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ArcelorMittal Orbit & The Slide

KidRated’s ArcelorMittal Orbit & The Slide Top Tips:

  • Best for kids & teens: Experience the excitement of riding the world’s longest tunnel slide!
  • Best for parents: Take in the breathtaking London skyline and discover more with interactive screens.
  • Top tip: Don’t fret about the 455 steps – there’s a lift available too!

Get ready to be amazed by the ArcelorMittal Orbit – a towering metallic wonder nestled in the heart of the Olympic Park! As Britain’s premier public art masterpiece, standing tall at 114.5 meters, it offers a thrilling adventure. Crafted by the dynamic duo of Anish Kapoor and Cecil Balmond, this quirky structure is a permanent tribute to the iconic London 2012 Olympics.

But the fun doesn’t stop there! After soaring to the summit via lift, choose your descent: opt for the elevator, tackle the 455 stairs, or brace yourself for the ride of a lifetime down the world’s longest tunnel slide. Decisions, decisions!

Fun fact: This colossal project was funded by Britain’s steel tycoon Lakshmi Mittal, hence the name ArcelorMittal. Positioned between the Olympic Stadium and the Aquatics Centre, it offers unparalleled views of the London skyline from two observation decks.

Dive into the Orbit’s interactive screens and uncover the captivating story of its creation and the Olympic Park’s transformation. Marvel at iconic landmarks like the Shard or experiment with perspective using wacky concave mirrors. It’s a journey down memory lane, reliving the excitement of the unforgettable 2012 Olympics!

 Booking Advice:

  • The Slide reopens this Summer
  • You must be 8 years old and over 1.3m to ride the slide
  • Click the Book Now button for entrance to the ArcelorMittal Orbit and The Slide
 

 

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VISITOR INFORMATION

Where:

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Stratford
London
E20 2SS

Phone number:

+44 (0) 333 8008099

Website:

arcelormittalorbit.com/whats-on/the-slide/

How to get there:

Tube/ Train: Stratford

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Teen Verdict

Family days out, attractions and things to do in London and beyond for kids, older kids and teenagers rated by kids and teens with KidRated

Rosa

The Orbit slide was crazy! Honestly, super fun but if you’re scared of heights maybe sit this one out. Overall, really good for teenagers cause it takes you back to being a little kid in the playground 🙂

Parent Point of View

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Laura Porter

  • Fully accessible so can take babies in pushchairs up and down the lift.
  • The huge polished concave mirrors are great fun
  • The outdoor viewing area is safe (solid wall at the bottom and a ‘cage’ to view through).
  • There are toilets on the lower platform and on the ground floor in The Podium Cafe, next door.
  • Need to be at least eight years old to ride the slide.
  • Play at the free Waterworks Fountains and climbing wall nearby too.

You can find loads more information by Laura Porter at aboutlondonlaura.com 

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