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When you\u2019re traveling anywhere as a person with a disability, every trip requires added research and planning. And Lomdon is no exception: Finding wheelchair-accessible things to do in the capital can often be a tricky task, due to the fact that information about accessibility is limited. It takes a lot of detective work, looking at Google images of buildings or searching venues on social media to figure out if a place is doable. That\u2019s where an app like Sociability<\/a> can help; travelers with disabilities can use it to find accessible places, so you can enjoy your trip stress-free! Sociability tags the accessibility of venues such as bars and restaurants so you can decide the best places to suit you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n


Are you planning a trip to London and don\u2019t know where to start with finding wheelchair accessible things to do? Don\u2019t worry\u2014we\u2019ve got you! Accessibility can look different for everyone. In this article, we\u2019re talking about wheelchair access in particular from the view of our two teammates at Sociability\u2014Gem and Jennie who are wheelchair users. We\u2019ll be highlighting places that are either step-free or provide lift or ramp access to venues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 5 suggestions of wheelchair-accessible things to do in London!<\/p>\n\n\n

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    When you think of London tourist activities, this is always at the top of the list! Why not head over to the South Bank of the River Thames and get a whole view of London while you\u2019re here? The London Eye is fully wheelchair accessible, and they provide a free companion\/carer ticket, which is why it is top of our list for wheelchair friendly things to do in London!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The London Eye has access for two wheelchair users per capsule and eight in total at any one time. In order to get to the Eye, this route is fully ramped throughout. A fun fact: The London Eye is always in motion. However, if you\u2019re a wheelchair user they will stop the eye for 1 minute and load a ramp for you to arrive on. Just let them know in advance that you plan to visit by emailing Customer.Services@<\/a>londoneye.com<\/a>. Want to see what it\u2019s like in action first-hand as a wheelchair user? Our teammate Jennie <\/a>has<\/a> a reel <\/a>that does just that! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Other accessible features of the London Eye experience include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n