Alton Towers Resort

Alton Towers Resort – 2026 Opening Hours (subject to seasonal changes)

• Main Theme Park: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM (weekdays) / 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM (weekends & school holidays)
• Waterpark: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM daily (last entry one hour prior to closing)
• Scarefest & Fireworks weekends: Extended hours until 9:00 PM – check event calendar
• Closed: The majority of November – February, except for Christmas and February Half Term events

⭐ Top tip: Arrive at least 30 minutes before opening to beat queues at the car park and main entrance.

Online Saver Tickets (book at least 7 days in advance):

• 1 Day Pass: £32 (gate price £68)
• 2 Day Pass: £49 (gate price £80)
• Parent & Toddler 1 Day Pass: £29 (gate price £68) (excludes weekends & school holidays)
• Children under 90cm in height: Free entry
• Carer: Disabled guests pay the standard rate for a ticket and will be provided with one free Essential Companion ticket.

🎫 Annual Passes:

• Alton Towers Annual Pass: £64 – unlimited admission to Alton Towers
• Merlin Annual Pass (Essential): £139 – also includes Chessington, Thorpe Park and LEGOLAND
• Merlin Annual Pass (Gold): £239 – also includes Chessington, Thorpe Park and LEGOLAND
• Merlin Annual Pass (Platinum): £299 – also includes Chessington, Thorpe Park and LEGOLAND

🌧️ Rainy day guarantee: If heavy rain closes outdoor rides for 2+ hours, you get a free return ticket.

Address: Alton Towers, Alton, Staffordshire, ST10 4DB, United Kingdom

By Car: From M1 or M6, follow signs for A50 towards Uttoxeter, then A52 to Alton. £13 car parking for theme park ticket holders (pre-book premium parking also available).

By Train: Nearest stations: Uttoxeter (9 miles) or Stoke-on-Trent (15 miles). Connecting shuttle buses operate from Uttoxeter on peak days. Taxi-only from Stoke-on-Trent.

Coach: The Coach Company operates a service on weekends from a number of cities and towns including Birmingham, Dudley, Wolverhampton, London, Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, Barnsley, Stockport, Widnes, Warrington, Leicester, Loughborough, Nottingham, and Macclesfield.

📍 Sat Nav: Use postcode ST10 4DB. For accessible parking, follow blue badge signs to the accessible car park near the entrance.

Maximize your Alton Towers adventure with these expert tips:

• 🎢 Ride strategy: Hit 'The Smiler' and 'Wicker Man' first thing – queues build quickly. Use single rider lanes where available.
• 📱 Download the app: Real-time queue times, interactive map, and virtual queuing for selected rides (free).
• 🍔 Food & drink: Pack a picnic (designated areas near the lake) or try 'Rollercoaster Restaurant' for a unique dining experience.
• 👟 Wear comfortable shoes: The park spans 500+ acres – you'll easily walk 10-15 miles in a day.
• 🌦️ Weather ready: Some rides close during lightning – bring waterproofs and check the forecast.
• 🏨 Stay overnight: Alton Towers Hotel, Splash Landings Hotel, or CBeebies Land Hotel offer early ride access (1 hour before general public).

🎁 Extra tip: Book your tickets + parking online at least 7 days ahead for best price and guaranteed entry on sold-out dates.