time to allow for smooth check-in
- Wear suitable footwear such as trainers or boots – Crocs, wellies and high heels aren’t permitted
- The site is fully cashless, so card and mobile payments only
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome across all locations
- Refuel before or after your experience with a tasty meal or quick bite at Riverside East (Stratford)
- Facial jewellery isn’t permitted on the adventure and must be removed or securely taped over prior to taking part
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
