London Eye - Standard Experience

About London Eye - Standard Experience

London Eye - Standard Experience at the London Eye on the South Bank of the River Thames gives you a 30-minute rotation in the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel. At 135 metres high, it offers 360-degree views across London from 32 high-tech glass capsules.

From the wheel you can see landmarks including Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and Trafalgar Square. On a clear day, the view can reach as far as Windsor Castle.

The experience is designed as a straightforward sightseeing visit, with standard entry and timed access at the attraction.

Key facts: One rotation takes approximately 30 minutes. The London Eye has 32 glass capsules and offers panoramic views up to 40 kilometres in all directions on a clear day.

Before you book

Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over. Infants aged 3 years and under are free, but they must still reserve a ticket.

Go to Standard Access (A) at the time shown on your e-ticket and present the ticket to staff for scanning before the start of your visit. You can show it printed or on a mobile device.

There are no exchanges or refunds after purchase.

The attraction is wheelchair accessible. Disabled guests should purchase a standard ticket and will qualify for one complimentary helper ticket, which should be requested on arrival on presentation of proof of disability. For health and safety reasons, only two wheelchairs are allowed per capsule and eight wheelchairs in total on the London Eye at any one time. Once booked, wheelchair timeslots should be arranged in advance by emailing customer.services@londoneye.com and quoting your order reference. Mobility scooters cannot be admitted.

Venue

London Eye
Riverside building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Rd, SE1 7PB

The London Eye is within walking distance of Waterloo, Embankment, Charing Cross and Westminster Underground stations. Waterloo is the closest station, about five minutes’ walk away. From Embankment and Charing Cross, allow around 10 to 15 minutes on foot and cross Hungerford Bridge. From Westminster, take exit one and follow signs for Westminster Pier.

Accessibility contact: customer.services@londoneye.com