Why would you visit the London Eye?

An Unparalleled Experience: The London Eye is the only attraction offering a constantly changing 360 degree perspective of central London. Our London Eye & Tower Bridge ticket offers a cost effective way to enjoy unparalleled views of London’s main heritage sites. …

What visitors say about London Eye?

I think it’s a very touristy thing to do and quite expensive for a “ferris wheel” ride but as a tourist, it’s one of those things you have to try. We got there at a good time. There were only 6 of us in a capsule.

How does it feel to be on the London Eye?

A London Eye ticket gets you one rotation on the Ferris wheel which takes approximately 30 minutes. The ride is incredibly smooth (even on windy days), so if you’re feeling anxious about being up high, don’t fret.

Is London Eye worth visiting?

views: Is the London Eye worth the views? The simple answer is yes. This is London’s equivalent to the Eiffel Tower and there’s no denying that London has one of the most impressive skylines in the world.

What type of attraction is the London Eye?

cantilevered observation wheel
The London Eye, or the Millennium Wheel, is a cantilevered observation wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames in London. It is Europe’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel, and is the most popular paid tourist attraction in the United Kingdom with over 3 million visitors annually.

What are some fun facts about the London Eye?

11 Fun Facts About The London Eye

• It wasn’t London’s first big wheel.
• It’s Europe’s tallest ‘ferris’ wheel.
• It’s very popular.
• It was supposed to be temporary.
• It opened late.
• It’s part Skoda.
• Unlucky number 13.
• It’s got one royal capsule.

How long do you sit in the London Eye?

Essentially the proposition is a very simple one. Ride a giant big wheel 135 metres high taking 30 minutes to travel one revolution. The London Eye is situated right at the tourist heart of London, (opposite Big Ben by the River Thames) with commanding views, (25 miles on a good day).

How long does the London Eye experience take?

about 30 minutes
London Eye Facts: The duration for a complete rotation takes about 30 minutes. Due to the maximum amount of 25 visitors in one capsule up to 1600 people can be transported in this attraction within an hour.

Is the London Eye good at night?

It’s especially nice to experience the nightfall, with the lights of the city, at the London Eye. To do this you should start the ride shortly after sunset (link with times below). Usually the queue times are not too long in the evening hours. The ride duration is around 30 minutes.

How much is London Eye worth?

London Eye
Cost	£70 million
Owner	Merlin Entertainments
Height	135 metres (443 ft)
Dimensions

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