London Eye
Jubilee Gardens,  South Bank, Lambeth,  London,  SE1 7PB
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The world's largest observation wheel located on the banks of the Thames river.

Voted the world’s most popular tourist attraction in Spring 2005, the London Eye elbowed its way onto the capital’s tourist scene only a few years ago but has already become a definitive part of the London experience. This spectacularly streamlined riverside wheel boasts an impressive 150 metre arc and allows inhabitants of its sleek, modern, totally see-through glass-pods an unrivalled 360˚ 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 it’s 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.

Also known as:
Millenium Wheel

Did you know:
On average the Eye travels at a speed of 0.26 metres per second and makes 8000 rotations a year.
 
What's On at London Eye
 
New Year's Eve Fireworks 2008
31st December 2008 - 31st December 2008
The annual display, launched from the foot of the London...
Visiting London Eye
 
 
Opening Times
Daily from 9:30
 
Ticket Prices
£13.50 (Adults 16+) £6.50 (Children 5-15), Free (Under 5s), £10 (Over 60s) - arrive early or late to avoid large queues
 
Travel
 
Underground Stations
Waterloo Tube (7 minutes)
Lambeth North Tube (12 minutes)
Railway Stations
Waterloo Railway Station (7 minutes)
Waterloo East Railway Station (7 minutes)
 
 
 
Car Parking
 
Q-Park Waterloo A (7 minutes)
Coin Street NCP (11 minutes)
 
 
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4 minutes distance from London Eye
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London Aquarium
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2 minutes distance from London Eye
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Park Plaza County Hall
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6 minutes distance from London Eye
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14 minutes distance from London Eye
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24 minutes distance from London Eye
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Lift Festival
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4 minutes distance from London Eye
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I Knit London
106 Lower Marsh, Lambeth,  London,  SE1
10 minutes distance from London Eye
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Konditor & Cook
22 Cornwall Road, Lambeth,  London,  SE1
10 minutes distance from London Eye
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Canteen
Royal Festival Hall,  Belvedere Road, Lambeth,  London,  SE1
4 minutes distance from London Eye
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Giraffe
Unit 1,  Royal Festival Hall Riverside, Lambeth,  London,  SE1
4 minutes distance from London Eye
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Local Education Near London Eye
 
 
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Morley College
61 Westminster Bridge Road, Southwark,  London,  SE1
14 minutes distance from London Eye
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London Bicycle Tour Company
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11 minutes distance from London Eye
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29 Cornwall Road, Lambeth,  London,  SE1
10 minutes distance from London Eye
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King's Arms
25 Roupell Street, Lambeth,  London,  SE1
11 minutes distance from London Eye
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2 minutes distance from London Eye
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London Eye
Jubilee Gardens,  South Bank, Lambeth,  London,  SE1
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