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INDEPENDENT ALTON TOWERS VISITOR GUIDE

Alton Towers: Plan Your Visit

Independent ride and height guides, ticket options, parking prices, live queue updates, Scarefest and short-break planning — everything for a smarter Alton Towers visit.

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PLAN IT. THEN BOOK IT.

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THE ULTIMATE INSIDER GUIDE

Your adventure
starts here.

Explore the rides, plan your day and find your next adventure at Alton Towers Resort. Everything you need in one independent visitor guide.

Nemesis Reborn at Alton Towers REAL RIDES. REAL THRILLS.

THE ULTIMATE DAY OUT

Big thrills.
Lasting memories.

From the ferocious Nemesis Reborn to mind-bending coasters and family favourites, discover the experiences waiting at Alton Towers.

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STRAIGHT FROM THE PARK

Iconic Alton Towers rides.

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Nemesis Reborn roller coaster at Alton Towers FORBIDDEN VALLEYNemesis RebornDiscover the ride ↗ The Smiler roller coaster at Alton Towers X-SECTORThe SmilerDiscover the ride ↗ Wicker Man wooden coaster at Alton Towers MUTINY BAYWicker ManDiscover the ride ↗

VISITOR ESSENTIALS

Plan it. Ride it.
Love every second.

Useful tips and tools to help you get the most out of your Alton Towers visit.

01Live queue timesCheck waiting times and make the most of your day.↗ 02Day plannerMake a plan that works for your group.↗ 03Visitor essentialsTravel advice, accessibility and visitor information.↗

STAY A LITTLE LONGER

The adventure
doesn't end here.

Make your visit an overnight adventure with Alton Towers short-break options.

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