Pacific Wheel

The world’s only solar-powered Ferris wheel gives visitors a panoramic view of the Southern California coastline from more than 130 feet above the Santa Monica Pier. Measuring 85 feet, the Wheel moves at 2.5 revolutions per minute with intermittent stops to pick up passengers. Features more than 174,000 energy-efficient LED lights that display dynamic, eye-popping computer-generated lighting entertainment in the evenings.

See the Pacific Wheel and watch our nightly light programs on our live-streaming webcams.

Fast Facts

The Pacific Wheel is the world’s first solar-powered Ferris wheel.

Height Requirement: 42” or under 42″ with adult. All riders above the age of 3 must have a valid ticket or wristband.

State law prohibits single riders on open gondola-style Ferris wheels.

Upcoming Light Programs on the Pacific Wheel

February 1, 2022

Special Wheel Lighting: Luna New Year
Pacific Park celebrates the Year of the Tiger with special lighting of the Pacific Wheel that will feature red and gold colors and an 80-ft tall tiger!
Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier, 380 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA
February 1, 2022
February 1, 2022

February 3, 2022

Special Lighting: Black History Month
The Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel will be lit red, green and yellow on Thursday, February 3 in recognition of Black History Month.

February 3, 2022
February 4, 2022

February 4, 2022

Special Lighting: Black History Month
The Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel will be lit red, green and yellow on Thursday, February 3 in recognition of Black History Month.

February 3, 2022
February 4, 2022

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