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

4.9 · 1,248 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ London Operated by Black Taxi Tours of London Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
9 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 · Hotel pickup from 961 pickup points
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

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 €265 per group/vehicle for 2h.

Best for: Start with a private London black cab at €265 per group/vehicle for 2h, with selected hotel pickup; the route depends on traffic. 4.92 from 1,248 reviews. Private Tours comparison

Trade-off: Route depends on traffic.

In our comparison: #127 of 159 in Private Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

Editorial check: September 15, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €265 per group.

Included and not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
  • Local guide
  • A personalized private tour (2 hours)
  • Transport by private London Black Taxi
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 1 October 2026.

Reviews

4.9
1,248 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,226 of 1,248

Star breakdown of all 1,248 ratings

5 stars
1,190 · 95%
4 stars
36 · 3%
3 stars
7 · 1%
2 stars
7 · 1%
1 star
8 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the knowledgeable drivers and tailored routes; some find the sightseeing limited to a basic overview

Praised

  • Friendly drivers explain London's history with humour and detailed local knowledge
  • Routes adapted to travellers' interests and requests
  • Photo stops where drivers help take pictures
  • An introduction to the main sights that helps visitors plan the rest of their stay
  • Cab travel makes sightseeing easier for travellers who want to limit walking

Complaints

  • Some find the sightseeing too basic, with little opportunity to explore landmarks in depth
  • Traffic can limit how much sightseeing fits into the tour

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (20 January 2026 to 25 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
9 start times between 08:00 and 16:00 daily; scheduled through December 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 961 pickup points (961 pickup points listed by the operator, 961 of them hotels)
Operator
Black Taxi Tours of London; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

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.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Strollers OK
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Good to know

  • Food not included Food and drinks, unless specified

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Private Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #127 of 159€265 per group2h4.92 (1248)private
London Sightseeing Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick Up€380 per group4h5.0 (1613)private
Rock Cab Tours presents Music Legends Private Taxi Tour of London€2373h5.0 (695)private
Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London€1493h4.99 (717)private

Ranked #127 of 159 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €36 to €1135, median €224; typical length 3h. 159 of 159 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 159 Private Tours

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