As one of the symbols of the city, it is filmed in films no less than the famous Piccadilly Secus. For example, in one of the episodes of the cult British series Doctor Who, the London Eye not only serves as a decoration, but also serves as a transmitter of telepathic energy for an insidious alien monster, the Nestin Consciousness:
- “Big and round, located somewhere in the center of London. A large round metal object: a wheel or a plate. And he's close. He must be invisible...
ABOUT! Fantastic!"
Indeed, fantastic! It is quite difficult not to notice the 135-meter "bicycle wheel" opposite the building of the English Parliament. It is even more difficult to deny yourself the pleasure of admiring the capital of Great Britain from the height of 64 red telephone boxes stacked on top of each other.
How to buy a London Eye ticket
You can buy a ticket on the spot (the ticket office is located on the opposite side of the embankment), or you can save about 10% and order it on the official website.
Standard adult ticket costs £30.00 (on site £27.00), children £24.00 (£22.00). But there are nuances: the ticket is issued for a specific date and time, and London weather is very changeable. No one guarantees clear skies on a certain day and hour, and you are unlikely to be interested in the tops of buildings in the fog. A ticket with priority boarding and flexible visiting hours during the specified day will cost £44.00.
In addition to simply riding a Ferris wheel, the London Eye offers a variety of options. For example, a private capsule, champagne and chocolate, corporate banquets and wedding ceremonies (from £2,890). In general, any whim for your money.
You can also buy a combined ticket to visit one or more attractions that are part of the Merlin group (visits to these places are not covered by the cost of the London Pass museum card): London Aquarium; Madame Tussauds museum; The London Underground and a forty-minute Thames cruise from the London Eye to Tower Bridge and back.
I visited London for the first time in February, so I did not buy tickets in advance, deciding to assess the situation upon arrival. London greeted me with snow, and I had already resigned myself to the idea that such entertainment as the London Eye would pass me by. Fortunately, on the last day before departure, the sun came out for several hours, which I did not fail to take advantage of the situation.
A standard ticket for the London Eye and a forty-minute Thames cruise cost me £28.55 in 2013, now it costs £34.00 (£30.00 on-line).
The second time Lisa and I were in London in November. Did not buy tickets in advance for the same reason, but took advantage of the 2 for the price of 1 promotion and prudently printed a discount voucher.
The London Eye capsules are almost completely transparent and have a 360 degree view. The floor in the capsule is closed, which allows you to feel quite comfortable at high altitude. There are seats in the center, but usually passengers stand and ... click the shutters of their cameras.
The cabin accommodates 25 passengers. Light in appearance, it weighs about ten tons. In total, there are 32 capsules on the wheel - according to the number of London suburbs.
Each capsule contains a Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, complete with an interactive guide from which you can get key information about the places you see while driving the ferris wheel.
For smartphone owners, the free London Eye Official app is available, which includes panoramic panoramas, audio guides and a collection of interesting facts about the Ferris wheel.
In addition, the London Eye offers schoolchildren and students educational programs in a whole range of subjects: mathematics, English, geography, history, art and design, architecture, engineering, design and technology, IT. For teachers, not only booklets are offered to help organize the lesson, but also a free visit to the wheel in preparation for the lesson.
The London Eye makes a complete revolution in half an hour and moves very smoothly. Embarkation and disembarkation of passengers is carried out on the go. Attentive employees monitor the order and safety. I was struck by how logically the queue was organized. For example, employees make sure that the queue, the tail of which is near the ticket office, does not block the sidewalk on the embankment, where passers-by are walking. Visitors to the Ferris wheel are passed in batches, thereby regulating the flow of people. When purchasing your ticket, you can choose the priority boarding option. There is a separate entrance for such visitors. A standard fast entry ticket starts at £34.95 (£29.45 on-line), the most flexible is £39.95.
The surprisingly airy construction of the wheel actually weighs 2,100 tons (that's the weight of 1,272 London cabs). It was collected on the water in a prone position, and then at a speed of two degrees per hour (!) Raised to a working position of 65 °.
The London Eye is the latest type of Ferris wheel. Its cabs, called capsules, are attached to the outer rim. During rotation, a complex mechanism keeps the cabs in a vertical position: the wheel moves, and the cab slides in the hoops holding it.
