London Taxi Top Sights Tour and Thames River Cruise
Description
See up to 50 famous landmarks in one tour, all from the comfort of London’s most iconic car—a classic Black Cab! Then, top off your experience with the Thames River Cruise! After meeting your friendly London ‘cabbie’ guide (hotel pick-up available), you’ll be driven around the city to see almost all of the Top Sights in one amazing tour. Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, St. Paul’s Cathedral, HMS Belfast, Tower of London… these are just some of the amazing landmarks you’ll see today! You’ll stop for pictures along the way, and your driver will tell stories and facts that will really help you get to know London like a local! After your taxi tour, head to Westminster Pier and enjoy a cruise down toward the Tower of London (even going under the famous London Bridge!) NOTE: This is available as a Private tour for up to 6 people, including hotel pick-up. If no pick-up is needed please meet us at Temple Station.
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Itinerary
Your tour begins with a drive along the River Thames and across the Golden Jubilee Bridges. Along the way, get a great view of the London skyline and sights including Scotland Yard - the Police Headquarters!
We continue through Parliament Square, where you'll see Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and the famous Winston Churchill statue
Stop for a photo outside Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!
Next we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Admire this incredible building, and pass by beautiful St James Park and Green Park too.
Drive through lively Piccadilly Circus with its neon signs and stunning fountain, passing famous sights like The Ritz Hotel and Haymarket theatres.
Continue to iconic Trafalgar Square, where you'll see sights including Nelson’s Column and the National Gallery.
We now make our way along Whitehall - a famous road with many monuments, as well as the Horse Guards Parade and 10 Downing Street (home of the UK Prime Minister!)
Stop for a picture by the London Eye! We'll also cross both Westminster and Waterloo Bridge.
Pass by the Royal Courts of Justice and Fleet Street on our way to magnificent St Paul's, where you can stop to get your picture with the iconic dome!
Crossing the famous London Bridge, you'll have wonderful views of Tower Bridge, HMS Belfast (WW2 Battleship) and The Shard (UK's tallest building)
We’ll make a final stop at the Tower of London - an iconic castle with nearly 1000 years of history! Get your photo with this amazing landmark as your driver tells its unique story.
We now make our way back to Parliament Square where your driver will drop you off. Along the way, pass by sights like Millennium Bridge, Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre and the OXO Tower!
After your taxi tour, it's just a short walk to Westminster Pier where you can use your pre-booked tickets to enter the Thames River Cruise. The Thames River Cruise offers a scenic way to experience London, showcasing landmarks like the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, the London Eye, and the Houses of Parliament. With informative commentary and relaxing views, it provides a unique perspective of the city's vibrant waterfront. You can explore at your own pace.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
PLEASE NOTE - HOTEL PICK-UP SERVICE IS FOR PRIVATE TOURS ONLY (For join-in group tours, please head to the meeting point at Temple Station. Thank you!)
Important 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
- Our taxis can accommodate some mobility aids; however, please contact us in advance to discuss specific requirements to ensure a comfortable experience for all passengers.
