Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
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!
Additional Info
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
What To Expect
Buckingham Palace
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.
St. James's Palace
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.
Options
Private 3 Hour Black Taxi Tour of London
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Brunch
Snacks
Lunch
Soda/Pop
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
82 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome tour
fran883,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver, Andy, was awesome. He was very knowledgeable and kept things interesting. The company was very easy to deal with. Andy went the extra mile, in our case many miles, to take us to our hotel. We highly recommend this company, especially Andy.
Wonderful way to start your vacation!
kameshad2016,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this 3-hour private black cab tour as the perfect introduction to London. As a travel advisor, I frequently suggest this experience to my clients, and after doing it myself, I can confidently say it exceeded expectations. Our guide, Stuart, took the time to understand what we had already seen and what we wanted to experience, creating a fully customized tour that felt both personal and efficient. We enjoyed multiple stops for photos and fascinating historical insights, but what truly made the experience exceptional was our guide, Stuart—who happened to be a retired professional photographer. The photos he captured for us were incredible and added so much value to the tour. Beyond the iconic landmarks, we explored hidden gems in nearby neighborhoods and heard engaging stories about London’s history, as well as insider tidbits on where celebrities dine, shop, and spend their time. This is an experience I will continue to recommend without hesitation!
Outstanding guide . Gary
Liz C,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Gary was an exceptional guide informative and great sense of humour and so kind . I have lived here all my life and knew so little about London till I had Gary as a guide .
Excellent black cab tour with an outstanding guide.
Marci L,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Stuart was a great guide! We truly enjoyed the black cab tour. It was a wonderful introductory tour of the city and Stuart was able to share his outstanding personal knowledge. He was friendly and so smart. We had a great day.
Black cab tour
Journey25338954080,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michael is an amazing tour guide. Friendly interesting enthusiastic and very generous with his time. Learnt so much and saw so many extra places. If you're lucky enough to get Michael you've won the lotto
Great tour ‘
182terriv,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent tour. Stuart was very knowledgeable and took us to many areas of the city. We made some interesting stops along the way. Thoroughly enjoyed the tour.
Great experience!
182terriv,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonder tour of the city of London. Went to special sites that one would not expect to see. Stewart was a very knowledgeable guide. Thank you!
Exceptional tour
Getaway11349144992,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Stuart is an exceptional tour guide and knows everyone. I had an excellent tour of some of the well known and lesser known spots in a London. It was a great first day activity!
Michael Top-Notch!
mvanraaij01,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michael was a top notch driver and tour guide . We really enjoyed our time with him . When departing he felt more like a friend than a hired driver . I would recommend him and this tour to anyone who wants more of a personal experience of London . He showed us all the highlights but also some non-tourist spots. He was rhe best decision we made while in London.
Excellent tour
jacquelinemJ8588HB,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gary was very friendly with lots of knowledge about all the sights we visited. He was very professional and gave us lots of opportunities to stop for photos. We would never have been able to see as many tourist sights with the taxi tour. Highly recommend.
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