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Alton Towers Rides Guide

The UK's Largest Theme Park

🎢 40+ Rides 📊 View Queues 🎟️ Get Tickets

📊 Live Queue Times

Nemesis Reborn 30m

TH13TEEN 10m

Rita 35m

Galactica 65m

The Smiler Closed

Wicker Man 50m

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🏰 Welcome to Alton Towers Resort

Alton Towers Resort is a renowned theme park located in Staffordshire, England. It is the largest theme park in the UK, covering 910 acres and boasting over 40 rides and attractions. Originally a landscaped garden in the Victorian era, Alton Towers has evolved into a world-class theme park, attracting millions of visitors annually.

Whether you're a thrill-seeker or prefer a gentler pace, there's something for everyone at Alton Towers. From the heart-stopping Oblivion, a vertical drop rollercoaster that plunges you into the depths of darkness, to the exhilarating Wicker Man, a wooden rollercoaster that races through a fiery inferno, Alton Towers offers a diverse range of rides to suit all tastes.

For those who prefer a more family-friendly experience, there are classic rides like the Runaway Mine Train and the Congo River Rapids, as well as CBeebies Land, a dedicated area for younger visitors.

Alton Towers Resort is not just a theme park; it's a destination. With themed hotels, restaurants, and shops, you can immerse yourself in the Alton Towers experience and make the most of your visit. So, whether you're planning a day trip or a short break, Alton Towers Resort is the perfect place to create unforgettable memories with family and friends.

🎢 All Alton Towers Rides and Attractions

Alton Towers X-Sector

Alton Towers: Oblivion

Oblivion at Alton Towers is the world's first vertical drop rollercoaster, a pioneering dive coaster that changed the theme park industry forever. Located in the X-Sector, this Bolliger & Mabillard creation takes you to the edge of the abyss before plunging you 180 feet into the darkness below at 68 mph. The ride begins with a slow, dramatic climb to the top, where you're held at the edge of a 90-degree vertical drop for a moment that feels like an eternity. Then, you plunge into a tunnel, surrounded by darkness and the rush of wind. Opening in 1998, Oblivion's iconic...

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Alton Towers Dark Forest

Alton Towers: Rita

Rita · Queen of Speed at Alton Towers is a high-octane launch rollercoaster that catapults riders from 0 to 62 mph in just 2.5 seconds. Located in the Dark Forest area, this Intamin Accelerator Coaster delivers an adrenaline rush like no other with its hydraulic launch system and 1.8G of acceleration. The ride features high-speed turns and airtime hills that keep the intensity high throughout. Opening in 2005, Rita was the UK's first hydraulic launch coaster and remains a firm favourite for thrill-seekers who crave pure speed. The iconic red and yellow colour scheme makes it instantly recognisable, while the...

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Alton Towers: Royal Carousel

The Royal Carousel at Alton Towers is a beautifully restored historic carousel built in 1860, now located in The Towers area near the main entrance. This charming attraction features intricately carved wooden horses and ornate details showcasing craftsmanship from a bygone era, with riders able to choose between sitting on beautifully painted horses or in elegant carriages. The gentle up-and-down motion is accompanied by traditional fairground music, creating a timeless, nostalgic experience. In 2018, the carousel was relocated to The Towers area as part of a major refurbishment, preserving its original features while making it accessible to a new generation....

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Alton Towers Katanga Canyon

Alton Towers: Runaway Mine Train

Runaway Mine Train at Alton Towers is a classic family rollercoaster that takes riders on a wild ride through a deserted mine in Katanga Canyon. Opening in 1992, this Mack Rides powered coaster is the park's oldest rollercoaster and reaches speeds of 22 mph over its 1,000-foot track. Unlike traditional rollercoasters, it uses a powered lift system that controls the train's speed, making it a perfect introduction to rollercoasters for younger riders. The ride features twists, turns, and small drops through immersive mining theming, complete with rock formations, tunnels, and mining equipment. With a height restriction of just 0.9m, it's...

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Alton Towers: Spinball Whizzer

Spinball Whizzer at Alton Towers is a thrilling spinning rollercoaster that combines the excitement of a coaster with the unpredictability of a spinning ride. Located in Forbidden Valley, this Maurer Rides creation has been entertaining families and thrill-seekers since 2004. The ride is themed around a giant pinball machine, with bright colours and playful theming creating a fun, energetic atmosphere. Each car seats four riders in a back-to-back configuration, with freely rotating cars that create a different experience every time you ride. Between 2010 and 2015, the ride was themed as Sonic Spinball featuring Sonic the Hedgehog, before reverting to...

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