London Eye Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit the London Eye in 2026?

Standard tickets to ride the London Eye cost £29 online or £39 on-site. You can choose from several ticket options, from fast-track admission starting at £48 to combination tickets for the London Eye and other activities, such as a Thames River cruise, from £49. Whichever you choose, tickets are always cheaper online.

Q: Can you go on the London Eye without booking?

While you can buy same-day tickets for the London Eye, popular time slots often sell out. Book in advance to avoid long wait times and secure entry. Book more than 24 hours in advance for a minimum 10 percent discount.

Q: What is the best time to go on the London Eye?

For the best views from the London Eye, ride the wheel at sunset or after dark—note you can only do this from June through August. Visit early or late on weekdays to avoid crowds and get the lowest rates.

Q: How long is the London Eye ride?

A ride on the London Eye lasts 30 minutes, which is how long it takes to complete one full rotation. Note that the time on your ticket is the time that you’ll enter the queue for your ride, so you’ll likely be at the wheel for up to 75 minutes.

Q: Do you have to queue for the London Eye?

London Eye admission tickets are for specific time slots indicating when to enter the queue rather than start your ride on the wheel. Expect lines to take about 45 minutes with a standard admission ticket or about 20 minutes with a fast-track pass.

Q: Can you take food and drink on the London Eye?

No, you can’t take your own food and drink on the London Eye. However, you can take in bottled water. Staff can also make exceptions for food or drink needed for medical conditions or infants. Just be sure to inform the security team in advance. Hot food and alcohol are never exceptions.

Q: What are the best attractions in London other than the London Eye?

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the London Eye. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in London:<ul><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/London-attractions/Buckingham-Palace/d737-a84" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Buckingham Palace</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/London-attractions/Tower-of-London/d737-a93" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Tower of London</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/London-attractions/Westminster-Abbey/d737-a95" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Westminster Abbey</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/London-attractions/Windsor-Castle/d737-a92" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Windsor Castle</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/London-attractions/Houses-of-Parliament-and-Big-Ben/d737-a1395" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Houses of Parliament & Big Ben</a></li></ul>View Viator's guide to <a href="https://www.viator.com/London/d737" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">all the best attractions in London</a>.

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One of London’s most recognizable and in-demand attractions, the Lastminute.com London Eye welcomes millions of visitors every year. Save yourself any sightseeing hassle, and secure your admission before you travel, when you book your tickets in advance. Upon arrival, step into a large, air-conditioned capsule and take to the skies. The Lastminute.com London Eye stands at 443 feet (135 meters) high, and offers impeccable views of Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Buckingham Palace, and other key landmarks.

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Have only a short stay in London? See more of the city’s landmarks in less time—and enjoy a memorable way to travel—on a Thames river cruise. Pick from numerous daily departure times, and head to the London Eye Pier to hop aboard your vessel. As you cruise along the river, glimpse monuments ranging from St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Tate Modern to Big Ben and the Tower of London. Live on-board commentary is included.

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London Eye Ticket, Big Bus Hop-on Hop-Off Tour & River Cruise

See London from the streets, water, and sky with this great-value package that lets you explore at your own pace. Choose a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket with on-board commentary and open-top panoramic views. Enjoy an aerial view aboard the London Eye giant observation wheel and a one-way River Thames cruise between the Tower of London and Westminster Pier, available in either direction.

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London Eye - Champagne Experience Ticket

Enjoy an elevated experience on the London Eye with this package. Simply book your preferred date in advance, and then use your skip-the-line ticket to bypass the lines that often appear at this popular London attraction. Enter your shared pod, which holds up to 25 people, and make a Champagne toast as you admire landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and Big Ben from high above the Thames River.

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London: Guided Sightseeing Tour on a Vintage Open-Top Bus

Discover London's most essential sights and landmarks in style on this guided, 90-minute "Round London Sightseeing Tour" aboard an iconic 1960s Routemaster bus specially converted to open top. Learn about the sights like Westminster, the Tower of London, and Piccadilly Circus along the way with the help of our informative tour guide. This panormic tour passes by the "must see" landmarks of London and is a great way to see the city for those with time constraints or tourists on a budget. You don't need to spend all day hopping on & off buses to give you a flavour for the city with this tour. You'll see the Royal Courts of Justice, St.Paul's Cathedral, Monument, Tower of London, Tower Bridge, the London Eye, Big Ben & Parliament buildings, 10 Downing Street & Whitehall, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus. Return to your meeting point with a deeper appreciation for the city and some fantastic pictures of the sights from the bus.

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London Best of the City Fully Customized Guided Private Tour

Discover London your way on a private custom tour. Opt for a half- or full-day tour and customize your itinerary to your preferences. Your guide takes care of arranging public transportation and reservations, so you can delve into the capital’s rich history at your own pace. See icons such as Big Ben and the Tower of London, and stray from the conventional tourist trail for a unique experience of London.

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Westminster to Greenwich Sightseeing Thames Cruise in London

Glide by a host of London’s must-see landmarks on a sightseeing cruise from Westminster to Greenwich on the Thames River. Step aboard your comfortable cruise boat at Westminster Pier and listen to the live commentary as you pass sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, Tower Bridge, and the Tower of London. Drink in the views from the open or indoor deck, and at Greenwich, step ashore to visit attractions (own expense) such as the Cutty Sark or National Maritime Museum.

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London In One Day Tour with River Cruise & London Eye Option

Discover the best of London in just one day on this action-packed tour. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, tick off top attractions like Big Ben, the Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey off your bucket list, and enjoy a guided tour of St. Paul's Cathedral. You also receive a ticket for a Thames River sightseeing cruise to use after your tour, and can upgrade to include an evening ticket for the London Eye.

