The London Eye

The London Eye is a massive Ferris wheel located on the Thames River in the heart of London. It is a huge tourist attraction and the largest Ferris wheel in all of Europe!  On a clear day, at the top one can experience a breath taking view of the entire city. A regular priced adult ticket will cost about 19 Euros.

FACTS ABOUT LONDON EYE:

-3.5 million people come to experience the London Eye each year.

-30 minute total time on ride

-32 high-tech capsules, approximately 28 guests per capsule

-135 meters high making it amongst the top five tallest structures in London

TIPS:

Check the hours of operation:

If you travel to London during the wintertime, like I did, make sure you check when the London Eye is open! We unfortunately did not, so we did not get a chance to experience it. The London Eye is usually closed for a couple weeks in January for routine annual maintenance.  This past year, 2012, it was closed from January 7^th to January 21^st.  

Book online:

If you book your ticket online, you receive a 10% discount on all tickets.  They also have different prices for senior citizens, children, and a special for a family of four. In addition, you can book different packages which can include a glass of champagne or the perk of priority boarding.

For hours of operation and more information click HERE.