Historical Tours · Half-day Tours

London Private Black Cab Tour: 3 memorable hours/hotel pick-up

5.0(108)5 out of 5, from 108 reviews·3h·Private group
What you pay forThe bookingThe price does not change with the size of your group.
Group sizeUp to 15Per booking.
Minimum ageAll agestraveler 0–120

Will this work for your group?

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  • All 5 of you can be booked together.
  • Open to all ages, including your youngest.
  • One price for all 5 of you

About this experience

New for 2025! Due to the tremendous success of our 2 hour tour (hundreds of five-star Trip Advisor reviews) we are launching this fantastic 3 hour tour. Take an unforgettable fully guided tour through bustling London in the calm of a traditional black taxi with your personal and friendly driver/guide. Get up close and personal to iconic sites such as Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey! These taxi tours are the perfect way of seeing the city for everyone from families to solo travellers, and are especially ideal for older passengers and those who are less mobile, as there is very little walking involved. Your friendly and knowledgeable driver/guide will help you design the perfect itinerary or take the reins completely, escorting you to London’s famous attractions. Travel in relaxed comfort stopping to get out the cab at key locations to take photos.

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What you actually do

Of 7 listed stops, you get out at 6 and see 1 from the vehicle. Admission is not included at Buckingham Palace, St. James's Palace, Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall, Westminster Abbey, Houses of Parliament, Big Ben.

  1. 1

    Buckingham Palace

    A visit to Buckingham palace, one of the most famous palaces in the world, a must for most people! There will be plenty of time to get out the cab for a short walk to take photographs. Your friendly driver/guide will tell you all about the enduring history of the Monarchy’s official London residence.

    You get out here15 minAdmission not included

  2. 2

    St. James's Palace

    Another historic palace (and the official palace of the monarchy) with a rich past. There will be time for a short walk to take photographs and listen to your friendly driver/guide tell you all about its fascinating history.

    You get out here10 minAdmission not included

  3. 3

    St. James's Park

    We drive past one of London’ lovely royal parks and possible its prettiest. If time permits and you want to get out for a little wander, just ask your driver to let you out. PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay.

    Seen from the vehicle

  4. 4

    Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

    Another stop is this beautiful parade ground where all the main royal events take place in London. Officially the gateway to the royal palaces, it’s surrounded by classic architecture from the Georgian and Victorian period, containing many government buildings.

    You get out here10 minAdmission not included

  5. 5

    Westminster Abbey

    An essential stop on any tour of London with its stunning gothic architecture, this is the official church of the crown. There will be plenty of time to get out the cab to take a short walk to take photographs and listen to your friendly driver/guide tell you all about its history and the great events that have taken…

    You get out here15 minAdmission not included

  6. 6

    Houses of Parliament

    This breathtaking gothic building, the centre of British Parliament, is another great stop! There will be time to stop to get out for photographs and listen to your driver/guide tell you just some of the amazing history that have taken place here, at the home of the oldest democracy in the world.

    You get out here15 minAdmission not included

  7. 7

    Big Ben

    One of the most recognisable sights of London, Big Ben has dominated the skyline here since Victorian times. The famous clock has seen it all and though there is very little parking nearby, we briefly stop to take photographs. PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay.

    You get out here5 minAdmission not included

Where the day happens

≈ 1.2 km from the city centre. 7 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

The advertised price does not cover coffee and/or tea, brunch, snacks and more — budget for those separately.

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Brunch
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Soda/Pop

Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.

Good to know (8)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Admission to attractions is not included in the tour.
Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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