If you’re after a unique view across the city but wanting to stay away from the mass crowd in line for the London Eye or The Shard, then take advantage of UK’s first urban cable car, The Emirates Air Line that links across the River Thames. Built by Doppelmayr with sponsorship from the airline Emirates, the service opened on 28 June 2012 and is operated by Transport for London. The ride offers a good sky-high view of London from the east, linking North Greenwich (near The O2) to Royal Victoria on the north bank. With the ability to carry up to 2,500 people per hour in each direction (the equivalent of 30 buses) over the 1.1km street of river, the Emirates Air Line offers passengers fantastic views of the City, Canary Wharf, the Thames Barrier and the Olympic Park. In summer, ‘Night Flights’ are available with a longer journey time, audio/visual entertainment and the opportunity to take in the breath-taking sights of London after-dark.
Opening Times:
Summer 1 Apr - 30 Sep
Mon - Thurs (07:00 - 23:00)
Fri (07:00 - 23:00)
Sat (08:00 - 23:00)
Sun (09:00 - 23:00)
Winter 1 Oct - 31 Mar
Mon - Thurs (07:00 - 21:00)
Fri (07:00 - 23:00)
Sat (08:00 - 23:00)
Sun (09:00 - 21:00)