When going down, a large stylized camera takes automatic pictures of the cabins. To get into her field of vision, you need to stand on the places for photographing, which are marked on the floor of the capsule. Photos can be viewed, paid for and printed at the gift shop. You will get into it by leaving the Ferris wheel.
Address: London Eye, Riverside Building County Hall, Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7PB
How to get there: The London Eye is within walking distance of several underground stations: Waterloo, Embankment, Charing Cross and Westminster.
Waterloo is the nearest station. Follow signs for South Bank.
Embankment and Charing Cross are on the north side of the Thames. Both stations are within a 10-15 minute walk to the London Eye. You will need to cross the Hungerford Bridge.
Westminster is the closest station to Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament. You need exit number one.
October 2014, prices April 2019
The London Eye consists of 32 closed capsule cabins with a capacity of about 25 people (there are slightly fewer cabins in the Singapore Eye - 28).
Remarkably, the number of capsules is not random, as it symbolizes the number of London districts (exactly 32).
This is perhaps one of the grandest projects started in London by the family of architects David Marks and Julia Barfield, which has ever been implemented at their own expense (meaning without the help of the state).
Yes, yes, friends, the city did not allocate a single pound for this large-scale project. After all, the London Eye, you see, did not win the competition back in 1993.
Despite this, the Barfields were stubborn guys. They did not intend to give up, and soon luck smiled at them. The family met Bob Elling, head of British Airways. From that moment on, with finances and with the implementation of the idea, everything was fine.
In just six years, a Ferris wheel has grown on the south bank of the Thames, which now delights millions of tourists from all over the world.
By the way, interestingly, the London Eye has changed many names since its construction. First it was called: "Millennium Wheel", then "British Airways London Eye" (no wonder, huh?!), a little later "Merlin Entertainments London Eye", and also "ELE Energy London Eye" as a result of a contract with this company.
And now the London Eye is sponsored by Coca-Cola, so the London Eye is proudly called the Coca-Cola London Eye.
Tips for tourists visiting Londoneye(London Eye)
And now I will give some advice to all those who want to ride this attraction in the very center of London.
I see you're a little surprised? Or perhaps discouraged? Like, what the hell is he doing there?! How can you be in London and not ride the London Eye? This is one of the symbols of the city!
Friends, you won't believe it, but that's how I reasoned before my trip to London. When I visited the capital of Great Britain for the first time (back in 2000), this London Eye did not yet exist. When it was built, I told myself that I would definitely take a ride on this Ferris wheel!
And now, after 17 years, he did ride.
But you know, after the London Eye, my wife and I visited the Walkie Talkie skyscraper for free on the 35th floor of which, in addition to the observation deck, cafes and restaurants, there is a fantastic tropical garden - Sky Garden.
And having visited Sky Garden, I realized that the London Eye is just a “toy” in the hands of a capricious child. An attraction that costs like hell, but which is then forgotten. Since the journey lasts about 30 minutes. There are 10-15 people in the booth. And everyone wants to be photographed. Pointing fingers, making noise, etc.
And the atmosphere, suddenly, goes away. You are not particularly excited. The wheel is like a wheel.
Although the views from the cabin are beautiful. I do not argue.
I say all this to the fact that if you want to really enjoy the awesome panorama, feel the atmosphere of comfort, tranquility, privacy and hospitality - instead of spending a lot of money and visiting the London Eye - better visit Sky Garden.
Here you will have a cool view of London, and a sea of positiveness, and a delicious latte with desserts!
I talked about this attraction (Sky Garden) in the article: "Sky Garden in London: just a fantastic place!" . Be sure to read.
You can also visit one of the tallest buildings in London and Europe in general - the Shard skyscraper (The Shard), on the 72nd floor of which there is a cool observation deck. She is also much cooler than the London Eye! According to the opening panoramas, that's for sure!
2. Well, if you still want to ride a Ferris wheel (well, you have a dream, what to do) - take tickets from a representative of BIG BUS TOURS . Moreover, the package. For example - three in one. This works out cheaper.
We, for example, took three excursions (London Eye, The London Dungeon and Madame Tussauds). For two, they paid 94 pounds (visited London at the end of August 2017). If we had bought these excursions separately, it would have been much more expensive.
If this option doesn’t suit you either and you want to ride exclusively on the London Eye, then take tickets online (it’s cheaper than at the box office).
