Bedsearcher's Guide to The British Airways London Eye

The London Eye

The British Airways London Eye or Millennium Wheel is the world's largest observation wheel at 135 metres high. The London Eye, so called because it provides fantastic views across London, provides a 30 minute slow moving "flight" over London. The wheel is intended to represent the elements of air, water, earth and time with a circle of white light within the rim of the wheel glowing through the skyline. The passenger capsules can take up to 25 people at a time and can accommodation 1500 visitors every hour. The wheel never stops but is so slow moving that there is plenty time for 25 passengers to enter a capsule without the wheel having to stop.

Hotels near The London Eye

There are many hotels near The London Eye which can be booked online through Bedsearcher. The The London Eye hotels vary in price and quality, ranging from unrated but still pleasant budget The London Eye UK hotels to five star luxury The London Eye UK hotels. The London Eye hotels leave you excellently placed for a day at The London Eye and where you can really explore the area. The London Eye UK hotels can be found often within walking distance of The London Eye and hotels a little further away from The London Eye are ideal as a base for touring the entire area. Many The London Eyes hotels offer parking and a range of other facilities, including many The London Eye hotels with leisure facilities, ensuite rooms, babysitting services and restaurants. There are many cheap and expensive hotels near The London Eye and these are ideal for a relaxing retreat or an overnight stay before or after visiting The London Eye. Booking in advance is advisable in many The London Eye UK hotels as they are very popular due to their proximity to The London Eye although some hotels near The London Eye will have spaces if you're visiting during the quiet season. There are many hotels near The London Eye and many of these can be booked directly through Bedsearcher.

How to get to the London Eye

The London Eye is most easily accessed by tube from Embankment Station or by rail from Waterloo East or Charing Cross Stations.

Opening Times

The London Wheel is open from April to October from 9am until 10pm and between November and March from 10am until 6pm. It is advisable to book in advance to avoid disappointment as the London Eye is the most popular attraction in London.

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