Wheel of Liverpool

You'll spot this towering wheel from Albert Dock before you even think about queuing up, but the views from 60 metres up genuinely deliver. The glass capsules are spacious enough that you won't feel like sardines, and the full rotation gives you time to properly take in the Mersey, the Three Graces, and the sprawling cityscape beyond. The best time to ride is golden hour when the light hits the waterfront just right, though the evening slots when the city lights start twinkling aren't bad either. Yes, it's touristy, but even locals admit the perspective is worth it – especially on clear days when you can see right across to the Wirral and beyond.