London Eye
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London Eye - by Ozgur Kara on Unsplash
Description
The London Eye is Europe's tallest cantilevered observation wheel and the most popular paid attraction in the country. The wheel measures 122m in diameter and the structure tops at 135m making it one of the highest observation points in the city. There are 32 air-conditioned capsules with a maximum capacity of 25 people each and customers go full circle in 30 mins.
Access & Transport
The attraction is located on the Southern bank of the river Thames, diagonally across the Palace of Westminster / Big Ben and next to the SEA Life Aquarium. The Waterloo underground and train stations are located a couple of streets back, a short 5' walk away and Westminster underground station is across the Westminster Bridge - so that is a total of 6 underground lines available to get there. Several bus routes serve the area as well and one can walk from the Westminster neighbourhood.
Instructions & Recommendations
Make sure you book ahead of time (it is cheaper) and avoid foggy and rainy days, if possible. We would recommend combining this attraction with the Westminster-based attractions such as Westminster Abbey and a visit of the UK Parliament or the adjacent SEA Life Aquarium.
Environmental & Social
The attraction requires a meaningful amount of electricity to run (including the A/C and ventilation). Socially neutral
Conclusion
The London Eye has become an icon of the city skyline and attracts a large customer base on that basis. If this is something you want to do, then you will probably enjoy it; if you are not quite sure, then we think your money can be better spent somewhere else - it is nice but not worth the ticket price if one is objective about it.
Key positive
The attraction has become a landmark
Great views over the Westminster area and its tourist highlights
Key negative
Too expensive
Not a very dynamic experience (a slow rise and fall over 30mins with limited change in views)
Suitability
Suitable for all ages. Fully accessible but restrictions on number of wheelchairs per capsule
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 25m
est. visit time:1h
Start of Season 1:Sep, 01
MONDAY11:00 - 18:00
TUESDAY11:00 - 18:00
WEDNESDAY11:00 - 18:00
THURSDAY11:00 - 18:00
FRIDAY11:00 - 18:00
SATURDAY11:00 - 18:00
SUNDAY11:00 - 18:00
Start of Season 2:Jun, 01
MONDAY10:00 - 20:30
TUESDAY10:00 - 20:30
WEDNESDAY10:00 - 20:30
THURSDAY10:00 - 20:30
FRIDAY10:00 - 20:30
SATURDAY10:00 - 20:30
SUNDAY10:00 - 20:30