How long does the London Eye take?

approximately 30 minutes
How long does it take to go round the London Eye? The gradual rotation in one of the 32 high-tech glass capsules takes approximately 30 minutes and gives you an ever-changing perspective of London. You can skip most of the queues with a fast-track entry ticket.

Does the London Eye swing?

At the top of the London Eye, on a clear day, you can see 25 miles (40 km) — as far as Windsor Castle. Each rotation takes about 30 minutes, and the wheel moves at about 0.6 miles an hour (0.96 kph).

How fast is the London Eye per hour?

about 0.6 miles per hour
A ride on the London Eye takes 30 minutes, and it travels at a speed of about 0.6 miles per hour.

Is the London Eye better at night or day?

Re: London eye – when is the best time, day or night? The weather is most important. The experience is much better on a nice day than when it is dark, dismal and overcast.

How expensive is the London Eye?

The standard adult book online in advance ticket currently costs £27.00 and a child ticket costs £22.00. If you were to turn up on the day and queue then the adult price is £30.00 and a child is £24.00.

Is the London Eye scary?

If a high height scares you, then the Ferris Wheel London Eye may scare you, as its height is over 442 feet (135 m. The London Eye is really scary if you have a real fear of heights because of things like glass elevators, glass floors, and the observation towers.

Is London Eye better at night or day?

What is the best time to ride the London Eye?

Tip: 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.

Can you go on London Eye at night?

We tried to board the London Eye twice during our trip but the queues were too long. So we watched street entertainment instead and went back for the last ride of the night 9pm. London is beautiful at sunset and there are no queues – much better idea!

Does the London Eye have toilets?

We have Male, Female and Accessible toilet facilities available in London Eye Ticket Office. Please note there are no toilet facilities on-board the London Eye itself.

Can you sit down in the London Eye?

Yes. There is a bench in the centre of the pod, however seating is available on a first come first serve basis.

What Colour is the London Eye at night?

red
Since 2015, the Coca-Cola London Eye (as it is, of course, known by all Londoners) has been lit up bright red at night to match its fizzy sponsor.

When did they start building the London Eye?

Construction began in 1998, and the wheel was put together over the river, in a horizontal position, before being pulled upright. The London Eye, as it was called by this time, was ceremonially “opened” by Prime Minister Tony Blair on December 31, 1999, but did not admit its first paying passenger until March 9, 2000.

How long does it take for the London Eye to go around?

How Long Does it Take for the London Eye to go Around? The London Eye moves at the leisurely pace of about 0.9 kilometres per hour. This means that a trip all around the London Eye takes about 30 minutes in total. Why Was the London Eye Built?

How tall is the London Eye in feet?

It is built in London along the South Bank of the River Thames. It is 443 feet high and can carry 800 people at a time. It is also called the Millennium Wheel. See the fact file below for more information on the London Eye or alternatively, you can download our 24-page London Eye worksheet pack to utilise within the classroom or home environment.

Where is the London Eye located in London?

Written By: 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.