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We skipped the Eye on our first trip due to the hordes of people (over Easter break). This time, the masses weren't there, so we did it! I highly recommend this flight! The view was spectacular. We waited in line for a few minutes for a ticket and had a flight time of 15 minutes later. I've found that if you book on-line you can save 5 percent....and go straight to a reservation machine, swipe your card, and get your ticket. There is also a deal on-line through Porter's English Restaurant (Covent Garden)....dinner and a flight on the London Eye for 25 GBP per adult and 12 GBP for children. You get a two course traditional English Meal and when you are done, take a ten minute walk to the Eye for your trip.
Adult (16+) 11.50 GBP
Child (5-15) 5.75 GBP
Children under 5 FREE
Senior (60+) 9.00 GBP Leave a Comment
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 "Big Ben" as seen from
London's "Eye." by Elena_007
How would you like to see "Big Ben" LIVE, right this very minute? Or perhaps the London Eye? I often watch the London sunrise from Memphis, Tennessee! I just love Big Ben, and sometimes, I click on the web cam, shrink it to a suitable size, keep it in the background, and every now and again, see what the weather is like for myself, instead of just asking about it. There is even a shark cam in the London Aquarium, and once I waited nearly 15 minutes just to see one swim close by. You may save the pics to your computer, but be aware they are copyrighted, so you won't see any here. I have a spectacular shark photo, along with a sunrise pic of the London Eye that is incredible!
See for yourself, what London looks like, right here and now. Click on the links below or copy/paste URL into browser.
England Live Cams
http://www.camvista.com/england/index.php3
Big Ben
http://www.camvista.com/england/london/bigben.php3
London Eye
http://www.camvista.com/england/london/bale.php3
Please see my "Eye on London" tip for additional information on The London Eye. Leave a Comment Phone: +44 (-0) 870 5000 600Directions: The London Eye is about a 5 minute walk from either Westminster or Waterloo tube stations, Just look up, you can't possible miss it!Website: http://www.visit-london-eye.com/ Other Contact: http://www.ba-londoneye.com
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 View of London Eye from
Waterloo Station area by Bwana_Brown,
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A recent public opinion poll voted the Eye as the best tourist attraction in the world, and I would have to say that I really enjoyed our 'flight' on it! We soon hoofed it over to their very efficient ticketing area where the long lines moved along quickly as we picked up our 12.5 pound (US$22) tickets. The second photo shows a view of the Wheel hub and the rotating 'pods' directly above our heads as we then stood in a second line to actually board the Eye (the entire structure weighs 2100 tonnes). Leave a Comment
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 The 'Pods' Ahead of Ours Begin
Their Ascent by Bwana_BrownLeave a Comment
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 Big Ben & Houses of Parliament
from the Eye by Bwana_Brown
Upon exiting the Eye, we walked back to Waterloo Station and took a tube ride deep under the Thames to Westminster station for a closer look at these architectural wonders (because the tube elevator line-ups were so long, the 193 steps we took up to the surface of Westminster station were our exercise for the day!) Leave a Comment
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 Golden Jubilee Bridge &
Charing Cross Station by Bwana_Brown, 2 more photos
The second photo shows one of the 32 capsules, each capable of holding up to 25 passengers. A long bench is located in the centre of each capsule and passengers can either sit there or roam around the circumference taking in whatever view strikes their fancy. Still looking North in the 2nd photo, our capsule has climbed a bit higher and the Waterloo Bridge is now visible. The viewing range is up to 40 km (25 miles) at the highest point. Leave a Comment
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 The London Eye by Elena_007
I highly recommend buying the tour book (£5) because it is filled with every detail from design, construction, awards, etc. It even shows the raising of "The Eye" from horizontally afloat the River Thames to it's current position. Worth it! The idea for the London Eye originated as a husband and wife entered a competition in the Sunday Times newspaper, to mark the dawning of the new millennium in the city. Ironically, all of the entries were rejected, and the competition was withdrawn. The couple then formed a company to further develop their idea. London's daily paper, the Evening Standard printed a story about their dream, British Airways came aboard, a partnership was formed, and the dream became reality.
The rotation takes approximately 30minutes and the announcement before "take-off" actually says that British Airways hopes you enjoy your flight. There is also a photograph taken at some point during the "flight", where you are instructed to smile for the camera, and for an astronomical amount of money, you can purchase a photo, upon "landing." The next time I visit London, I will experience an incredible night view of the city lights from what seems like a mile high in the sky.
£11.50 Adult Leave a Comment Phone: +44 (0)870 5000 600 (24 hr.)Directions: Waterloo tube or Westminster tube (both within 5 minutes walking distance) Just look up after exiting either tube station, you can't possibly miss it!Website: http://www.ba-londoneye.com Other Contact: www.365tickets.com
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 the london eye by sylvie-uk
I ve heard that on a clear day you can see as far as 35-40km.
I ve never been on it as i think it s a little expensive for what it is (£11.5, i d rather see some beautiful scenery elsewhere), i also think i would ve seen enough after 10mn (the ride is about 1/2h) and i m really not sure i would like to queue so long to go on it but it s probably because i live here.
The day i took this picture, the Eye was closed as there was a guy who had climbed all the way to the top to protest about fathers rights (the Eye is about 130m high, best he hasnt got vertigo!!!!!) Leave a Comment
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This is probably the best way to see London’s layout. Run by British Airways London, it towers 135 metres above the ground, the tallest observation wheel in the world!
When you buy your ticket, they call it a ‘flight’, not a ride. A flight lasts about 45 minutes. There are generally long queues outside, but they do tend to go quite quickly, so don’t let this put you off.
It is very well organised and ordered.
3.5 million people took this 'flight' in the first twelve months of its birth, and millions have since. It is the most frequented landmark/site in the United Kingdom.
Marks Barfield Architects developed the design and created a masterpiece in 2000, an engineering feat (to put it mildly). The lines and curves are splendid, a photographers dream to capture up close. I will be uploading more pics soon as I have quite a few which shows this prowess.
It’s only when you get to the top of the London Eye that you fully appreciate how everything lies and how close everything actually is in relation to each other!
The view over the Thames and London’s North and South banks is spectacular. I have been in the middle of the day, and am told that the dusk view is simply stunning too. If there is any fog or cloud, do not bother going up, as this will be a waste of money for you.
The Eye is on the 2for1 scheme in London, so if you are carrying a tube ticket, you can take a guest for free. Leave a Comment
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