Regardless of whether you want to admire the city skyline or enjoy the views of nature, observation wheels around the world will give you the opportunity to see incredible sights and get thrills for people of all ages. The article describes the best of such attractions.
Big O, Tokyo, Japan
A miracle of modern technology was the world's first Hubless ferris wheel, which operates in the Tokyo Dome City entertainment center. It hit the Guinness Book of Records in 2006 and remains the largest wheel in the world with a diameter of 70 meters. Thunder Dolphin - the largest roller coaster in Tokyo - crosses the center of the Ferris wheel.
Glass cabins equipped with touchscreens feature music playlists (songs primarily in Japanese). The attraction provides a beautiful view of the theme park, Tokyo Dome and the bustling streets of the city.
Mickey Mouse Ferris Wheel in Disneyland California
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The Mickey Ferris Wheel is a breathtaking ride. Sixteen of its twenty-four cabs mounted on internal walkways slide in and out as the wheels spin.
For those who wish a more relaxed ride, eight fixed cabins are offered. The attraction guarantees the best views from a height of 50 m.
Eye of the Emirates in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
The Eye of the Emirates wheel is a 20-minute drive from the Persian Gulf. This is a wonderful attraction in the Al-Qasba amusement park, which rises to a height of almost 60 m above the Al Khan lagoon.
Set amid buildings full of restaurants and carnival attractions, the wheel is equipped with enclosed cabins that offer a break from the heat thanks to air conditioning. You will have unrivaled views of the bay, as well as impressive skyscrapers.
The Melbourne Star, Melbourne
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The original device was installed in Melbourne in 2008. It was valid for 40 days before design flaws forced the ride to close.
A new and improved construction began to function in 2013. Its height is 120 m. It is equipped with 21 glass cabins. Passengers enjoy beautiful views of Melbourne.
Centenary Wheel in Chicago, Illinois
The new and improved wheel in Chicago rises 60 meters above the Navy pier. Thanks to the modernization of the model and the addition of temperature-controlled cabins, it can accommodate an additional 180 people.
The attraction is built taking into account the effects of winds, the speed of which reaches 185 km per hour. Weather on Lake Chicago in winter is often harsh.
HEP Five, Osaka, Japan
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The 107-meter-high attraction offers impeccable views of Osaka city center, the nearest harbor and Ikoma Mountain. Since 1998, it has been equipped with 52 cabins, each of which can accommodate up to four people.
Niagara Sky, Niagara Falls
To fully appreciate the scale of Niagara Falls, you should ride the Niagara Sky ferris wheel, which is 53 meters high. It provides a breathtaking view.
Hong Kong Ferris Wheel, Hong Kong
The Hong Kong wheel has been seen on the Hong Kong skyline since it opened in 2014. It offers exquisite views of the city harbor and skyscrapers. The ride height is about 60 m. The wheel includes 42 air-conditioned cabins and free Wi-Fi.
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The Eye of London, England
The Eye of London Ferris Wheel was opened in 2000 and remains a must-see destination for all tourists. The UK's most popular tourist attraction is equipped with 32 cabins.
High-tech booths rise to a height of 135 m above the River Thames. The wheel involves a 30-minute ride.
Eye of Orlando, Florida
The huge Ferris wheel, which appeared in Orlando in 2015, is one of the newest and largest attractions in the world.
The mega-building with 30 booths, whose height is 122 m, is a symbol of technological development. People enjoy views of the local parks, the Orlando skyline and Cape Canaveral on the Atlantic coast.
Soaring Singapore, Singapore
The second largest ferris wheel in the world lifts to a height of 165 m.
Originally presented as a counterclockwise wheel, the structure was launched clockwise in its first year on the advice of Feng Shui experts.
The Great Wheel, Seattle
Seattle’s Great Wheel was opened in 2012. It rises 53 m above the Puget Sound.
The wheel includes 42 cabins, each of which seats 8 passengers. The trip involves three full turns, so there will be enough time to take a look at the sights of Seattle.
Ferris Wheel Wiener Riesenrad in Leopoldstadt, Vienna
The Wiener Riesenrad Ferris Wheel is one of the most popular in Vienna. Although the history of the wheel dates back to 1897, the current structure was rebuilt after it was damaged in World War II. The number of booths was reduced from 30 to 15.
The wheel, whose height is 65 m, is the main attraction in the amusement park.
Cosmo 21 Watch, Yokohama, Japan
Originally designed and built for YES '89, the wheel stands in a new location where it was moved in 1999. Its height is 112.5 m.
It looks best at night when lit. It is equipped with 60 booths, each of which seats up to eight people.
A fifteen-minute ride is an excellent tour of the city of Yokohama, a drive from the wheel offers a magnificent view of the Oryx Tower and Yokohama Bay. On a clear day, people can see the skyscrapers of Shinjuku, the Boso Peninsula and even Mount Fuji.
