You will see most of London landmarks: the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Shard, the river Thames of course, Buckingham Palace, The Tower and The Houses of Parliament, St. Paul’s Cathedral, London parks and gardens and so much more.
How long do you spend on the London Eye?
around 30 minutes
One rotation on the London Eye will take around 30 minutes.
Why is the London Eye worth visiting?
A London Icon: The London Eye has quickly reached an iconic status and is regularly used in PR across the world to symbolize modern London. Gracefully hanging over the river Thames, the London Eye is a feat of design and engineering, the first of its kind and the only cantilevered observation wheel in the world.
Do you stand on London Eye?
For you to have a nice experience, the glass pods have seats (but feel free to stand too, if you want) and air-conditioning so you won’t have to worry about not being comfortable.
What is special about the London Eye?
At 135m, The London Eye is the world’s largest cantilevered observation wheel. It was conceived and designed by Marks Barfield Architects and was launched in 2000. It has won over 85 awards for national and international tourism, outstanding architectural quality and engineering achievement.
Is riding the London Eye worth it?
We have been on it many times over the years and the London Eye views (on a clear day) are spectacular. Yes, it can be expensive, but there are often London Eye discounts (we will mention a few later in the post) and it really should be on your list of London things to do.
Is London Eye better at night or day?
Avoid peak times
The London Eye is busiest between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. during the UK school holidays, and is quieter at the beginning and end of their opening hours, which vary throughout the year.
What time is best for London Eye?
Best Time to Visit the London Eye
The early London Eye opening times from 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM has a lot of crowds, so it’s best recommended to go right when the London Eye opens or just before it closes.
What does it cost to ride on the London Eye?
London Eye
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult (15 years +) | INR 2,584 |
| Fast Track (No Waiting) | |
| Child (6-12 years) | INR 3,045 |
| Adult (12 years +) | INR 3,506 |
What age is London Eye for?
Please note that children aged 15 years or younger must be accompanied onto the London Eye by an adult aged 18 years or older. Children aged 2 and under can board the London Eye free of charge, however must have a ticket for entry, which can be collected from the Ticket Office located opposite the London Eye.
Can you just turn up and go on the London Eye?
Ticket information
The London Eye is one of London’s most popular attractions and at peak times queues are lengthy. If you just turn up on the day you will pay more for your ticket and how long you will have to wait will depend on when the next availability is and the ticket type you select.
Can you bring a backpack on the London Eye?
Laptops. Small day size rucksacks and bags (maximum size 18″ x 13″ x 8″ or 46cm x 33cm x 20cm) Baby bags. Drinking water.
Can you take pictures on the London Eye?
Cameras are permitted onto the London Eye, however recording devices and tripods are not. If you are looking to capture promotional footage, you must get express permission from our Duty Managers before filming.
What is inside London Eye?
The London Eye has a total of 32 capsules, one to represent each of London’s 32 boroughs. The temperature-controlled ovoidal capsule can hold up to 25 people in each pod. The wheel rotates at 26 cm per second covering one revolution in 30 minutes.
Does the London Eye go fast?
2. A ride on the London Eye takes 30 minutes, and it travels at a speed of about 0.6 miles per hour.
Why is there no number 13 on the London Eye?
There are 32 capsules in total; one for each of the London boroughs. For superstitious reasons they are numbered up to 33, with capsule 13 left out for good luck. 4. Each of the 32 capsules weighs 11 tonnes.
Can you sleep on the London Eye?
The location is prime, the architecture is extraordinary and the views are unbeatable. Of course, we’re talking about the London Eye. But like never before, you could win an overnight stay in this iconic London landmark.
Is there a toilet on the London Eye?
Please note there are no toilet facilities on-board the London Eye itself.
Can you take food and drink on the London Eye?
Bottled water is permitted onto the London Eye, however no hot food is allowed onto the London Eye. Alcohol is not permitted on the London Eye unless you are partaking in Champagne Experience, and are accompanied by one of our Champagne hosts.
What time is the last ride on the London Eye?
Opening times for the London Eye
From September through June, the London Eye is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. However, tickets can be purchased as from 9:30 a.m. The capsules start moving at 10:00 a.m. In the months of July and August, the view can be enjoyed for an extra hour (until 9:30 p.m.).
Can I pay cash for London Eye?
Please note The London Eye is now cashless.