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

5.0 Excellent 108 reviews
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3h
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Private tour Instant confirmation Live guide

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Recommended by 100% of travellers: 108 four- and five-star reviews

Overview

Guidekin summary

See Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey from a traditional black taxi on a private tour for your party. A driver-guide and air-conditioned transport are included; attraction admission is extra and the tour is priced per group. 5 from 108 reviews at €369 per group/vehicle for 3h.

From the guide

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. London is your oyster with this memorable 3 hour private black taxi 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

Private transportation
In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Brunch
Snacks
Lunch
Carbonated beverages: Soda/Pop

Itinerary

Buckingham Palace Stop 1
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. PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
15 min
St. James's Palace Stop 2
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. If the timings work, there may even be time to watch some of the changing the guard ceremony which takes place here on certain days. PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
10 min
St. James's Park Stop 3
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. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
Pass by
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall Stop 4
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. If timings permit, you might be able to get out the cab to take a short walk to see some of Changing the Horse Guards ceremony. PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
10 min
Westminster Abbey Stop 5
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 place here. PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
15 min
Houses of Parliament Stop 6
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. PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
15 min
Big Ben Stop 7
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. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
5 min
London Eye Stop 8
One of London’s newer attractions (built to celebrate the millennium in the year 2000) it is already one of the most photographed sights of London! Although there is very little parking in the vicinity, we briefly stop to take photographs. PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
5 min
Whitehall Stop 9
A drive down this historic avenue is like a trip though British history. We pass many beautiful Government buildings, including Downing Steet, the London residence of the British Prime Minister. (Unfortunately, Downing Street has been closed to the public for many years for obvious security reasons.) PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
Pass by
Trafalgar Square Stop 10
The very centre of London and some say its beating heart. Dominated by the imposing statue of Admiral Nelson, one of our greatest historical figures, and the impressive architecture of the National Gallery. There is no easy parking here but your driver will try and find a place to stop so you can take photos. PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
5 min
St. Paul's Cathedral Stop 11
London’s main church with its giant dome, St Paul’s is a constant source of pride for the city. Built by the eminent architect Sir Christopher Wren after the previous church burnt down in the Great Fire of London), we stop here to get out the cab for photos. Listen to your friendly driver/guide tell you all about its glorious history, including how it survived the blitz – the bombing of London during WW2 - giving Londoner’s hope and comfort during their darkest hour. PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
10 min
Tower of London Stop 12
Without doubt, this 11th century Norman castle is the oldest building in London and contains more of the nation’s history than any other in London. A stop here is definitely on a lot of peoples lists. There will be time to get out the cab for a short walk to take photos and listen to your driver/guide tell you something of its incredible history. PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
15 min
Tower Bridge Stop 13
One of London’s most beautiful and instantly recognisable sights, this is the city’s most famous bridge. We can stop here for photographs and if you’re very lucky, you might see the bridge goes up to let a tall ship to go through! PLEASE NOTE: That timings are approximate, depending on how long you choose to stay. Tours are completely flexible and can be tailored to your own interests. Your driver will discuss what you would like to see when he meets you, and will be very happy to make recommendations.
10 min

Departure & Return

Pickup included

Please note that we can pick up from any Central London location.

983 pickup points listed by the operator, 983 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
  • 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.

1+ daysFull refund
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