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London Eye: River Cruise Experience

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Location: London, United Kingdom
Duration: 
                                60 minutes (approx.)

Overview
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Take an EDF Energy London Eye River Cruise and see London from a different perspective. Highlights of the 40-minute circular cruise include Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, St. Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, HMS Belfast, Shakespeare's Globe, Tate Modern and the Millennium Bridge.

Highlights

Combined London Eye and Thames River cruise
40-minute circular river cruise passing Big Ben, Shakespeare’s Globe and Tower Bridge
Covered and sundeck seating
Informative live commentary
Upgrade to include 30-minute London Eye flight
Skip the line entry to London Eye if option selected

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London Eye: River Cruise Experience

London Eye and Postcards

I had a few minutes spare before my friends arrived so I bought some of the postcards right at the entrance. I thought ...

Photo by: Dominique T
04 2008
London Eye

We went for a walk and looked back over the London Eye from one of the bridges. Beautiful!

Photo by: Dominique T
04 2008
London Eye at Night

London Eye at night from the Westminster Bridge.

Photo by: Nicole H
USA, 03 2008
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London Rever

Photo by: Iyad A
Jordan, 09 2012
us in front of the eye

walking to the london eye

Photo by: Denna W
05 2011
london eye

hello from loindon eye

Photo by: Denna W
05 2011
London Eye Pod

London Eye, just after take off!!

Photo by: PAULA W
United Kingdom, 02 2009
Big Ben from top of London Eye

Houses of Parliament and Big Ben from top of London Eye.

Photo by: PAULA W
United Kingdom, 02 2009
The Parliament

From the London Eye capsule.

Photo by: Angeline D
USA, 09 2008
Across the Bank

It's about a 20 min flight

Photo by: Angeline D
USA, 09 2008
The Capsule

Close encounter with the horizon.

Photo by: Ali E
Egypt, 09 2008
Big Ben & House of Parliment

Bird's eye view.

Photo by: Ali E
Egypt, 09 2008
The London Eye

After Sunset.

Photo by: Ali E
Egypt, 09 2008
Great view!

Just one of the highlights from the London Eye!

Photo by: Carolyn C
07 2008
View from London Eye

The bridge as seen from the London Eye.

Photo by: Alfred M
Malta, 07 2008
View from London Eye

Big Ben from the London Eye.

Photo by: Alfred M
Malta, 07 2008
On the London Eye

In the London Eye.

Photo by: Alfred M
Malta, 07 2008
On the London Eye

On the London Eye.

Photo by: Alfred M
Malta, 07 2008
View from London Eye

Big Ben as seen from the eye on a rainy day.

Photo by: Alfred M
Malta, 07 2008
London Eye

Some people taking photos and trying to locate the spots!

Photo by: Dominique T
04 2008

What You Can Expect

London Eye

The virtual maps and on-board commentary point out some of the well known London attractions that you'll see. The cruise is suitable in all weather as the boat has both covered and sun deck seating. Both decks are accessible for wheelchair users and toilets are available on board.

See London from a different perspective and enjoy a unique 40 minute circular sightseeing cruise on the river Thames with fascinating live commentary.
There are two options to choose from:

Cruise Only
Cruise & Skip the Line Flight

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Margaret T
Australia

5 star rating: Highly Recommended May 2013

This was great! The boat was large and comfortable and the commentary by the young lady was informative and humorous! I enjoyed it all!

Sandra D

5 star rating: Highly Recommended September 2012

Great experience. Had a hard time finding the right desk to trade on the voucher. Went to three before someone directed us appropriately. Otherwise the Eye was great fun as was the cruise. A must do for a London visitor

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Schedule Details

Departs

Departure point

London Eye is situated on the South Bank of the River Thames, opposite the Houses of Parliament.

Departure time

London Eye: River Cruise Experience:
Departures on the hour between 10.45am and 6.45pm 01 April - 30 October

Departures on the hour between 11:45am and 4.45pm 31 October - 31 March

London Eye Flights:
Go to the "Pre-Book Ticket Desk", located inside County Hall, which is the building directly next to the London Eye. You are required to start boarding for your flight 15 minutes before your flight time.

London Eye Opening Times:

January - May: 10am-8pm
June - September: 10am-9pm
October - December: 10am-8pm
December 24 - 10:00 am to 5:30pm
December 31 - 10:00 am to 3:00pm

Duration

60 minutes (approx.)

Additional Info

Inclusions

London Eye River Cruise (40 minutes)

Exclusions

Gratuities (optional)

Additional info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Strollers or heavy luggage are not allowed on The London Eye. A limited "left luggage" facility is available
All visitors must pass through metal detectors at the security check point

London Eye Closed / Altered Opening Times:

December 24 - last flight at 5:30pm
December 25 - Closed
December 31 - last flight at 3:00pm
Bank holidays: 9:30am to 9:00pm
Every Tuesday the first flight will be at 10.30am, except during school holidays and the months of June, July and August

Voucher info

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Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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Cruise Only
Code: CRON

40-minute cruise only. Departures at 10.45am, 11.45am, 12.45pm, 1.45pm, 2.45pm, 3.45pm, 4.45pm, 5.45pm and 6.45pm.

From USD

$20.63

Pricing details

Cruise & Skip the Line Flight
Code: CRSKF

40-minute cruise plus skip the line 30-minute London Eye flight.

From USD

$66.34

Pricing details

From USD $ 20.63

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London Eye: River Cruise Experience

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