Plan Ahead: London Eye Opening Times Throughout the Year
Seasonal Changes to London Eye Opening Hours
Want to avoid the queues and planned travel disruptions? We recommend checking our London Eye opening times to plan your visit in advance. Along with our opening times, you’ll also find some useful tips on how to avoid peak hours.
Top Tips to Reduce Your London Eye Queue Time
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For a quieter experience and to cut down on wait times, we recommend visiting early in the morning or later, towards the London Eye’s closing time. During busy peak periods, like weekends and school holidays, expect longer wait times for the London Eye boarding.
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Please note that the time stated on your ticket is when you enter the queue line. During peak times, the wait can be up to 45 minutes from this point, so make sure you plan ahead.
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Travel light! To pass through security quickly, review our list of prohibited items. For more details, visit our arrival page.
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Of course, the best way to reduce your queuing time is by upgrading to Fast Track entry. With a dedicated entrance and priority access, you'll be in the sky in no time. Upgrade to Fast Track tickets available here.
For further information upon arrival, click the link below.
FAQs
To ensure a smooth closure, we typically stop entry 30-45 minutes before closing time.
London Eye opening times are generally between 10 AM and 8.30 PM on weekends and during school and public holiday opening hours. During warmer months (from May to September), our opening hours extend to 10 AM - 8.30 PM.
Yes, due to being in popular demand all year round, queue time affects your total time at the London Eye. Your ticket time represents when you join the queue, not when you board a pod.
While the London Eye is open for most of the year, it closes on Christmas Day (December 25th) and is closed for annual maintenance throughout January.
