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London Private Black Cab Tour: 2 hour highlights/hotel pick-up

4.9 Excellent 1248 reviews
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2h
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Private tour Instant confirmation Live guide

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Recommended by 98% of travellers: 1226 four- and five-star reviews

Overview

Guidekin summary

See London's highlights by black cab on a private tour for your party, with photo stops and a route shaped around your interests. A driver-guide and selected-hotel pickup and drop-off are included; the tour is priced per group and the route depends on traffic. 4.92 from 1,248 reviews at €263 per group/vehicle for 2h.

From the guide

The perfect introduction to London!! See the highlights without spending half your day on a tour. Sit back and enjoy the city from the comfort of your own private black cab, with a personal driver/guide who knows London inside out. This relaxed and flexible 2-hour tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want a great overview of London and the freedom to stop for photos along the way. And if you’re enjoying yourself and want to see more, simply ask your driver on the day and you can extend your tour.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 9 start times between 08:00 and 16:00
Scheduled through December 2027

This tour runs daily, with 9 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 depending on the date. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
Local guide
A personalized private tour (2 hours)
Transport by private London Black Taxi

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

Buckingham Palace Stop 1
Most of our tours will include a visit to Buckingham Palace. We usually stop here for about 15 mins. PLEASE NOTE: the itinerary will depend on where we pick you up from, traffic conditions on the day, and your personal preferences. Your driver will discuss this with you when he meets you.
15 min
St. James's Palace Stop 2
Most tours will include a visit to St James's Palace, the official palace of the monarchy. We usually spend about 5 mins here. PLEASE NOTE: the itinerary will depend on where we pick you up from, traffic conditions on the day, and your personal preferences. Your driver will discuss this with you when he meets you.
5 min
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall Stop 3
Most of our tours will include a drive past Horse Guards Parade. Your friendly driver/guide will tell you all about its fascinating history. PLEASE NOTE: the itinerary will depend on where we pick you up from, traffic conditions on the day, and your personal preferences. Your driver will discuss this with you when he meets you.
Pass by
Westminster Abbey Stop 4
Most of our tours will include a visit to Westminster Abbey. Your friendly driver/guide will tell you all about its fascinating history. PLEASE NOTE: the itinerary will depend on where we pick you up from, traffic conditions on the day, and your personal preferences. Your driver will discuss this with you when he meets you.
10 min
Houses of Parliament Stop 5
Most of our tours will include a visit to the iconic Houses of Parliament. Your friendly driver/guide will tell you all about its fascinating history. We usually try and spend 10 mins here. PLEASE NOTE: the itinerary will depend on where we pick you up from, traffic conditions on the day, and your personal preferences. Your driver will discuss this with you when he meets you.
10 min
Big Ben Stop 6
Most of our tours will include a drive past the famous Big Ben clock tower. Your friendly driver/guide will tell you all about its fascinating history. PLEASE NOTE the itinerary will depend on where we pick you up from, traffic conditions on the day, and your personal preferences. Your driver will discuss this when he meets you.
Pass by
Trafalgar Square Stop 7
Most of our tours will include a drive round Trafalgar Square. Your friendly driver/guide will tell you all about its fascinating history. PLEASE NOTE: the itinerary will depend on where we pick you up from, traffic conditions on the day, and your personal preferences. Your driver will discuss this with you when he meets you.
Pass by
St. Paul's Cathedral Stop 8
If time permits, we will take you to see St Paul's Cathedral. We usually try and spend 5 mins here.. PLEASE NOTE: the itinerary will depend on where we pick you up from, traffic conditions on the day, and your personal preferences. Your driver will discuss this with you when he meets you.
5 min
Tower Bridge Stop 9
Depending on traffic and if time permits, we may be able to include London Tower Bridge in the tour. Please discuss this with your driver. PLEASE NOTE: the itinerary will depend on where we pick you up from, traffic conditions on the day, and your personal preferences. Your driver will discuss this with you when he meets you.
Pass by
Tower of London Stop 10
Depending on traffic and if time permits, we may be able to include the Tower of London in the tour. Please discuss this with your driver. PLEASE NOTE: the itinerary will depend on where we pick you up from, traffic conditions on the day, and your personal preferences. Your driver will discuss this with you when he meets you.
10 min

Departure & Return

Pickup included

Please note that we can pick up from most Central London locations on request. We DO NOT pick up from any of London's airports.

961 pickup points listed by the operator, 961 of them hotels

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • PLEASE NOTE: the itinerary will depend on where we pick you up from, traffic conditions on the day, and your personal preferences. Your driver will discuss this with you when he meets you.

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
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This tour · #127 of 160€263 per group2h4.92 (1248)private
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Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London€1493h4.99 (717)private

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