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London: London Eye

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1-2 hours
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South Bank
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Wheelchair Accessibility:

Yes

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Operating Hours:Monday - Sunday: 11:00 - 18:00. Summer and school holidays: 10:00 - 20:30

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The Vibe:A slow revolution with London laid out below.

A wheel of 32 capsules lifts riders 135 metres above the Thames for a slow, 30-minute revolution. What opened as a 2000 Millennium landmark has become one of London's most distinctive silhouettes.
Capsules glide silently upward as the city unrolls — Parliament to the north, Tower Bridge east, Wembley Arch on a clear day. Inside, glass from every angle; outside, wind off the river.

  • • Europe's tallest cantilevered observation wheel at 135 metres
  • • Opened for the Millennium celebrations in March 2000
  • • Hosts around 3 million riders annually
  • • Ranked among the world's most popular paid attractions for two decades

Persona Fit

  • 👨‍👩‍👧 Families: Kids love the height; capsules are enclosed and safe
  • 💕 Couples: Private capsules available for proposals and champagne rides
  • 👵 Seniors: Fully step-free; seating provided inside each capsule
  • 📸 Photographers: Midday for clearest long views; dusk for city lights

Highlights

  • 30-minute full rotation — slow enough to photograph and absorb
  • Panoramic views of Westminster, the Shard and beyond
  • Enclosed glass capsules — weather-proof and climate-controlled
  • Night Flights — illuminated London skyline from above
  • Champagne and Premium packages for special occasions
  • 4D Experience pre-flight film included with standard ticket — Hidden Gem

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Sarah Riches

Our London Local Expert

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Overview
Persona Fit
Highlights
Choose Best Products
Plan Your Visit (FAQ’s)
Things To Do Nearby
TJ's Guide
Know Your Facts
Once You Reach
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