The London Eye
The London Eye
- Attraction
- Fun & Entertainment
- Landmark
The London Eye attracts over three and a half million visitors per year, making it the number one destination for people visiting the city. Those who ride the London Eye get the chance to see unique 360-degree panoramic views of the city. One revolution takes 30 minutes guaranteeing more than enough time to see London’s sights and landmarks from different perspectives.
On a clear day, it is possible to see up to 40km in each direction, even seeing as far as Windsor Castle, whilst still allowing people to see the details of the city unfolding beneath their feet.
In addition, visitors can attend the London Eye 4D Cinema Experience, free with the purchase of every ticket. It is the first live-action 4D attraction film ever produced in the UK and contains the first ever 3D aerial photography of London. Multi-sensory special effects including bubbles, wind and scent help bring London to life through unique perspectives. Lasting only four minutes it is an ideal introduction for visits to the London Eye.
Key Points
- Although not the tallest Ferris wheel in the world, at 135 metres tall, the London Eye is the tallest cantilevered observation wheel in the world
- Each capsule travels 2300 miles each year, which is the distance from London to Cairo
- The 32 capsules on the London Eye are representative of the 32 London boroughs
- The London Eye cost £70 million to construct.
Location
The London Eye
The London Eye
- Attraction
- Fun & Entertainment
- Landmark
The London Eye attracts over three and a half million visitors per year, making it the number one destination for people visiting the city. Those who ride the London Eye get the chance to see unique 360-degree panoramic views of the city. One revolution takes 30 minutes guaranteeing more than enough time to see London’s sights and landmarks from different perspectives.
On a clear day, it is possible to see up to 40km in each direction, even seeing as far as Windsor Castle, whilst still allowing people to see the details of the city unfolding beneath their feet.
In addition, visitors can attend the London Eye 4D Cinema Experience, free with the purchase of every ticket. It is the first live-action 4D attraction film ever produced in the UK and contains the first ever 3D aerial photography of London. Multi-sensory special effects including bubbles, wind and scent help bring London to life through unique perspectives. Lasting only four minutes it is an ideal introduction for visits to the London Eye.
- Although not the tallest Ferris wheel in the world, at 135 metres tall, the London Eye is the tallest cantilevered observation wheel in the world
- Each capsule travels 2300 miles each year, which is the distance from London to Cairo
- The 32 capsules on the London Eye are representative of the 32 London boroughs
- The London Eye cost £70 million to construct.