The London Business News team headed down to Zip World London at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford to experience an exciting new summer collaboration with Planetarium Go.
Combining cutting-edge space education with high-altitude thrills, this partnership is set to be one of the city’s standout immersive attractions for July and August 2026 as this mobile planetarium hosting up to 60 guests per session travels across the UK.
Here are the key highlights from our exclusive first look:
1. Immersive Space Exploration at Planetarium Go
Stepping into the Planetarium Go dome feels like entering another world. Visitors are equipped with high-tech headsets that deliver immersive audio, creating what the organizers call “pure magic” for keeping kids and adults alike completely engaged and transported into virtual reality.
- The Experience: The dome hosts rotating 20-to-30-minute educational films and presentations designed to make science accessible and inspire the next generation of space enthusiasts.
- How to Book: Daily slots are available on the Planetarium Go! website, where films are handily categorized by recommended age groups so parents can choose the perfect fit for their visit.
2. 360° Views from Zip World’s ArcelorMittal Orbit Viewing Platform
The collaboration perfectly utilizes its Stratford location. A Planetarium Go ticket grants visitors discounted access to Zip World London’s panoramic viewing platform. At 80 meters high, it offers breathtaking 360-degree skyline views across the Olympic Park and wider London, making it an incredible space to explore before or after the planetarium show.
3. Braving the World’s Tallest Tunnel Slide
To top off the experience with the lift-off kick, we took the ultimate plunge down the Orbit sculpture via The Helix—the world’s longest and tallest tunnel slide. The exhilarating descent loops around the iconic structure 12 times, reaching speeds of up to 15 mph down from 78 metres high.
Watch how our editor Manuela takes off in our video and get yourself filmed as you take the dip!
4. Special Event: Free Stargazing Night
Mark your calendars for July 18th! Planetarium Go will be hosting a completely free community stargazing session right in front of the main stadium entrance. The event will feature:
- High-powered telescopes for viewing the moon and stars.
- Expert guides on hand to explain the cosmos.
- A dedicated selfie point featuring a massive inflatable moon.
Plan Your Visit
Planetarium Go! will be stationed at Zip World London throughout July and August. As a bonus, visitors can grab a 30% discount for Zip World London experiences.
Check out our full video tour of the experience below!
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