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The Ultimate London Tour: Private 6-Hour Tour in a London Taxi

London, United Kingdom
6 hours
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What You Will Do

Experience all that London has to offer in a day on this whistle-stop driving and walking tour of the most famous landmarks and sites that London is world-famous for, and see more of London in a day than most visitors will see in a week! 

On your private full-day tour, you will: 


  • Travel in style in a private London Black Cab with a licensed cab driver;

  • See London's most famous attractions, including 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and 2 Tudor Palaces;

  • Discover St.James's Palace, the historic residence of the British monarchy;

  • Catch the world-famous ‘Changing the Guard’ ceremony at Buckingham Palace if your tour's pick-up time is at 10 am or earlier (subject to weather conditions and schedule changes);

  • Take a stroll down Parliament Square, located in front of the Palace of Westminster and discover its surrounding landmarks;

  • See Big Ben (Elizabeth Tower), Westminster Abbey and statues of iconic figures such as Winston Churchill, Abraham Lincoln, Nelson Mandela, and Mahatma Gandhi, among others;

  • Pass by 10 Downing Street, home to the British Prime Minister;

  • Feel the bustling energy of Piccadilly Circus, an iconic entertainment centre featured in many movies and tv shows; 

  • Marble Arch,

  • See St Paul’s Cathedral, a masterpiece of Sir Christopher Wren;

  • Admire Kensington Palace, a historic royal residence located in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea with intricate architecture and lush gardens;

  • Snap a photo at the London Eye and the Shakespeare's Globe,

  • Explore Borough Market, a culinary hub for locals and visitors alike where you can find fresh produce, artisanal foods, and international delicacies;

  • Get breathtaking views of the Tower of London and Tower Bridge, a defining symbol of the city of London for its distinctive design, its unique location and for being showcased in multiple films building an even larger cultural significance,

  • Capture a memorable photo at Abbey Road and more!

Please note: that the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace happens on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, but can be subject to change and weather conditions. On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays you will see the changing of the Horseguards at Horse Guards Parade on Whitehall. You can check the schedule here: https://changing-guard.com/dates-buckingham-palace.html

London is a modern capital with an ancient past as for centuries it has occupied a central place in the rich fabric of British life and history. Your expert driver-guide will introduce you to one of the world's most multi-faceted and fascinating cities, home to the King, and aeons of Royal history, not to mention Shakespeare's Globe and a thrumming West End theatre scene.  

On your private, full-day tour in a Classic Black Cab, you'll stop along the way for many photo opportunities and hear the stories of many of the most famous buildings of Britain's Capital city as well as take the opportunity to stroll and explore some of the Victorian alleys and markets such as Covent Garden in the West End and Leadenhall market in the East End (featured in Harry Potter movies). 

This comprehensive tour will include stops all over the city, including Westminster Abbey, St Paul’s Cathedral, Kensington Palace, Tower of London, Tower Bridge, and many more. 

At each place, you'll be able to capture your memories and share your amazing day on Instagram, before being dropped off at a location of your choice.


IMPORTANT: This tour does not enter any attractions and no tickets are included

What's Included?

  • A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
  • Private Transportation throughout the day in a TXE, TX4 or Mercedes Vito London Taxi
  • Hotel pick up and drop off from your centrally located hotel in London

What's Not Included?

  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance Fees or guided visits inside venues
  • Airport pickup & drop off

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 4 days before tour start. Non refundable if cancelled within 4 days of tour start.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

Hotel Pick up is available from any Central London Hotel within a 5km radius from Embankment Place,. If your hotel information is not provided, your guide will meet you at the Taxi Rank in Embankment Place, outside Embankment Tube Station (at the Villiers Street entrance and not the Embankment entrance).

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Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is the official London residence for HM Queen Elizabeth II and it's one of London’s most popular attractions.

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Additional Information

This activity is operated by Travel Curious
  • Weather notes: Force Majeure Disclaimer: In the event of unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather, natural disasters, riots, strikes, etc. and the tour cannot operate as published, we will endeavour to reschedule your tour date/time or we will provide a full refund.
  • Know before you go: - Hotel pick-up is available upon request. Please note that if you do not provide us with your hotel information your guide will meet you at the recommended meeting point (address in the tour confirmation email). - Entrance tickets are not included in the tour price. - Our taxi fleet embodies London's iconic Hackney carriages, renowned for their classic design and comfort, and models like the Mercedes Vito, expanding our offerings. Traditionally black, these taxis sport a boxy shape for easy access and are marked by a rooftop sign indicating availability. While retaining the black heritage, recent changes have introduced varied colours or a full wrap adding a modern touch. With accessibility in mind, these taxis accommodate passengers with disabilities seamlessly. Amidst potential updates, our London Taxis maintain their timeless design, colouring the city's transportation landscape.
  • Accesibility: All Black Cabs are wheelchair accessible and foldable wheelchairs (under 10kg) can be stored in the vehicle. Please note the person must be able to get into and out of the vehicle without the assistance of the driver or tour guide and a member of the group must be able to lift the wheelchair in and out of the vehicle without the assistance of the driver or tour guide. Additionally, on some occasions, slight amendments to the route may need to be made to make this fully accessible. If your wheelchair is over 10kg or cannot be folded to be easily stored in a vehicle, please be in touch, so we can arrange a custom booking for you.