Best Tours & Tickets: Up at The O2

Across the booking platforms we compare, most options for this experience fall between $50 and $60, with a median price of $54. While the typical spread ranges from around $49 to $159, you can generally find solid choices within that mid-range band without needing to stretch your budget significantly.

With an average rating of 4.86 stars across more than 19,700 combined reviews, these experiences are highly regarded by travellers. Most of the options we compare (75%) include a guide, which adds context to the summit views. Since the activity is heavily themed as an adventure or climbing experience rather than just sightseeing, a guided tour often provides better value than a standalone entry ticket.

The most common inclusions across the options we compare are:

• A guide (included in 75% of listings)
• Equipment provided (included in roughly half of the options)
• Entry tickets (included in about 30% of the options)

While drinks and safety briefings are less common, the fact that equipment is frequently provided suggests many of these are structured climbing or adventure activities rather than simple walks.

Most tours last between 1.5 and 2 hours, with the median duration sitting at 1.5 hours. This makes it a manageable half-day activity that fits easily into a London itinerary without taking up the entire day.

Accessibility information is not prominently featured in the data we aggregate for this specific attraction. Given that walking accounts for 88% of how tours get around and the primary theme is adventure/climbing, standard accessibility features may be limited. We recommend checking the specific details of individual listings on booking platforms if mobility access is a priority.

You can book tours in English, Italian, Portuguese, and French. English is the primary language for the majority of the options, but if you prefer another language, roughly a quarter of the listings cater to those specific markets.

Booking ahead is advisable because instant confirmation is available for 75% of the options we compare, but free cancellation is only offered by 38%. Popular time slots can fill up, especially since the experience is rated so highly. Securing your spot early ensures you get the preferred time and potentially better rates.

Use a contactless bank card or Oyster card. Daily fares are capped, making it cost effective.

Yes, most lines run until midnight. Some stations close overnight, so check TfL status online first.

Check your bill first. A service charge is often included. If not, leaving ten percent is standard practice.