Ticket includes: 30 minutes up high in one of our 32 pods. 360° moving views from the heart of the city. Get up close to London’s iconic landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. You can even see as far as Windsor Castle on a clear day!
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Can you just turn up at 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.
What does it cost to go up in the London Eye?
Cost of Standard tickets
| Visitor | Advance purchase | Last minute |
|---|---|---|
| Adult ticket (16+ years) | £24.50 | £31 |
| Child ticket (3 to 15 years) | £22 | £27.50 |
| Infant ticket (less than 3) | Free | Free |
Can we ride the London Eye?
Choose your package. The London Eye offers a variety of experiences at different prices. Standard tickets put you in a capsule with around 20 other people, where you can ride the Eye for about 30 minutes.
Can you go on the London Eye 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.
Do you need a time slot for 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. During peak periods such as weekends and school holidays, guests may experience longer waiting times to board the London Eye.
How long do you sit on the London Eye for?
Standard Ticket
30 minutes up high in one of our 32 pods. 360° moving views from the heart of the city. Get up close to London’s iconic landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. You can even see as far as Windsor Castle on a clear day!
Is riding the London Eye worth it?
We have been on it many times over the years and the London Eye views (on a clear day) are spectacular. Yes, it can be expensive, but there are often London Eye discounts (we will mention a few later in the post) and it really should be on your list of London things to do.
Is London Eye better at 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.
Can you pay for London Eye on the day?
Tickets for the London Eye must be pre-booked on our website. We strongly recommend pre-booking your tickets in advance to guarantee entry.
What happens if the London Eye breaks down?
What happens if it breaks down and stops? In that very remote instance, there are back-up diesel generators to turn the wheel. If these fails, there is very little friction in the wheel and two men can pull it round with a piece of rope.
Who can go on the London Eye?
Please note that children aged 15 years or younger must be accompanied onto the London Eye by an adult aged 18 years or older. Children aged 2 and under can board the London Eye free of charge, however must have a ticket for entry, which can be collected from the Ticket Office located opposite the London Eye.
Why is the London Eye closed?
Yes, London Eye generally closes during January for annual maintenance work. Our Annual Maintenance dates are scheduled as Monday 10th – 23rd January 2022.
What time is the best for London Eye?
Best time. 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 if I miss my time slot London Eye?
If you are running late, please speak to a member of our team onsite who will be happy to assist.
What happens if I miss my London Eye time slot?
We understand that circumstances beyond your control can result into you arriving to the Coca-Cola London Eye later than your arrival time slot. If you are running late, please speak to a member of our team onsite and they will endeavour to ensure your entry at the next available time.
Is the shard or London Eye better?
Which is Taller? Both attractions are record breakers. The London Eye reaches an impressive height of 135 metres and is the tallest observation wheel in the world! The Shard on the other hand is the tallest building in Western Europe.
How many people fit in a car on the London Eye?
Each capsule has a capacity of 25 passengers and rests on motorized mounts that function in such a way that the capsule remains upright as the wheel turns. The wheel moves so slowly—two revolutions per hour—that it need not stop for boarding or disembarkation of passengers, except for those with disabilities.
Is it worth going to the top of the Shard?
The View from The Shard is not just any old observation deck, it’s a modern, entertaining, educational experience with the wow-factor, and it covers floors 68, 69 and 72. You could say it’s the real highlight of visiting The Shard.
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.
Does the London Eye stop to let people on and off?
The wheel moves so slowly, it doesn’t need to stop to let people on and off. In fact, the London Eye moves so slowly that it generally doesn’t need to stop to let people on and off. Of course, it can stop for people with mobility requirements.