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Jun 9th, 2008, 06:13 AM
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I am considering getting a multi attraction and transit pass. I do not see, however, how you can book a time for the London Eye with this. It seems you can only do this when you book directly with the London Eye website. Does anyone have any experience with this?
Jun 9th, 2008, 08:19 AM
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<<< a multi attraction and transit pass. >>>
A what? You aren't talking about the London Rip-off - sorry Pass by any chance?
As for the London Eye, why book ahead when it could be raining or foggy when you go up.
Leave it until the day before - or even the day itself before making any decisions
A what? You aren't talking about the London Rip-off - sorry Pass by any chance?
As for the London Eye, why book ahead when it could be raining or foggy when you go up.
Leave it until the day before - or even the day itself before making any decisions
Jun 9th, 2008, 10:41 AM
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yes - if you are talking about the London Pass, run (don't walk - run) the other direction as fast as you can.
The transport option covers too much territory and costs too much. And the pass itself is not a bargain. As alanRow says, the most important thing about riding the Eye is the weather, not some supposed bargain fare.
Wait until you are in London, and if the weather is nice ring up the Eye booking office and then pick up your ticket before boarding.
If the weather is nasty, wait til the next day -- the weather will likely change.
The transport option covers too much territory and costs too much. And the pass itself is not a bargain. As alanRow says, the most important thing about riding the Eye is the weather, not some supposed bargain fare.
Wait until you are in London, and if the weather is nice ring up the Eye booking office and then pick up your ticket before boarding.
If the weather is nasty, wait til the next day -- the weather will likely change.
Jun 9th, 2008, 12:14 PM
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I disagree about the London Pass. Under the right circumstances, it can be, well, not exactly a bargain, but not a rip-off at all. Plus the convenience factor is significant. There is so much less hassle.
After our trip last October, my sister and I worked out the economics, and by planning fairly carefully we got reasonable value out of the deal. You do have to stay on the go to get your money's worth out of it.
When we are next there, however, we will not get a London Pass and will instead devote our time to taking advantage of all the free museums and parks.
After our trip last October, my sister and I worked out the economics, and by planning fairly carefully we got reasonable value out of the deal. You do have to stay on the go to get your money's worth out of it.
When we are next there, however, we will not get a London Pass and will instead devote our time to taking advantage of all the free museums and parks.
Jun 9th, 2008, 10:00 PM
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Did you do the maths taking into account that by having a London Travelcard you can use lots of 2-for-1 offers?
www.daysoutguide.co.uk
Also the major museums & galleries in London are FREE
www.daysoutguide.co.uk
Also the major museums & galleries in London are FREE
Jun 9th, 2008, 10:22 PM
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Cynthia: I'm a bit confused. You start out saying "<i>I disagree about the London Pass</i>"
But then say "<i>it can be, well, not exactly a bargain, but not a rip-off </i>" and finish w/ "<i>When we are next there, however, we will not get a London Pass</i>"
Talk about faint praise!
The LP is a waste of money for most visitors. Sure, it covers a LOT of sites, but just because they cover a lot of places doesn't mean a mere mortal could get to more than a handful. The short duration ones have you running around from place to place to break even. And the longer duration Passes are very expensive.
There are soooo many free sites and w/ the 2 for 1 specials a couple would spend a fraction of the cost of 2 London Passes.
But then say "<i>it can be, well, not exactly a bargain, but not a rip-off </i>" and finish w/ "<i>When we are next there, however, we will not get a London Pass</i>"
Talk about faint praise!
The LP is a waste of money for most visitors. Sure, it covers a LOT of sites, but just because they cover a lot of places doesn't mean a mere mortal could get to more than a handful. The short duration ones have you running around from place to place to break even. And the longer duration Passes are very expensive.
There are soooo many free sites and w/ the 2 for 1 specials a couple would spend a fraction of the cost of 2 London Passes.
Jun 10th, 2008, 07:06 AM
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Our plan was to use The London Pass as completely as we could on this trip, and on the next trip do the free things, thus maximizing the value of the pass the one time we purchased one.
Plus, it is convenient to walk up, flash the pass and proceed. The convenience factor has considerable value, in my opinion.
We were not together all the time as we have some different interests and did not think we would use the 2-for-1 options as much.
Faint praise it may be, but I think the pass is a viable option for some.
Plus, it is convenient to walk up, flash the pass and proceed. The convenience factor has considerable value, in my opinion.
We were not together all the time as we have some different interests and did not think we would use the 2-for-1 options as much.
Faint praise it may be, but I think the pass is a viable option for some.
Jun 21st, 2008, 04:08 PM
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The London Pass is a rip-off, period. You can do much better with the 2-for-1 discounts already mentioned here. There is no problem getting tickets for the London Eye when you get there, and since it is very much dependent upon weather, I would wait.
Jun 23rd, 2008, 04:50 PM
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I got to the London Eye at about 10:30 in the morning and only had to wait about 5 minutes in line. I know it's a longer wait other times and you may not always be as lucky at that time as I was. I went on a Tuesday. I'm sure the weekend would be busier.
