The Capital Wheel, Oxon Hill: Photos, Reviews & Location

180-ft. ferris wheel offering 8-person gondolas, colorful lights & views of the Potomac River.

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#10 of 13 Tourist attractions in Oxon Hill

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.60

0.3 km from the center of Oxon Hill

Rating breakdown

5 ★72%
4 ★21%
3 ★5%
2 ★1%
1 ★1%

141 American Way, Oxon Hill, MD 20745

thecapitalwheel.com

(301) 842-8650

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Quick facts

What is the rating of The Capital Wheel?: The Capital Wheel is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 6,488 reviews.
How does The Capital Wheel rank in Oxon Hill?: The Capital Wheel is #10 of 13 Tourist attractions in Oxon Hill by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is The Capital Wheel located?: 141 American Way, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 — 0.3 km from the center of Oxon Hill.
How can I contact The Capital Wheel?: Phone: (301) 842-8650 · Website: thecapitalwheel.com

Reviews (11)

Mikkela T 2023 Nov 21

For 17 bucks, you get and gentle ride up and around. You will have a view of all the DMV (DC, Maryland, and Virginia). It’s fun to watch the world from a different view. Drive or take the bus to the National Harbor. No metro stop.

Analy Hernandez L 2023 Oct 23

Beautiful place for pictures and much more. The capital wheel was close for being super windy that day I went, but overall all it was a good place to take pictures with the family. You can find parking a few block away, like 5 minute walk. About 5 dollars for 1.5 hours, we stayed to eat so we paid about $15 for 2 hours. There are a lot of stores and restaurants.

stephanie turcios 2023 Oct 21

I love going to national harbor. This is a must when visiting the dmv. There are many dining places, perfect for evening walks or of course taking a fun ride on the wheel. It gets more busy during the summer and weekends but it’s worth the wait. I never get tired of it, best time for views is at sunset!!

Karla Jimenez Rodas 2023 Oct 04

Great place for a date night. I recommend going just in time for the sunset, that way you can experience both the day and nighttime view. So be sure to check the expected sunset time before your visit. They always have promotions, we paid a little over $40 for two tickets, a digital download of the photo we had taken, and four hard copies, of which one was framed in a very cute fall theme frame.

Maddison Farris 2023 Jul 29

How fun! I can’t think of a better way to spend such a lovely afternoon. The kids loved it. Friendly staff, booming atmosphere, and sky high vibes. What a great day. Can’t wait to come back!

Ashlina Chin 2023 Jul 11

We rode the wheel during the winter time and I bought tickets in advance so we could have more flexibility in when we rode. We had a very short wait and the ride was actually longer than expected. I also thought I'd be colder, but I was pretty comfortable in the pod. You get a great view of the harbor and since we were there during holidays, we also got some nice views of different events. Fun activity to do if you're bidding the harbor, but not sure it's worth experiencing more than once.

Laura Lockhart 2023 Jun 26

This experience was nice and peaceful.
They allow you to ride 10-15mn.
Be careful when entering the pod (I hit my head upon entrance 🥴)
Beautiful views.
Great photo op!

Autumn Alexander 2023 Jun 12

Stunning views at sunset! The price was affordable at $17 per adult ($13 or so per child). The line was long but seemed to move quickly enough. The ride is 10-15 minutes in duration. The capsules are roomy and air conditioned, which I loved! And, there's music playing to add to the experience. 10/10 would recommend. Oh, and yes, if you're carrying around souvenirs, shopping bags, and/or leftovers from a restaurant, you can bring them into your capsule.

Paige H 2023 May 12

The capital wheel at the national harbor is a focal point that draws in visitors from all over. The cars are temperature controlled and the seating is comfortable. The views however, make this attraction worth the ride and it is a fun experience for people of all ages. The attraction also has an accessibility ramp making it inclusive for those who cannot use stairs. If you're visiting the national harbor, I highly recommend making a stop at the capital wheel.

Géne Bello 2023 Apr 25

Located at the National Harbor in Maryland. This place has a lot of bars and restaurants that definitely seem enjoyable. Unfortunately, I did not when in to eat anything because I ate before arriving. I did got on the Capital Wheel definitely would have enjoy more the view during the day and evening. However, no matter what time of the day you go the atmosphere will be enjoyable. Ticket cost $18.70 and they only take card, no cash.

Lucy W 2022 Sep 10

Beautiful views at night. Nice family activity. Goes really slow so it's nice for a relaxed ride but the adventure thriller in me wishes that it went faster and moved more. A little stuffy inside because it is enclosed but overall, the kids enjoyed.