Private London Highlights Tour in a Black Cab: 2, 4, or 6 Hours
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London, England
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover the grand palaces, parks, and parliamentary buildings of Westminster in central London on this private black cab tour. Travel with a private chauffeur-guide for two, four, or six hours, stopping to admire Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and No. 10 Downing Street. Enjoy photo opportunities at the London Eye, Piccadilly Circus, the Thames River, and more.
- Check off multiple highlights in just one tour
- Enjoy a choice of departure times and tour lengths to fit your schedule
- Personalized private tour for your group of up to six
- Cover more ground than you could on foot
What's Included
- Private Transportation in a TXE, TX4 or Mercedes Vito London Taxi in black or other colours
- English-Speaking Driver Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off only from Central London
- Gratuities
- Airport - Airport Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
1
Buckingham Palace
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Westminster Abbey
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Changing of the Guard
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Big Ben
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
Houses of Parliament
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
10 Downing Street (Pass By)
6
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
7
Palace of Westminster
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Admiralty Arch (Pass By)
8
Clarence House
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Thames River (Pass By)
Lambeth Palace (Pass By)
9
St. James's
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hyde Park (Pass By)
Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain (Pass By)
Royal Albert Hall (Pass By)
10
Kensington Palace
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
11
Spencer House
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Winston Churchill Statue (Pass By)
London Eye (Pass By)
Parliament Square (Pass By)
Westminster Cathedral (Pass By)
Whitehall Palace (Pass By)
Trafalgar Square (Pass By)
Central Hall Westminster (Pass By)
Piccadilly Circus (Pass By)
Nelson's Column (Pass By)
The National Gallery (Pass By)
Kensington Gardens (Pass By)
Albert Memorial (Pass By)
Queen Victoria Memorial (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travellers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 235 reviews
Candace_V, Mar 2026
Would not recommend. Communication was poor with this company. Was not happy with the customer service.
Jennifer_C, Feb 2026
We had an incredible experience. Our driver Terry messaged us the day before to confirm and arrived early. He shared our enthusiasm for history and gave us so much unique insight into every stop we made. He showed us all the places we wanted to go and then some. He was professional and friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. It was a history tour beyond what you could find in books or on a HoHo tour. Highly recommend!
Tabitha_M, Oct 2025
Tom was great! Very knowledgeable. Multiple sitting a short amount of time.
Fun experience. Highly recommend!
MELODY_P, Aug 2025
Paul was on time , very informative and provided a safe tour around London. I would definitely recommend him to others with limited time that want to learn more about UK history. We picked the 4 hr private tour and it was perfect!
Jennifer_C, Aug 2025
The tour was awesome! Paul was prompt to arrive at our requested pickup spot and was more than willing to accommodate special requests. We really got a flavor for the city!
LeAnn_R, Jul 2025
Wonderful glimpse at the best of London under the direction of our expert guide, the devilishly handsome, quick-witted Antony. It was an enjoyable day filled with unique experiences and great stories of the people and places of London. Highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Ah, you made Antony blush! Thanks for the kind words — we’ll be sure to tell him he’s “devilishly handsome” next time! We love that you enjoyed the stories and the unique vibe of the tour. Hope your London memories sparkle as much as Antony’s wit. Come back anytime! 😄🎩
Michael_B, Jun 2025
JP did a fantastic job working in the things that we wanted to see and fill us in on history He made sure to connect American connections
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Michael, we are delighted that you enjoyed your time with JP as your guide. It's always great when a guide customises the tour to your interests and is able to be as engaging and informative as JP. Thanks again for sharing your kind words with us.
We hope to welcome you back on another tour in the near future. Warmest wishes!
Andrea_S, Jun 2025
We had the best tour of London sights filled with history and laughs. Johnny was such a wonderful tour guide and great historian. Time flew by as we learned so much and took in all the amazing sights from the Elizabeth Tower to Trafalgar Square and SO much more! My young daughter enjoyed every minute! Johnny also gave us some tips on where to find some Harry Potter sights for our walk afterwards and some places to take in during our visit. This is hands down the best way to see London! I would definitely request Johnny and take the private tour. We will definitely rebook on our next visit to see more of London and share this experience with the rest of our family!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Andrea, we are thrilled that even our younger of guest enjoyed their time with us! Thank you for your glowing feedback!your message truly made our day! It sound like Johnny provided a memorable tour filled with laughter, learning, and unforgettable London sights.
Johnny will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We hope to welcome you and the rest of your family back on your next visit. Warmest wishes and safe travels.
Carol_B, Jun 2025
What an informative tour. Our driver was very mindful of our mobility issues. Took the time to stop at different locations for photo opts. Very knowledgeable of London's history. Worth the expense. for the individual interest.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Dear Carol, we're so happy to hear that your driver was thoughtful and attentive to your needs, making the journey comfortable. It's great that the historical insights and photo stops added something special to your day. We would love to see any photos you would be willing to share!
We hope to welcome you back for more London discoveries soon! Thank you for choosing us to be part of your adventure. Warmest wishes!
Susan_M, May 2025
Mark was an exceptional guide. His exuberance and in-depth knowledge of London’s extensive history made our tour fun and fulfilling. He took us to places where most tour don’t go which made our tour that much better.
