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The London Eye (or Millennium Wheel) elbowed its way onto the capital's tourist scene as one of the statement pieces to mark the turn of the century (see also The Millennium Bridge) and quickly became a definitive part of the London experience. This spectacularly streamlined riverside wheel stands an impressive 135 meters tall and allows inhabitants of its sleek, modern, totally see-through glass-pods an unrivalled 360 degree view of London and beyond. The Houses of Parliament, Canary Wharf, Big Ben, the glorious old winding Father Thames and Windsor Castle are just a few of the 55 attractions that can be admired from the top of the arc. On a clear day the view extends to 25 miles in each direction. It moves at a slow but steady pace, taking 30 minutes to complete its flight. Because of its popularity, there are usually lengthy queues to book tickets and then to board the flight. Online booking saves time. A variety of different ticketing options and packages are available depending on your individual requirements. You can choose to upgrade to a Fast Track ticket, which entitles you to check in just 15 minutes before your flight, or spend the flight in the company of a London guide or a glass of champagne. The flight only lasts 30 minutes and its bound to be busy but this is still top of the London must-do list.
Best for: Sleek, see-through pods, sight-spotting views and riverside vistas.
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Sights Near London Eye |
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| London Sights and Attractions |
| Battersea Power Station |
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188
Kirtling Street,
Battersea,
London,
SW8
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1.72 miles distance from London Eye
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| London Sights and Attractions |
| City Hall |
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110
The Queen's Walk,
Bankside,
London,
SE1
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1.79 miles distance from London Eye
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Sights and Attractions Near London Eye |
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| London Sights and Attractions |
| London Aquarium |
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County Hall,
Westminster Bridge Road,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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2 minutes distance from London Eye
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| London Sights and Attractions |
| Dali Universe |
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Riverside Building County Hall,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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2 minutes distance from London Eye
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Event Near London Eye |
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| London Event |
| New Year's Eve Fireworks 2009 |
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Jubilee Gardens, South Bank,
Lambeth,
London,
SE1
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0 minutes distance from London Eye
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Hotels Near London Eye |
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| London Hotels |
| London Marriott County Hall |
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Westminster Bridge Road,
London,
SE1
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2 minutes distance from London Eye
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| A simply unbeatable location for anyone who loves to keep themselves busy. London's County Hall is at the heart of the South Bank, surrounded by ...More...
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| London Hotels |
| Park Plaza County Hall |
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1
Addington Street,
London,
SE1
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14 minutes distance from London Eye
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Event Near London Eye |
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| London Event |
| New Year's Eve Fireworks 2009 |
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London Eye,
South Bank,
SE1
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0 minutes distance from London Eye
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| London Event |
| World Press Photo |
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Southbank Centre: Royal Festival Hall,
Belvedere Road,
SE1
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4 minutes distance from London Eye
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| American photographer Anthony Suau is the winner of the World Press Photo of the Year 2008 and you can see his award-winning photograph along with ...More...
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Entertainment Near London Eye |
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6 minutes distance from London Eye
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Shopping Near London Eye |
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| London Shopping |
| I Knit London |
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106
Lower Marsh,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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10 minutes distance from London Eye
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| Stocking a wide range of yarns, needles, patterns and accessories, I Knit London started as a knitting community in Vauxhall in January 2006, meeting at ...More...
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| London Shopping |
| Konditor & Cook |
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22
Cornwall Road,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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10 minutes distance from London Eye
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Restaurants Near London Eye |
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| London Restaurants |
| Canteen |
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Royal Festival Hall,
Belvedere Road,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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4 minutes distance from London Eye
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| The menu here reads like a comforting childhood reminiscence with some sophisticated bunting thrown on top. Devilled kidneys on toast, followed by an excellent slow-roast ...More...
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| London Restaurants |
| Giraffe |
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Unit 1,
Royal Festival Hall Riverside,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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4 minutes distance from London Eye
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Education Near London Eye |
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| London Education |
| Morley College |
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61
Westminster Bridge Road,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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14 minutes distance from London Eye
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Leisure Near London Eye |
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| London Leisure |
| Jubilee Gardens |
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3
Belvedere Road,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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2 minutes distance from London Eye
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| London Leisure |
| The London Bicycle Tour Company |
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1a
Gabriel's Wharf,
56 Upper Ground,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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11 minutes distance from London Eye
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Pubs Near London Eye |
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| London Pubs |
| The White Hart |
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29
Cornwall Road,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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10 minutes distance from London Eye
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| London Pubs |
| King's Arms |
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25
Roupell Street,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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11 minutes distance from London Eye
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Business Near London Eye |
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| London Business |
| London Eye |
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Jubilee Gardens,
South Bank,
South Bank,
London,
SE1
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