Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London.
The London Eye is one of the most recognisable London landmarks and sits only a short walk away from Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London. This London attraction is the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel, where you will be able to experience the beautiful sights of the London skyline from a 360° angle.
Where is the London Eye city?
London Eye is located on the banks of the Thames, just across the bridge from Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. As such, it’s in the heart of central London, and is nicely close to a wide array of attractions.
What district is the London Eye in?
borough of Lambeth
London Eye, formerly Millennium Wheel, revolving observation wheel, or Ferris wheel, in London, on the South Bank of the River Thames in the borough of Lambeth.
How long is the Eye ride in London?
30 minutes
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!
Where can I park near the London Eye on Sunday?
- Waterloo. £72 hours. 7 min.
- Park Plaza County Hall London. Customers only. £92 hours. 9 min.
- St Thomas’ Hospital. Visitors only. £6.402 hours. 10 min.
- Royal National Theatre. 290 spaces. 13 min. 6′ 2″
- Waterloo. 90 spaces. 14 min.
- Doon Street. 60 spaces. 16 min.
- South Bank. 500 spaces. 18 min. 5′ 7″
- Westminster. 183 spaces. £182 hours. 20 min.
What is London Eye famous for?
At 135m, The London Eye is the world’s largest cantilevered observation wheel. It was conceived and designed by Marks Barfield Architects and was launched in 2000. It has won over 85 awards for national and international tourism, outstanding architectural quality and engineering achievement.
Is London Eye worth visiting?
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. On a clear day you can see as far as Windsor Castle, over 20 miles away!
How do you get to the London Eye?
The London Eye is located within easy walking distance from several London Underground stations: Waterloo, Embankment, Charing Cross and Westminster. Waterloo is the closest tube station to the London Eye. Waterloo is about five minutes walking distance. Exit the station following signs for the South Bank.
How do I get from Paddington to the London Eye?
To get from Paddington Station to The London Eye (Tickets) in Waterloo, take the 205 bus from Paddington Station (H) stop to Baker Street Station (D) stop. Next, take the JUBILEE tube from Baker Street station to Waterloo station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is £4.15.
Why do they call it London Eye?
Why is the London Eye called so? The London Eye is the largest observation wheel in the world, built in 1999 on the south bank of the river Thames in London. Standing 135 metres high, it gives one a panoramic view of London up to 25 kilometres in all directions. Therefore, it’s called London Eye’.
What time is best for 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.
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.
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 |
Is there any free parking in London?
London has some generous parking rules on weekends ? You can park for free in most of the residents’ only spots for the entire weekend. Most of the metered spots are free of charge on Sunday.
Can you park anywhere in London for free?
There are no restrictions in the evening, usually between 6.30pm and 8.30am. On Saturday some areas allow free parking. In other areas it’s free after 1.30pm or 6.30pm. You can park for free all day Sunday.
Where should I park to visit London?
Q-Park operates 16 car parks in Central London, including Oxford Street, Park Lane, Soho, Leicester Square, Trafalgar Square, Chinatown, Harley Street, Queensway, Victoria and Knightsbridge. If you want to plan ahead, visit the Parkopedia website to search for parking spaces at your destination.
Is the London Eye expensive?
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. We rate it as one of the best attractions in London for kids.
Can you eat on the London Eye?
Bottled water is permitted onto the London Eye, however no hot food is allowed onto the London Eye. Alcohol is not permitted on the London Eye unless you are partaking in Champagne Experience, and are accompanied by one of our Champagne hosts.
What is inside London Eye?
The London Eye has a total of 32 capsules, one to represent each of London’s 32 boroughs. The temperature-controlled ovoidal capsule can hold up to 25 people in each pod. The wheel rotates at 26 cm per second covering one revolution in 30 minutes.
Which is better shard or London Eye?
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. Its observation deck “The View from the Shard” is a massive 244 metres above ground….
What do you wear to the London Eye?
We do not operate a dress code for visiting the London Eye, however we would recommend dressing accordingly for the weather.