We highly recommend taking a London tour with Mark Penfold. You won’t be disappointed.
Response from Host, May 2025
Dear Susan, your words put a smile on our faces! we are thrilled to hear how exceptional of a guide Mark was and that his knowledge and fun nature made the tour that much more special!
Thanks again for the kind words and high recommendation. It means the world to us! We hope to welcome you back on another Black Cab Heritage Tour soon. Best wishes!
Angela_W, May 2025
First class tour! From the time we booked the tour until our driver, John picked us up, communication about our trip was excellent. John was on time, kind, professional and extremely knowledgeable about the historical landmarks and made sure we were able to experience the ceremonies and best aspects of the city. Highly recommend this tour and John, our guide.
Response from Host, May 2025
Dear Angela, from booking to goodbye — we love hearing that every moment of your experience hit the mark! What a compliment!
We're so pleased that John was able to give you front-row access to some of the city's most iconic moments and hidden gems.
Thank you for taking the time to share your words and high recommendation, both mean the world to us.
We hope to welcome you back soon for more exceptional experiences. Best wishes!
Jane_R, May 2025
Ollie was a great guide- interesting, fun and knowledgeable. Great overview in a short time. I highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, May 2025
Dear Jane, what a joy to read your message—thank you for taking the time to share it!
We’re so glad to hear that Ollie impressed you with his energy, insight, and sense of fun. It means a great deal to us to know you had such a positive experience, and your recommendation truly means the world.
Here’s to many more memorable travel moments ahead—we’d be delighted to welcome you back on another Black Cab Heritage Tour!
John_C, Apr 2025
Driver did a great job targeting our interests, giving movie location highlights for my daughter and history pointers for myself. He communicated well beforehand to make our meet-up go smoothly. Finally, he adjusted our drop off to give a little extra time to walk us to one more point of interest - a likely inspiration for Diagon Alley! Great fun. Would do it again.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Dear John, it's amazing to hear how much you and your daughter enjoyed your tour. It's always great to hear that our guides go above and beyond to make your visit special! It's great that your driver enhanced your experience with personalising the tour and that everything went smoothly. Sounds like he left a lasting impression on you and your daughter! thank you so much for sharing your words with us. It means the world to us.
We hope to welcome you back on another Black Cab Heritage Tour soon!
lisa_m, Apr 2025
Danny was top notch! He took us all over London focusing information on the places we knew we did not have time to visit on this trip. From pictures àla Beatles on Abby Road to telling us all the history for the places we visited it was great. Highly reccomend.!!!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Dear Lisa, thank you so much for sharing your amazing tour experience with us! It’s so great to hear that Danny made your trip extra special. The Beatles at Abbey Road and all the history sounds like a perfect way to dive deeper into the city! We would love to see the pictures you captured on your journey! Thanks again for your kind words and for the recommendation, it means a lot to us.
We hope to welcome you back on another special Black Cab Heritage Tour.
Alan_N, Sept 2024
Paul our driver and guide was most charming! Great way to see the city’s highlights when time is not plentiful.
Christine_B, May 2024
Highly recommend this tour. Our tour guide, JP, demonstrated excellent knowledge of the city and its history, he was personable, funny, enthusiastic, and made sure we were able to get out of the car for photos in prominent locations. Additionally it was a pleasant surprise how well he timed his drive with the changing of the guard. We were also able to walk around some locations as she shared with us the significance and history of that area. Definitely top notch tour!
Swapna_M, Apr 2024
The ride and tour with Mick was just right! We enjoyed the sights and details presented very much! Very patient with a young child as well.
marc_R, Mar 2024
Learning so much about the architectural, social and royal history of London by a very knowledgeable guide
Response from Host, Mar 2024
Thanks for such positive reflections about your London tour experience, Marc.
Westminster is the heartbeat of our special city, and we are delighted to have shared the knowledge!
Marithza_S, Oct 2023
My driver/Guide Jamie was Excellent! He took us around London and explained the history of all the historical sites. He was friendly, polite, and informative.
Response from Host, Jan 2024
We have so many talented guides for our Heart of Westminster Tour, and your positive feedback for the experienced and ever-popular Jamie is received with our heartfelt gratitude.
MaryLyn_J, Mar 2023
Antony should be part of every tour. He was 10 stars and made our tour exciting, relaxed, entertaining and impeccable. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Our gratitude for the recommendation Mary, and yes indeed Anthony’s personality is infectious.
Michael_D, Aug 2022
I had lost my phone on the bus. The driver took me to the coach station to see if it was there. They referred us to the travel agent. We left word with them. He took pictures of me, since I didn’t have my phone. He gave a very informative and thorough tour. His name was Sammy. If you get Sammy, as your tour guide, you are very blessed. He is a great guy.
Response from Host, Jan 2023
Thanks so much for this feedback Michael, and yes Sam is a great guy and a great guide.
We hope that you were reunited with your phone soon after your tour service with us.
Anthony_H, Jul 2021
Superb service and value. Paul was early, extremely knowledgeable, flexible with timings and route.
Totally superb!
Response from Host, Jul 2021
Thanks so much for your positive feedback Anthony, it means so much to us, and to Paul in particular.
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