![]() ![]() Granted, I visited during the day which is when the attraction is least busy, but I was impressed with the efficiency of the operation. While I’ve seen the resorts that line the Strip a million times, there’s something awe-inspiring about the vantage point provided by the High Roller.Īs the ride concluded, our group was helped out of our slowly moving pod, and we were released onto the LINQ Promenade below. While the ride lasts a total of 30 minutes, the best is the 15 minutes or so when you’re at or near the apex.įrom there, you’ll be able to see landmarks like the Wynn Golf Course, MSG Sphere, the Airport, the Las Vegas valley beyond the Strip, and mountains in the background. There’s seating on either side of the pod, which can accommodate about 8 total people, although many of the seats don’t offer an advantageous view. Screens hanging overhead provide information on how the High Roller was built and other fun tidbits about what you’re able to see in the distance throughout the ride. The cabin features floor-to-ceiling windows that are spherical, providing you the opportunity to look straight down… if so inclined. If you choose to ride during the day (non-peak time), there’s a good chance your family or group could have an entire pod to yourself. ![]() On this occurrence, there were 3 other people on board, meaning we had an abundance of room, freedom to wander around the cabin, and unobstructed views in all directions. The cabins are surprisingly spacious and are able to fit up to 40 people, however, my recent rides have been sparsely populated. Once everyone steps in, the doors close, and you’re on your way up! The staff does a great job of shuffling the previous riders off prior to the new group stepping into the pod, however. The boarding platform is the next stop, and jumping aboard has a borderline hectic feel as the observation wheel is in a state of perpetual motion. Uniquely, you can buy a drink or two for the ride, assuming you didn’t upgrade to the happy half-hour package, which will provide plenty of drinks onboard. The security checkpoint consists of a metal detector, which requires you to remove any metallic items from your pockets and is minimally invasive, taking no more than 15 seconds.Īs you make your way toward the boarding area, there’s a bar that serves a variety of cocktails, canned beer, seltzers, and slushie drinks. The lot is located off Flamingo and Linq Lane, with another entrance off Koval and Winnick, east of Las Vegas Boulevard.Boarding the High Roller Observation Wheelīecause I pre-purchased tickets, I was able to bypass the line to buy tickets at the box office (which can be long and slow-moving) and head straight to the security checkpoint. Valet parking is conveniently located just a few steps away from the wheel entrance, and the self-parking lot is a quick walk behind the wheel. You may bring those on the ride, but no outside beverages are allowed.īoth self-parking and valet parking is available. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase in the wheel house. It is suggested riders use the facilities before boarding. No, but restrooms are located in the wheel house. The wheel moves at a slow one foot per second allowing guests to easily enter and exit the cabins. It takes about 30 minutes to make one revolution, but plan on one hour to accommodate stops. In a tech twist, each cabin features eight monitor screens hosting dynamic video and music shows coordinated with different views and touchpoints, such as reaching the highest point during the ride. Seatbelts are not necessary, as each pod is fully enclosed in 300 square feet of floor-to-ceiling glass. ![]() The cabins fit up to 40 people at a time.Įach of the 28 total cabins are spacious and easy to walk around in during the ride, with two small benches if seating is preferred. How many people fit in a cabin at a time? It is 107 feet taller than the London Eye. The High Roller Wheel is open from 11:30 am to 2:00 am daily.įrom the ground to the top of the tallest cabin, The High Roller tops out at 550 feet, making it the world's tallest observation wheel. ![]()
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