London Private Guided Taxi Tour
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Is London Private Guided Taxi Tour worth booking?
London Private Guided Taxi Tour is a 4-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $375 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (2)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $375 per person
Our London classic tour takes in all the essential sites of London plus some extras, all in the comfort of a traditional London black taxi cab, complete with a panoramic roof for better touring experience. With access to
What you get
About this experience
Our London classic tour takes in all the essential sites of London plus some extras, all in the comfort of a traditional London black taxi cab, complete with a panoramic roof for better touring experience. With access to most bus lanes, taxi ranks and our ability to stop, turn and park in places forbidden for other road users, means that we have unprecedented access to the streets of London. We run tours in English and 6 other languages, curated and produced by us, combining over 30 years experience in the touring business. Other languages are available on request. Every London cabbie has passed the fiendishly difficult "knowledge" of London. This involves knowing every street within a 10 kilometre radius of central London, plus over 20,000 points of interest. You can be assured therefore that you are in safe and capable hands for great tour of London.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees
What you'll see and do
Buckingham Palace is the London residence and administrative headquarters of the British monarch. Originally built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703, the palace became an official royal palace with the accession of Queen Victoria in 1837. Today, it stands as a symbol of the British monarchy, hosting state occasions and royal hospitality, with its State Rooms open to the public during the summer months. Look for the guards outside in their famous bear-skin hats. Find out about the man who broke into the palace and found the Queen's bedroom.
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St. James's
St. James’s is the oldest of the Royal Parks in London. The landscape includes a lake that serves as a wildlife sanctuary for ducks, geese, swans, and even pelicans. One king kept two pet crocodiles here! The park’s history dates back to the reign of King Henry VIII and has been shaped by several monarchs, making it a serene retreat with a regal backdrop.
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Queen Victoria Memorial
The Victoria Memorial, located at the end of The Mall in London, is a grand monument dedicated to Queen Victoria, designed by the sculptor Sir Thomas Brock. Unveiled in 1911, it features a central pylon of Pentelic marble and statues in Lasa marble and gilt bronze, symbolizing the virtues of the late queen. The memorial, which weighs 2,300 tonnes and stands 25 meters high, was part of an ambitious urban planning scheme that included the creation of the Queen’s Gardens.
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Green Park
There are many stories about Green Park, including a haunted tree and a jealous queen. Developed by Charles the second over 350 years ago the park is a serene haven of mature trees and grasslands, offering a peaceful escape from the bustling city life.
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Whitehall
Whitehall is known for housing numerous government departments and being synonymous with the British Government itself. Whitehall has been the site of many historical events, including the execution of King Charles I. Look for the "Cavalry Blacks", horses standing guard mounted by soldiers dressed in their splendid ceremonial uniforms.
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10 Downing Street
Downing Street is renowned for housing the official residences and offices of the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and the Chancellor of the Exchequer. Built in the 1680s by Sir George Downing, it has been at the heart of British political power for over three centuries. The street is also a symbol of the British Government, with Number 10 serving as the Prime Minister’s home.
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Old Admiralty Building
The Old Admiralty Building is over 300 years old. The wires on the top of the building were once used to send messages down to the fleet in Portsmouth. It was here that Admiral Nelson's body was retrieved from a barrel of brandy following his death at the battle of Trafalgar. Suspiciously about a third of the brandy was missing. Find out why on the tour.
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Banqueting House
Designed by the architect Inigo Jones and completed in 1622 Banqueting House is renowned for its stunning ceiling painted by Peter Paul Rubens and is the only remaining part of the Palace of Whitehall. It was through this room that Charles the first passed on his way to his execution in 1649. The Banqueting House was also home to Henry the eighth's wine-cellar.
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Great Scotland Yard was originally the site of buildings used by Scottish royalty and diplomatic representatives when visiting the English court1. It became famous as the original headquarters of the Metropolitan Police Service of London, leading to the name “Scotland Yard” becoming synonymous with the police service. The street has a rich history, having housed notable figures such as architects Inigo Jones and Christopher Wren, and poet John Milton.
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Big Ben
Officially called the Elizabeth tower after the late Queen, Big Ben refers to the 13 1/2 ton bell inside made in Whitechapel bell foundry, the same foundry which cast the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. Half way up the tower there's a prison and a light inside indicates that the House of Commons is in session.