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London in a Day: Tower of London, Westminster & River Cruise

Limited time in London doesn’t have to mean a limited view of the capital. Soak up the key sights in just one action-packed day on this combination walking tour and sightseeing cruise. Explore highlights including Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square, and Buckingham Palace (where you'll view the Changing of the Guard on scheduled days). Then, cruise the Thames River on a comfortable riverboat to the Tower of London where you can delve into British history.

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London Dinner Cruise on the Thames River

Enjoy a memorable evening of food, wine, and entertainment on this Thames River dinner cruise that reveals London when it looks best: illuminated by night. Combine British culture and cuisine as you cruise past iconic London sights such as the Tower of London, the London Eye, and Tower Bridge, far from the crowds that gather outside of them at night. While you eat and admire the riverside attractions, listen to live music.

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Enjoy a new way to explore London—and benefit from a time-saving option that's perfect for thrill-seekers—on this speedboat tour of the Thames River. With just a small group for company, hop aboard, get settled, and then hit high speeds of up to 35 mph (56 kph). As you splash down the river, pass landmarks such as Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Shakespeare's Globe, the Tower of London, and the London Eye.

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London Sightseeing Walking Tour with 30+ sights

London is time-consuming to navigate independently. Skip the itinerary planning and relax on this action-packed walking tour that covers London's two most historic areas: the City of London and Westminster. See more than 30 landmarks, including Tower of London, London Bridge, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and Westminster Abbey, with questions, trivia, and photo ops to keep the atmosphere lively.

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Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing River Cruise on the Thames

Discover the sights and history of London at your own pace on this hop-on hop-off cruise of the River Thames. With your 24-hour pass, enjoy unobstructed views of the city’s main riverside attractions away from the crowds on land. Disembark at the London Eye and the Houses of Parliament—or whichever attraction catches your attention—from within an all-weather vessel, which lets you sail regardless of rain.

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City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Bookable Extras

Get the flexibility you're after with this London sightseeing bus package. Enjoy getting on and off at multiple stops, including Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, Big Ben, and more. Choose how long you want your ticket for, and enjoy the freedom to go at your own pace. What's more, multi-day tickets include a free river cruise, a ride on the Route Master bus, and a night tour. Extra benefits include an AI-powered app with live bus tracking, audio commentary in multiple languages and kids's commentary on select routes.

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The Premier Classic London: Private 4-Hour Tour in a Black Cab

Experience London's highlights in just a few hours on this black cab tour. You'll visit landmarks including Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, Covent Garden, Shakespeare's Globe, and the London Eye, enjoying photo stops and short walks at key locations. Your knowledgeable driver shares local secrets and personalized recommendations, offering an intimate London experience that large tour buses can't match.

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London Sightseeing Tour: Guard Change with Tower of London Option

Tick off the British capital’s most recognizable landmarks on this attraction-packed London tour. Explore St. Paul’s Cathedral, then make a photo stop at Westminster Abbey. Watch the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and visit the Tower of London, where you'll have free time for lunch (own expense). Enjoy an extended river Thames River cruise, and upgrade to cap everything with a London Eye ride or cream tea at Harrods.

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London Eye Ticket, Big Bus Hop-on Hop-Off Tour & River Cruise

Larry_C, Apr 2026

Good Experience Overall, but Confusing Walking Tour Details

Great package! I loved the amazing views covered by the package (bus, London Eye, and London Bridge). However, for the London walking tour, I don’t know where the meeting point is because it is not specified in the itinerary. I tried to contact Big Bus, but the information is not listed there.

The London Eye Entry Ticket

Brian_T, Apr 2026

London Eye was a great...

London Eye was a great first stop in London. Crew got us on quickly for our 10am start. Beautiful views from the Eye!

London Eye River Cruise and London Eye Ticket Option

Jerry_M, Apr 2026

River cruise & London Eye

The boat ride was nice and the guide informative. Upon finishing the tour (about 45 minutes) we walked about a minute over to the “London Eye” and got some great views of the area. I’m a wimp and I don’t like heights or being enclosed, but this was very smooth, and not scary at all.

London Eye Fast-Track Ticket

Deborah_B, Apr 2026

A tour guide during the ride would have made this wonderful ride even better. Otherwise it was great!

Even though we didn’t actually have a guide present at all, The London Eye was absolutely remarkable & wonderful with amazing views. However, it could have been even better if there had been a guide present to provide information about what we were viewing.

London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide

Denise_G, Dec 2025

The eyes can never see enough...

We had a great time. The bus was clean & on time. Bus driver did a fantastic job of safely navigating those busy narrow streets. The tour guide delivered interesting information & historical facts with a fun & entertaining commentary. And the lights ? They were stunning.. A wonderful evening to end a day in London during the Christmas season. Well done.

London by Night Bus Tour with Christmas Lights and Live Guide

Dianne_H, Dec 2025

Like Mary Poppins, practically perfect in every way!

This was an excellent experience! The pick up location was easy to find. The staff on the ground were very helpful. The bus was clean. The guide wiped off the seats as we boarded as it was drizzling. The guide, Mark, was knowledgeable and entertaining. We might have seen some of the sights on foot but not all of the. I have no hesitation recommending this experience. It was a great way to spend our first night in London.

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Know before you go

Take a spin on the London Eye at the start of your vacation to orient yourself and grasp the layout of the city.
On a clear day, it may be possible to spy Windsor Castle on the horizon from one of the capsules.
If gray skies threaten rain, nearby indoor activities abound. Visit the SEA LIFE® London Aquarium, the BFI IMAX cinema, or Shrek's Adventure to stay entertained during a storm.
The London Eye is the world's tallest cantilevered observation wheel.

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