Private Tour

The 4 Hour Private Iconic London Taxi Sightseeing Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Alongside the red bus and the red phone box, the iconic London black cab is the most recognisable image of the famous capital city of England.

There is not a better way to explore London's famous streets. With your private qualified driver/guide leading the way, prepare to be amazed by London's sights, culture, history and fun anecdotes that will entertain the whole family.

This is the perfect way to get a fantastic overview of London in a 4 hour period. At each stop, your group will be able to exit the vehicle where your driver/guide will deliver a stand up presentation with fun facts along side relevant and historical information. They also know the best angles for photographs.

Along the journey the driver/guide will deliver a running commentary relating to the areas you will be passing through.

Pick up and drop off at your start and finish points are included in this 4 hour service.

Restroom breaks are available when requested and will be offered when nearby.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Collection from any central London location.

Umbrellas

Bottled water

At the end of the tour you can be dropped off at any Central London location.

Air-conditioned vehicle

Parking Fees

We do not enter any of the main sites. This is a sightseeing tour.

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

St. James's Palace

Built by Henry VIII for Anne Boleyn in 1536, a fine example of Tudor architecture.

15 minutes • Admission Not Included

Buckingham Palace

Learn about the history of the current monarchs London residence.

15 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

Private London Taxi Sightseeing Experience

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

28 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Hat and haircut!
Ronald R,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Stephen was the best tour operator we’ve ever experienced a nice van, very friendly and informative. He really knew his stuff. It was a pleasure being with him.
London City Tour
Joan T,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Wes, the driver was well informed about the city. He was patient, pleasant, and accommodating. The cab was clean, spacious, and very comfortable.
Best way to see the sights quickly, painlessly and with endless charm!
Rob K,
Apr 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Paul gave us an outstanding experience that was efficient, filled with incredible photo opportunities and done with the expertise that can only come from someone who really loves what they do and has become a true master at where to go, when and how. This was an unforgettable experience... four hours have never gone by so fast with such memories! Thank you!
Lovely London
Mary G,
Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Oh my goodness I can not imagine a BETTER way to get the low down on London . The history, sites, views and beauty. Our guide Paul was so professional, so passionate about his country. We were joined by my son’s girlfriend that is from London. She even loved it. She said she learned a lot and saw places she had not been to. HIGHLY RECOMMEND ❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️
Wonderful way to see London
pamela s,
Nov 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Made London a magical place and private areas so lovely to navigate without all the crowds and chaos. What a wonderful way to visit London with a local who was so informative and welcoming. Loved how Paul handled the day and made it so personal tour likes.
Only in London a short time!
Karen D,
Nov 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
What a great way to see London then the classic tour for four hours! Our guide, Moses was very knowledgeable, helpful and flexible with our requests! Had a great time.
Amazing, fun and efficient way to see London with a great guide.
NSBeep,
Jun 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our driver and guide, Jim McCaffrey, was awesome! Pleasant, courteous, eager to please and share his boundless knowledge of London. Asked for our wish list of what to see and do, took care of it, and added lots of things and places/suggestions of places we did not know about, but are so thankful he showed us. Also, so good to have our own private photographer for all our pictures! It may seem pricey, but when you start adding up individual taxi rides between places, as well as public transport, it is well worth it, especially if you only have a short time in London. Highly recommend the tour, and ask for Jim McCaffrey, you won't regret it!
Amazing London tour!
MagdaRV,
Dec 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We really enjoyed the tour! The driver was really friendly and explained us so many things we didn’t know about London! My kids really liked it and we also had the chance to visit the oldest hat shop in the world, the one where Wiston Churchill used to go, so interesting for my 10 years old kid! Highly recommended!
Great day in London
Ellen H,
Jul 29, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Had a wonderful experience with Stella. We had a limited 4 hours in our travel schedule to see as much as possible and she did a great job showing us the sights and sharing London’s history.
Fantastic tour!
Kenneth B,
Jan 15, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
What a great experience. Highly recommended! Our driver gave us so much information about London’s history and took us to many historical locations/shops we would have never known of.

From £420.00