City Star (The Giant Wheel) – Göbel

Special features and design

The travelling City Star Ferris wheel is operated by showman company Göbel from Worms. In London, it operates under the name The Giant Wheel.

The City Star Ferris wheel is offered as an attraction that you can book separately, with timed entry slots. According to the organiser, a circuit or booked ride takes about ten minutes. This makes the wheel a relaxing contrast to the fast rides.

The design is an important part of the experience at a Christmas funfair. While some attractions mainly offer great heights, others stand out with a lively ride, a theme of their own or playful elements.

City Star (The Giant Wheel): Appearance at Winter Wonderland

On the current map for issue 2026/27, the City Star Ferris wheel is listed under the name The Giant Wheel. This means the ride is part of the announced attractions programme. Together with the neighbouring rides, it makes the area an interesting stop on your walk around the London Winterfest.

City Star (The Giant Wheel): The ride experience

On the City Star (The Giant Wheel), you rise slowly above the illuminated rides and stalls. With each turn, the view of the Winter Wonderland and the surroundings of Hyde Park changes. The steady pace lets you enjoy the scenery.

You can get a good idea of the movement just by watching. Especially if you are seeing the attraction for the first time, watching a full cycle helps you judge whether the ride experience suits your taste. The way it blends with the winter decorations also shapes the impression.

Who is The Giant Wheel suitable for?

Especially after dark, the lighting and the view across the site make for a lovely experience. Bear in mind that entry may be restricted to a booked time slot.

The operator’s binding rules apply at the entrance. You can find more attractions in our attraction overview.