London Eye tickets are something that visitors to London almost always want to get. Even those who are a bit nervous around great heights should try to put aside their fears so they can take advantage of this most fabulous of sightseeing opportunities.

You ride in enclosed capsules that allow a panoramic view of the city, and after seven years of development and ten years in operation, you can rest assured that it is a very safe way to see London. It is a city landmark and has been the site of many celebrations; hundreds of birthdays have been celebrated at the London Eye and nearly 500 weddings have also taken place here.

The London Eye has proven to be a very good neighbour to the local community, frequently cashing in on its fame and popularity to jump start various fund raisers and charity events.

A flight on the London Eye is pricey, but that does not seem to deter the millions of people who descend upon it each year. It is truly a unique opportunity, and something that will make your visit unforgettable.

There are quite a few options when it comes to visiting the London Eye. Some visitors choose to purchase their London Eye tickets far in advance, and Merlin Entertainments maintains an excellent website loaded with information as well as the functionality to book your flight tickets right online.

It is not necessary to book in advance; if you have a flexible schedule you can buy your tickets when you arrive at the London Eye.

Many visitors choose to combine their flights on the London Eye with other activities to take advantage of the package ticket discounts. Some of the package deals even include discounted prices on hotels, fine dining, and shows. You can combine your flight with tickets for river cruises, the Sea Life Aquarium, or Madame Tussauds.

London Eye tickets are certainly something that every visitor to the city should plan for in their vacation budget.

Visiting London Eye

Address: Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, SE1 7PB

Telephone: 0870 500 0600

Opening Times

October to May: 10am-8pm Daily | June: 10am-9pm Daily | July & August: 10am-9.30pm Daily | September: 10am-9pm Daily

Pricing

£15.50 (Adults 16+) £7.75 (Children 4-15), FREE (Under 5s), £12 (Over 60s) - arrive early or late to avoid large queues

Photo courtesy: Wickboldt

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