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Houses of Parliament
The Palace of Westminster, also known as the Houses of Parliament, is the seat of two parliamentary houses, the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The current Gothic Revival palace, designed by Charles Barry and Augustus Pugin, was constructed in the mid-19th century after a great fire destroyed much of the original building. Westminster hall, however, remains. This was the site of many dramatic events in English history including the trial of Guy Fawkes, the man who tried to blow up Parliament and the trial of Charles the first.
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Parliament Square
Statues of all the major political figures from all over the world adorn the square. Abraham Lincoln, Gandi, and Nelson Mandela are honoured here. The most famous of all is Winston Churchill, Britain's wartime leader.
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Westminster Abbey
The Nation's church, founded in 1066 is where every King and Queen of England, with just two exceptions, were crowned. It is also a place of royal marriages, funerals and burials. Of the many famous people buried here, there's one buried standing up. Find out why on our tour.
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Buxton Memorial Fountain
The Buxton Memorial Fountain commemorates the emancipation of slaves in the British Empire in 1834 and honouring the parliamentarians who campaigned for abolition1. Designed by Charles Buxton in collaboration with neo-Gothic architect Samuel Sanders Teulon, it was unveiled in 1865, coinciding with the United States’ Thirteenth Amendment, which abolished slavery. Originally located in Parliament Square, the memorial was moved to Victoria Tower Gardens in 1957 and has undergone several restorations, the latest being in 2007.
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James Thorneycroft statue commemorates the queen who led a resistance against the Romans in Britain 2,000 years ago. This rather fanciful statue features horses modelled on Prince Albert's own.
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Lambeth Palace
The home of the archbishop of Canterbury in London. The brick towers are over 500 years old. This is the archbishop's residence in London, and parts of the building are over 750 years old.
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Trafalgar Square
Dominated by Nelson's column, this square commemorates England's greatest naval hero. The lions at the base were added later. The sculptor never saw a lion in real life and supposedly they're based on his pet Labrador dogs.
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Canada House
This is Oceanic house, once owned by the White Star Line, operators of the ill-fated Titanic. Today is is part of Canadian High Commission. The libertine Casanova was once entertained here.
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This pleasant avenue runs to the south of Saint James's Park. Named after the birds kept here during the reign of James the first, birdcage walk features Wellington barracks to the south, home to the five foot regiments who guard the palace. On the other side is saint James's Park where tame parakeets can be hand fed.
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Admiralty Arch
Sir Aston Webb's High Empire Arch of 1905 is exactly 1/2 a nautical mile from Buckingham Palace. The style is known as High Empire. The offices of the first sea lord are in the north of the arch.
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Churchill War Rooms
A secret underground bunker from where Winston Churchill directed the allies war effort in the second world war. Built in 1940 the war rooms, the rooms remained a secret until opened to the general public in 1984.
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Named after a fashionable game from the late 1600s, Pall Mall is home of the elitist gentlemen's clubs. Gastronomic delights invented in the kitchens within these clubs include the beef wellington, steak and kidney pie and the humble sandwich were invented here. Some of the clubs achieved a notoriety for gambling; one member boasting he could ride to Edinburgh on horse backwards.
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St. James's Palace
Built by Henry VIII for his second wife, Anne Boleyn, 500 years ago, this palace is still a royal residence and all foreign diplomats report to saint James's palace. Following a fire in Whitehall in 1698, the royal family moved into this palace and remained here for the next 150 years.
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Berry Bros. & Rudd
The wine merchants set up business here in the seventeenth century where Henry the eighth once had his tennis courts. Inside Berry Brothers and Rudd there are some massive scale where famous people from over 200 years ago had themselves weighed. The second floor is where the state of Texas has its legation during the brief time it was an independent state.