3. I recommend riding the London Eye in the evening, when the lights start to turn on in the city. This way you will have more fun (at the end of August, the best time to visit is 19:30). You will catch both the moment when the city is not yet lit up, and the enchanting moment when the backlight turns on. London at night and London during the day are two very different things.
Working hoursLondoneye
The London Wheel is open all year round, seven days a week.
January: from 01 to 08 and from 25 to 31 works from 11:00 to 18:00;
February March: from 11:00 to 18:00 (on Valentine's Day open until 20:00)
April: from 01 to 13 is open from 10:00 to 20:30.
From the 14th to the 16th it is open from 10:00 to 21:30.
May: from May 1 to May 26, the Ferris wheel is open from 11:00 to 18:00, from May 27 to 31 - from 10:00 to 20:30
June July August: from 10:00 to 20:30;
September: from 01 to 3 September, the wheel is open from 10:00 to 20:30; from 04 to 30 September - from 11:00-18:00.
Ticket price on Londoneye
A standard ticket online costs: 23.45 GBP (it costs more at the box office - 26 pounds).
Standard online ticket for children (from 3 to 15 years old) costs: 18.95 pounds (or 21 pounds if bought at the box office).
There are combined tickets. There are tickets that include a glass of champagne, there are tickets to the VIP booth, in which you will have a clearing with food and drink. Etc.
As you understand, the opening hours, cost and type of tickets for the London Eye may change, so follow this on the official London Eye website at: https://www.londoneye.com
How to get there To ferris wheelLondoneye(London Eye)
London Eye (London Eye) is located in Lambeth at the address: SE1 7PB, London, Westminster Bridge Road, County Hall, Riverside Building.
Nearest metro station: Westminster, Waterloo.
Be sure to use the Oyster Card to pay for your trips (valid in London for all types of public transport).
From me a short video review of the London Eye
There are many wonderful sights in London, which are of great importance for the culture and art of not only Great Britain, but the whole world. Most of them are related to history. These are monuments, squares, majestic buildings. Every language learner should be able to describe the sights of London in English.
Sights of London in English
Big Ben
- one of the sights of London, which is considered a symbol of this city. This is not only what many associate with, but also the largest clock in the world.
To describe this attraction in London, you can use the following words:
| Delight the eye | Pleasing to the eye |
| be named after | Named after |
| The most famous | The most famous |
| Amazing | Amazing |
| masterpiece | Masterpiece |
| Impressive clock | Impressive watch |
| clock tower | Clock tower |
How to describe London landmark Big Ben in English:
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Hello my dear readers!
What do modern schoolchildren know about the sights of London? Do they know that the name "Big Ben" is not the name of a clock or a tower at all? This is the name of the huge bell that is located inside the tower itself! Have they heard the story that one day, because of a flock of birds that decided to sit on the clock hand, time slowed down by 5 minutes?
Today we will form completely new knowledge and talk about the sights of London in English. Let's combine business with pleasure.
I have prepared a text for you, where I will briefly talk about the 10 most interesting places in London. Naturally, all this will be in English with pictures, and, so be it, with translation. Get ready to watch the most interesting video, where you will learn a lot of new things.
1. The Big Ben.
The world-known clock. Everyday about 500 tourists come to London to see the Big Ben. Built in 1858, it was named after an architect whose name was Ben (Benjamin). The interesting fact is that you are not allowed to get inside the Big Ben if you aren't an Englishman. No tourists allowed.
2. Madam Tussaud's Museum
The most famous museum of waxworks. It presents all famous people from singers and actors to Prime Ministers and Presidents. All the waxworks are of such a good quality, that sometimes you can mistake them for a real person.
3. Piccadilly Circus.
The place is far from what is called “a circus”. It is a well-known meeting point of the city. It has become so popular, that is now considered to be a place to visit for all the tourists.
4. London eye.
It is one of the biggest observation wheels in the world. Its height is 135 meters. It has 32 cabins which symbolize 32 districts of London. It takes 30 minutes to make a full circle. But it is the view you will never forget. The cost is about £20.
5. London National Gallery.
The gallery has more than 2000 works of world-known artists of XIII-XX centuries. You can spend the whole day there and it will not be enough. What is interesting, is that the gallery is free for everyone.
6. Parks of London.
London is famous for its parks. Combined, all these parks cover more land than the Principality of Monaco. The most well-known is the Hyde Park. It is a traditional place of festivals and celebrations.
