The London Eye is one of the largest observation wheels in the world and offers breathtaking panoramic views of London — on a clear day, you can see up to 40 kilometers, even as far as Windsor Castle! Opened in 2000 to mark the new millennium, it has since become one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Each of its 32 glass capsules (representing the 32 London boroughs) weighs about 10 tons, but thanks to its slow rotation, passengers can step on and off without the wheel ever stopping.
Valentine’s Day (February 14) — romantic light themes and special capsules for couples
The Lord Mayor’s Show Fireworks (November) — spectacular fireworks visible from the Eye
Underground (Tube):
Waterloo Station (Jubilee, Northern, Bakerloo lines) — about 5-minute walk
Embankment Station (Circle, District, Bakerloo, Northern lines) — about 10-minute walk
Westminster Station (Jubilee, Circle, District lines) — across Westminster Bridge, 10-minute walk
Bus:
Routes 211, 77, and 381 stop nearby at Waterloo or County Hall
Train:
Waterloo National Rail Station is the closest major rail hub, around 5 minutes on foot
Here is how London Eye is called in other languages:
CS London Eye
DE London Eye
EL Λόντον Άι
ES London Eye
FI London Eye
FR London Eye
HI लंदन आई
HR London Eye
IS London Eye
IT London Eye
JA ロンドン・アイ
NL London Eye
NO London Eye
PL London Eye
PT London Eye
RU Лондонский Глаз
SV London Eye
TR Londra Gözü
ZH 伦敦眼
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