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John Lobb
This is where the great and the good have had their shoes made for over 250 years. Shoes are made in blocks of wood known as "sets" and the shore is built around it. These shoes are said to last a lifetime, and when you see the price you'll understand why.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Albiontouring
Know before you go
- 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
- Travelling sickness
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for London Private Guided Taxi Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
London Tour
We booked this tour back in April and had been looking forward to showing my parents the highlights of London, as this was their first and likely only visit to London and Europe. We specifically chose a private Black Cab tour because my parents have mobility issues and we thought it would provide a more comfortable and personalized experience than a bus tour. On the day of our tour, we were scheduled to meet our driver, Chris, at the Tower of London at 13:30. About an hour before the tour, I contacted him to confirm the meeting location. It was then that he asked if we could reschedule for 15:00. Since we had other plans later that afternoon and evening, that wasn't going to work for us. After some back and forth, he was able to meet us at 14:15, so we ultimately started 45 minutes later than scheduled. I was disappointed that it appeared our scheduled tour had been overlooked until I contacted him shortly before the start time. I also asked whether another guide might be available to start at our original time, but that wasn't possible. Chris has since explained that he did try to find someone else to cover the tour, but because it was last minute, he wasn't able to do so. While I appreciate that effort, the late start was still frustrating, particularly because we had other plans that day and couldn't simply move the tour back by an hour and a half. Once the tour began, we told Chris that we wanted to see the key London highlights, particularly Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. Unfortunately, we weren't able to get close to Buckingham Palace, and we saw Big Ben from a bridge while driving through the city. However, we were not close to Big Ben at all. There was, however, an important factor that did have an impact on our experience. The Pride parade was taking place that afternoon, and numerous streets and areas were closed or heavily affected. This caused significant traffic and made it difficult to follow the itinerary we had envisioned. At one point, we spent quite a bit of time sitting in traffic on one of the major shopping streets. I understand that the parade and resulting road closures were outside of Chris's control, and I recognize that this made the tour considerably more challenging. Chris clearly knows a great deal about London and provided interesting information along the way. He was trying to think through alternatives and figure out how to make the best of the situation given the parade and road closures. That said, the tour was still disappointing for us because we were unable to see several of the sights we had particularly hoped to see. My brother and his partner took a hop-on/hop-off bus tour that afternoon and, despite dealing with the same parade and traffic, were able to see many of the sights we missed. That made the difference particularly noticeable, although I recognize that the circumstances that day were unusual. I also appreciate that Chris reached out when we shared our frustrations. He provided us a partial refund for the tour after we discussed our concerns. I felt that was a fair gesture and showed that he understood why we were disappointed. Overall, I think this was a combination of an unfortunate scheduling issue at the beginning of the day and unusually difficult conditions in London because of the Pride parade. The late start was frustrating and avoidable, while the traffic and road closures were largely beyond Chris's control. Chris did try to find solutions under the circumstances, and I appreciate his willingness to provide a substantial partial refund. Unfortunately, though, we still didn't get the London sightseeing experience we had hoped for, which was especially disappointing given that this was likely my parents' only visit to London.
Response from the operator: Hi. Thanks for your feedback. First of all may I offer my sincere apologies - the late arrival was an administration error on my part. Also the "Pride" event was known about months in advance and so I should have offered a better alternative. It would still have been very difficult to see places such as Buckingham Palace, particularly since it involved a lot of walking. I know that this day was the only day you had available so we were hamstrung in that event. We did manage to see the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben from across the river, which for many is the best view. From here we had to improvise an alternative tour but we got stuck in traffic on the way back to your hotel. So hence the partial refund. Once again thank you for your feedback.
via Tripadvisor
Albion was very easy to book online. Chris Heerey was our guide and he was excellent. He had a great itinerary planned but he also listened to us to replace a few stops with others that we were more interested in. He was very knowledgeable and informative. We were on a private shore excursion and got to see exactly what we wanted. We also extended the tour by a little but Chris still made sure to get us back to the ship on time. We also both had mobility scooters and Chris was very helpful to us. We really appreciated him!
Response from the operator: Hi, that's great to hear. I'll make sure that Chris gets the message. Hope to travel with you again soon. best wishes, Chris Ratcliffe, on behalf of AlbionTouring.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 46
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
London Private Guided Taxi Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does London Private Guided Taxi Tour cost?
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Prices start at $375 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does London Private Guided Taxi Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is London Private Guided Taxi Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule London Private Guided Taxi Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is London Private Guided Taxi Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book London Private Guided Taxi Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does London Private Guided Taxi Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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