A Must-See World Tour of Ferris Wheels for Romantic Getaways

By the MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team

 

In movies or idol dramas, Ferris wheels are always associated with romantic couples and are also popular tourist attractions around the world. Below, we introduce some famous Ferris wheels from around the globe—see how many you recognize from the photos shared by netizens！

The Wonder Wheel is located in Coney Island, New York. Built in 1920, it stands approximately 45.7 meters tall. Coney Island is a beloved summer getaway destination for New Yorkers, just a day trip away. (Image source / from campoutkid.com)

BIG O, which began operations in 2006, stands 60 meters tall with a diameter of 60 meters. One full rotation takes about 15 minutes. From its height, you can not only overlook the urban streetscape of Tokyo but also catch a glimpse of the Tokyo Skytree on clear days. (Image source / from www.observationwheeldirectory.com)

 

The Singapore Flyer, which took over four years to build, stands 165 meters tall—equivalent to a 42-story building—and has become one of Asia’s most iconic structures. It features 28 fully air-conditioned and UV-protected observation capsules, each accommodating up to 28 people, with each rotation taking about 30 minutes. (Image source / from fwallpapers.com)

 

 

Austria, Vienna — Wiener Riesenrad

The Wiener Riesenrad was built in 1897, stands 64.75 meters tall, and is one of the earliest Ferris wheels. It is also the only one from the 19th century that is still in operation. (Image source / from www.fotocommunity.de)

 

Located on the Yongle Bridge over the Haihe River in Tianjin, China, the Tianjin Eye is the world’s only Ferris wheel built on a bridge. Standing 120 meters tall with a diameter of 110 meters—approximately the height of a 35-story building—it takes about 30 minutes for one full rotation. (Image source / from amazingnotes.com)

 

The Yokohama Ferris Wheel stands 112.5 meters tall and has 60 observation capsules that can accommodate up to 480 people. Each rotation takes about 15 minutes, allowing it to carry an estimated 1,920 passengers per hour. (Image source / from youinjapan.net)

 

The Texas Star Ferris wheel in Dallas, Texas, USA, stands 76 meters tall and is the tallest Ferris wheel in all of North America. (Image source / from hackmytrip.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com)

 

 

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