London Eye, is pretty cool. I’ve been on it and enjoyed myself. But is £18 charging too much for the unique view of London?
First their making “record profits” in excess of £25m. Yes some, if not most, of this money goes to maintenance on what was meant to be a temporary structure in London.
Secondly, it’s horribly organised and visitors are herded like sheep and then hurried into a container for 30 minutes 28 minutes. If you want a proper relaxing experience you’re going to have to go with the “champagne” package or something and that’s when prices get even more ridiculous.
It has done some good though. The South Bank has benefited from the waves of tourism that has crashed on its shores, providing much needed stimulus in a struggling economy.
So is it too much?
I don’t think so. London Eye has become a much loved part of the London Skyline and is now synonymous with the city. Providing a much needed revenue source for surrounding business the London Eye is also completely independent from Government money so is no added strain on the taxpayer should there be a slow year.
And, in closing, if you visit on a clear sunny day, with a glass of champagne in your hand you’ll feel like a king albeit for 28 minutes.
