Introducing our new 4D Experience. Includes behind the scenes previews, making of clips and more.
Since opening in March 2000 The London Eye has become an iconic landmark and a symbol of modern Britain. In June 2008 we celebrated flying our 30 millionth guest! See a timeline of our history here.
The London Eye has won over 75 awards for national and international tourism, outstanding architectural quality and engineering achievement since opening in March 2000.
Creating The London Eye is the tallest cantilevered observation wheel in the world. It’s height is 135 metres and it weighs over 2000 metric tonnes. The London Eye’s construction is a story of ingenuity, excellence and ambition!
A selection of fantastic facts about the London Eye and it's construction
* On selected flights only All tickets include access to the 4D experience.
The spindle holds the wheel structure and the hub rotates it around the spindle. At 23 meters tall, the spindle is around the size of a church spire and, together with the hub, weighs in at 330 tonnes: over 20 times heavier than Big Ben.
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