7.St. Paul's Cathedral.
It was built on the highest point of London 300 years ago. It is the London Bishop's residence and is the most popular place of visit. The price of visit is £16.
8. The Houses of Parliament.
The official name is Palace of Westminster. It includes more than 1,100 rooms, more than a hundred stairs and about 5 kilometers of corridors. the House of Commons and the House of Lords (two traditional chambers) are located here. Nowadays anyone can visit the Houses of Parliament and even attend the session. You have to register by phone and go through a special registration procedure.
9. The Thames.
The longest and most famous river in the UK which the British often call the "Father Thames". In 1894 Tower Bridge was opened, and in 2012 a modern cableway was built over it. Popular tourist activities are river excursions and water-bus or boat trips. Every year one can watch here the boat race between Oxford and Cambridge universities.
10. Nelson's Column.
One of London's most recognizable landmarks which is located in Trafalgar Square. It was built between 1840—1843 to commemorate Admiral Horatio Nelson who died in 1805 at the Battle of Trafalgar. Later, in 1868, the four sitting bronze lions were added to the base of the monument. The column is made of granite. Its weight is around 2,500 tons and its height is over 50 meters. In 2006 it was restored.
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1. "Big Ben"
World famous watch. Every day about 500 tourists come to London to see Big Ben. Built in 1858, it was named after an architect named Ben (Benjamin). Fun fact: you can't get inside Big Ben if you're not English. Tourists are not allowed to enter.
2. Madame Tussauds Museum.
The most famous wax museum. It features all famous people from singers and actors to prime ministers and presidents. All works are so well done that sometimes you can confuse them with a real person.
3. Piccadilly Circus.
The place is far from the word "circus" (from the English Piccadilly Circus). It is a famous meeting place in the city. The place has become so popular that it is now considered a must-see for tourists.
4. London Ferris wheel.
One of the largest in the world! Its height is 135 meters. It consists of 32 booths, which symbolize the 32 districts of London. A full circle takes 30 minutes. But this is a view you will never forget. The cost is around £20.
5. London National Gallery.
The gallery contains over 2,000 works by world-famous masters of the 13th-20th centuries. You can spend a whole day there and it won't be enough. What is interesting is that the entrance to the gallery is free for everyone.
6. London parks.
London is famous for its parks. If you add up the area of all the parks, they will cover more land than the Principality of Monaco. The most famous is Hyde Park. This is a traditional venue for festivals and celebrations.
7. St. Paul's Cathedral.
It was erected on the highest point in London 300 years ago. It is the seat of the Bishop of London and is a popular place to visit. Entry fee £16.
8. Parliament building.
The official name is the Palace of Westminster. It includes more than 1100 rooms, more than a hundred stairs and about five kilometers of corridors. There are two traditional chambers here: Lords and Commons. Nowadays, everyone can visit the Parliament building and even attend the meeting of the chambers. To do this, you need to sign up by phone and go through a special registration procedure.
9. River Thames.
The longest and most famous river in Great Britain, often referred to by the English as the "Father of the Thames". Tower Bridge was opened in 1894, and in 2012 a modern cable car was erected over the river. A popular tourist activity is excursions and walks on river trams and boats. Every year you can watch boating competitions between the universities of Oxford and Cambridge.
10. Nelson's column.
One of the most recognizable sights of London, located on Trafalgar Square. It was built between 1840-1843. in honor of Admiral Horatio Nelson, who died in 1805 at the Battle of Trafalgar. Later, in 1868, four seated bronze lions were added to the base of the monument. The column is made of granite. Its weight is about 2500 tons, and its height is over 50 meters. In 2006 the column was restored.
Useful expressions:
the world-known clock- world famous watches
t to be named after- be named after
to allow to do sth- permission to do something
to represent famous people represent famous people
of a good quality good quality
mistake smb for smb - confuse someone with someone
to be freeb be free
to be famous for sth - be famous for something
be located- to be located
cableway– cable car
landmark- sight.
Well, now, let's add to this an exciting video about London. Listen, watch, marvel, learn and practice English at the same time!
Well, I think that now English classes in grade 5 (and maybe grade 6!) Will only be a joy, and an essay or, related to the sights of London, will be a pleasure, because now you know everything!
I will be glad to see you among the readers of my blog and share with you all the most interesting.
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