London Eye

Now an established fixture on the London skyline that's visible all around the city, the London Eye is worth a visit. There's something decidedly space-aged about the design and engineering of the wheel. It was the vision of architects David Marks and Julia Barfield, a husband and wife team, and is supposed to be 'a metaphor for the turning of the century'. Actually it got to the millenium celebration party a little late, finally arriving in March 2000. Since then though it's proven to be a draw for Londoners and London tourists alike and is now the most popular paid-for attraction in the UK. Yes, you do have to pay for the London Eye and it will set you back about £15 (£7.50 for kids). But if it's a romantic evening for two you're after it's hard to beat.

Where: on the South Bank, next to County Hall - see map.

When: 10am - 8am (10am - 9pm in June & September; 10am - 9pm July & August)

More information: visit the London Eye website.