Tickets for the London Eye must be pre-booked on our website. We strongly recommend pre-booking your tickets in advance to guarantee entry.
Can you just turn up to the London Eye?
Ticket information
The London Eye is one of London’s most popular attractions and at peak times queues are lengthy. If you just turn up on the day you will pay more for your ticket and how long you will have to wait will depend on when the next availability is and the ticket type you select.
Do you have to make a reservation on the London Eye?
Pre-booking is essential, including flexi ticket holders and anyone with a promotional voucher. For annual pass holders, please follow the annual pass holders pre-book page here.
How far in advance do you need to book London Eye?
As for the London Eye, we have been many times and have been able to book good tickets a day in advance, but to be on the safe side, 2-3 days should be ample, however, if the date you wish to go is a weekend or public holiday, the sooner the better. Hope you have a great experience! over a year ago.
Is it worth getting a fast track ticket for the London Eye?
The fast track ticket will have you waiting in no more than a 15-20 minute line (we only waited about 3 minutes) and considering how long the line can get during peak hours, I’d recommend the fast track for you if you’re at all on a time crunch. Keep in mind that the standard entry queue time can be around 45 minutes.
What happens if you are late for the London Eye?
If you are running late, please speak to a member of our team onsite who will be happy to assist.
Is London Eye better day or night?
Avoid peak times
The London Eye is busiest between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. during the UK school holidays, and is quieter at the beginning and end of their opening hours, which vary throughout the year.
Do you have to queue for the London Eye?
Boarding the London Eye will involve some queuing. We do recommend that quieter times of the day to visit are usually early morning for first entry or later in the day towards last entry.
How long does a ride on the London Eye take?
around 30 minutes
One rotation on the London Eye will take around 30 minutes.
Is the Tube more expensive during rush hour?
We charge higher fares at the busiest times of the day. Peak and off-peak fares are charged based on the time you touch in.
How long does a London day ticket last?
Off-Peak Day Travelcards are valid for travel from 09:30 Monday to Friday, any time at weekends and on public holidays, and until 04:29 the following morning and are available only as Zones 1-6.
Can you bring a backpack on the London Eye?
The following items are permitted on the London Eye: Briefcases. Laptops. Small day size rucksacks and bags (maximum size 18″ x 13″ x 8″ or 46cm x 33cm x 20cm)
What’s the best time of day to ride the London Eye?
The best time to ride the London Eye is early in the morning, as soon as the attraction opens, i.e. in winter at 11 AM and in summer at 10 AM (ticket offices open 30 minutes earlier). The London Eye is one of the most popular attractions in the British capital.
What is the best time of day to go on the London Eye?
Best Time to Visit the London Eye
The early London Eye opening times from 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM has a lot of crowds, so it’s best recommended to go right when the London Eye opens or just before it closes.
How can I save money on the London Eye?
London Eye tickets are not cheap but there are ways to slash the cost.
Travel tips
- Always book your ticket in advance to save time, spend less and reduce stress.
- Bring good shoes, because even if you get skip-the-line tickets, you still have a half-hour wait in the boarding line.
- Carry something warm.
How long do you have to wait for the London Eye queue?
We ask guests to anticipate queues of around 45 minutes for Standard tickets, a queue time of around 20 minutes for Fast Track ticket holders. Please note, these timescales can increase during peak periods.
How many times do you go around on the London Eye?
A leisurely rotation in one of the 32 high-tech glass pods takes approximately 30 minutes and gives you an ever-changing perspective of London. If you can’t wait to get up in the sky you can skip the queues with a fast-track entry ticket.
How much does it cost to take the London Eye?
London Eye
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult (15 years +) | INR 2,584 |
| Fast Track (No Waiting) | |
| Child (6-12 years) | INR 3,045 |
| Adult (12 years +) | INR 3,506 |
How do you avoid rush hour?
The best time to leave to avoid traffic on a long drive is early in the morning before 6 am. When traveling by car you should aim to avoid rush hour congestion by aiming to start your road trip first thing in the morning. Aim to be out of the city and on the highway before 7 am to avoid unwanted delays.
Can you get a 24 hour Tube ticket?
You can either get a 24 hour or 7-day Travelcard. Residents can also get monthly or annual Travelcards. When buying a 24 hour Travelcard, you can choose a Day Anytime, which can be used at any time of the day and is valid until 4:30 am the next day.
What is the cheapest way to get around London?
How to travel cheap in London
- Get an Oyster card.
- Go contactless.
- Know where you’re travelling to.
- Avoid travelling during peak hours.
- Take the bus for long distances.
- Take advantage of the Hopper fare.
- Rent a bike when it’s sunny.
- Walk wherever possible.