The Ultimate 6-Hour Private London Sightseeing Tour by Black Cab
Description
Experience all that London has to offer in a day on this whistle-stop driving and walking tour of the most famous landmarks and sites that London is world-famous for, and see more of London in a day than most visitors will see in a week! Your expert driver-guide will introduce you to one of the world's most multi-faceted and fascinating cities, home to the King, and aeons of Royal history, not to mention Shakespeare's Globe and a thrumming West End theatre scene.
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Itinerary
Get close up to the London residence of Her Majesty the Queen of England!
The heart of British democracy.
Probably the most famous clock face in the world!
A place of Royal marriages and burials - and where every coronation has taken place for 1,000 years.
An iconic London landmark which contains the House of Parliament.
The Prime Minister of Great Britain lives at Number 10.
The site of the public execution of King Charles 1 in 1649.
Classic building in the heart of Westminster.
Government buildings on a street which shaped a nation.
We shall see the Horse Guard Change of the Queen’s mounted regiment.
The exact centre of London.
Impressive monument to a national hero - Lord Nelson.
One of 4 Royal Parks in the centre of London.
The famous old River Thames!
An instillation to celebrate the new Millennium is now a permanent and popular attraction alongside the River Thames.
Magnificent baroque Church the masterpiece built by the great Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire of London.
The country’s gold reserves are secured in this impressive stronghold.
British World War 2 leader and icon.
Architectural gem and home of the Lord Mayor of London.
Commemorates a conflagration that destroyed 5/6 of the City in 1666.
Victorian market which will appeal to fans of Harry Potter.
This neighbourhood is in ‘Jack the Ripper territory’.
Fortress and Royal Palace and now the keeper of the Crown Jewels.
Perhaps the world’s most iconic bridge!
Headquarters of London's Metropolitan Police Force.
The first ever crossing of the famous River Thames happened near this spot 2,000 years ago.
High quality street food and speciality coffee under one roof.
Replica of William Shakespeare's 17th century open air theatre alongside the River Thames.
Home of our old newspaper industry and the Demon Barber Sweeney Todd immortalised by Johnny Depp in a Hollywood blockbuster slasher movie.
Fun neighbourhood full of life and exceptionally good street artists.
Some of the world's greatest Art - and surprise in store if you are a fan of 007 agent James Bond!
Impressive sculpture in the foreground of Buckingham Palace.
London's equivalent of Times Square!
Vibrant neighbourhood of 'Little Italy' and 'Chinatown'.
Piccadilly icon which is the heartbeat of London.
Key shopping thoroughfare of London.
Home of many of London's flagship department stores.
Neighbourhood of the most expensive real estate in London.
Designer stores line the street of this well-to-do location.
London's swish hotels line this key Mayfair thoroughfare.
London icon - which once sat in front of Buckingham Palace.
Another Royal Park - part of London's 'green lung'.
Gilded sculpture to commemorate Prince Albert consort to Queen Victoria - for his commitment to London's Great Exhibition of 1851.
Concert venue of unique and stunning architecture.
Fashionable district and high class shopping.
Perhaps the world's most famous department store.
Henry VIII's Tudor Palace - and place to witness a detachment of troops heading for the Changing of the Guard Ceremony.
London residence of Charles, Prince of Wales - this street was used in the filming of 'The Crown'.
Stately home used in the Downton Abbey drama series.
Stately home of Diana Spencer's ancestors.
Quintessentially English neighbourhood of posh shops and gentleman's clubs.
Every day in summer and 4 times weekly the rest of the year - its pure British pomp and ceremony!
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
If your hotel is outside of Central London OR if you don't provide your hotel information, the recommended meeting point where we will pick you up is Embankment Tube Station. Otherwise, please provide the hotel name and address to arrange pick-up
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Important 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
Reviews(580)
We had an absolutely wonderful 6-hour tour of London with JP and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a memorable and informative way to see the city! JP took us to so many of London’s iconic landmarks, including Westminster Abbey, London Bridge, the Tower of London, Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben), the Houses of Parliament, and many more. We were able to see and experience so much in just one day, without feeling rushed. What really made the tour special was JP’s incredible knowledge of London’s history. He shared fascinating stories, historical facts, and interesting details about each place we visited, bringing the city’s history to life. You could truly tell that he loves London and takes pride in sharing its history with visitors. JP was also professional, friendly, accommodating, and a pleasure to spend the day with. He made sure we were comfortable and that we got to see the sights we wanted while also showing us some wonderful places we might otherwise have missed. If you’re visiting London and want to see the city with someone who is knowledgeable, personable, and genuinely passionate about what he does, we highly recommend Black Cab Tours. Our 6-hour tour was one of the highlights of our London trip, and we would definitely book again! Make sure to request JP and be ready for a lot of walking!
Our driver Terry was the best. He was courteous, knowledgeable and friendly. He showed us all the sights and more.
Dave was absolutely WONDERFUL!!! He showed us all the main landmarks and MORE that we ask for!!! Extremely knowledgeable in all his history and the sites he took us too !!! Very pleasant gentleman, helped two of friends that needed a little more assistance in and out of car and made this experience very enjoyable for them also !!!! Dave is GREAT!!!!
The experience was beyond what we hoped for and if all drivers/guides are even half as knowledgeable and accommodating as Terry then you can rest assured of an educational informative and relaxing tour that has been personally designed to your needs whatever level they may be. We only had a few requests and left the rest up to Terry, a 23 year veteran of the black cab taxis. His punctuality and endless knowledge of the streets of London was well worth the advantage of a private tour. We 100% recommend him and this company.
Patrick was a terrific guide. Gave us a great viewing point for seeing the Buckingham Palace guards prepare for the guard changing ceremony without fighting crowds. Took us to some little known shops where Winston Churchill frequented. When he found out we were Beatles fans he altered course to be sure we saw Beatles sites like their London homes, site of rooftop concert and Abbey Road studio. Took pictures of us crossing the famous Abbey Road crosswalk. Gave lots of recommendations for how to spend the rest of our days in London. Showed us the best spots for getting photos and took plenty of the two of us together. No one knows how to get you around the city better than an experienced cabbie. Cab was very comfortable for the two of us with lots of legroom.
Dave Cannell is an absolutely outstanding London tour guide. From the moment the tour began, he brought the city to life with his humour, energy, and incredible storytelling.He has that rare ability to make history feel vivid and modern, weaving in fun details and hidden gems that you’d never discover on your own. Dave also paid close attention to the group, tailoring the experience so everyone felt engaged and included.I walked away feeling like I’d seen a completely new side of London. Dave is a true gem — book a tour with him if you want something genuinely special
John Mitchell was our driver/tour guide and did an excellent job of showing us all of the essential London sights along with a number of special request sites. He was knowledgeable, friendly and fun to spend our day with. I would highly suggest him to anyone interested in a private tour of the London area.
We had an incredible experience with Paul as our tour guide in London! He was exceptionally knowledgeable about the city’s history, landmarks, and hidden gems, and he effortlessly wove in fascinating facts throughout the tour, even tailoring stories to conversations that came up along the way. His sense of humor made the experience both engaging and memorable, and his kindness and professionalism were evident from start to finish. He truly went above and beyond to make sure we saw everything on our wish list, making us feel like the tour was personalized just for us. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would highly recommend Paul to anyone visiting London!
We have had a brilliant day, very interesting and informative
Our guide Dave was everything we hoped for. Knowledge and considerate of our needs. What a great day!!
