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London 6-Hour Private Tour in an Iconic Black Cab
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London 6-Hour Private Tour in an Iconic Black Cab

by Black Cab Heritage Tours

6 hours
London
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Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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Overview

This 6-hour private tour of London takes place in an iconic black cab, such as a TXE, TX4, or Mercedes Vito London Taxi. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off within Central London. An English-speaking driver-guide provides private transportation throughout the tour. The itinerary begins with visits to Buckingham Palace and Parliament Square. There is a 5-minute stop at Big Ben, followed by 10-minute stops at Westminster Abbey and the Palace of Westminster. Passengers will see 10 Downing Street and stop for 5 minutes at Whitehall Palace. The tour includes a 5-minute stop at the Banqueting House and views of government buildings along Whitehall street. At Horse Guards Parade, there is a 10-minute stop to watch the changing of the Queen’s mounted regiment. The tour continues to Trafalgar Square and Nelson’s Column, then passes St. James’s Park and the Thames River with views of the London Eye. A 10-minute stop at St. Paul’s Cathedral allows a brief visit to this baroque church designed by Sir Christopher Wren. The route passes the Bank of England Museum, Winston Churchill statue, and Mansion House of the City of London. The Monument to the Great Fire of London is viewed before a 5-minute walk through Leadenhall Market. The tour passes Old Spitalfields Market and stops for 10 minutes at the Tower of London and 5 minutes at Tower Bridge. The London Metropolitan Police headquarters and London Bridge are seen from outside. Borough Market offers a 15-minute break for food and coffee. Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre is visited for 10 minutes. The tour continues to Fleet Street, then a 5-minute stop at Covent Garden to see street artists. A 10-minute stop at the National Gallery is included. The Queen Victoria Memorial is viewed near Buckingham Palace. The tour drives through the area known as London’s Times Square and the neighborhoods of Soho, Piccadilly including the Statue of Eros, Regent Street, Oxford Street, Mayfair, Bond Street, Park Lane, and Marble Arch. Hyde Park is passed, with a 5-minute stop at the Albert Memorial. The route continues past the Royal Albert Hall, Knightsbridge, and Harrods department store. St. James’s Palace is visited for 10 minutes, including a view of troops preparing for the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Clarence House, Lancaster House, and Spencer House are each seen during 5-minute stops. The tour concludes with a 10-minute visit to the St. James’s neighborhood and a 25-minute viewing of the Changing of the Guard ceremony, which takes place daily in summer and four times weekly the rest of the year. Tickets to attractions and gratuities are not included. The tour allows a maximum of six people per booking.

Highlights

Private 6-hour tour by iconic London black taxi
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Central London
Short walks and photo stops at major landmarks
Visit Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Tower of London
Includes Changing of the Guard ceremony viewing
English-speaking driver-guide throughout the tour

What's included

Hotel pickup and drop-off within Central London only
Short walks and opportunities for photos
English-speaking driver-guide service
Private transport in a TXE, TX4 or Mercedes Vito London Taxi in black or other colors

What's not included

Gratuities
Airport or airport hotel pickup and drop-off
Entry tickets to attractions

Itinerary

1

Buckingham Palace

View the London residence of Her Majesty the Queen of England up close.

2

Parliament Square

Stop at the central area symbolizing British democracy.

3

Big Ben

See the famous clock face, with a 5-minute stop for photos.

5 min

4

Westminster Abbey

Visit this site of royal marriages, burials, and every coronation for 1,000 years with a 10-minute stop.

10 min

5

Palace of Westminster

View the iconic building housing the House of Parliament during a 10-minute stop.

10 min

6

10 Downing Street

See the official residence of the British Prime Minister.

7

Whitehall Palace

Visit the historic site where King Charles 1 was publicly executed in 1649, stopping 5 minutes.

5 min

8

Banqueting House

View this classic Westminster building during a 5-minute stop.

5 min

9

Whitehall

Pass by the government buildings on this street that influenced the nation.

10

Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall

Observe the Horse Guards Change of the Queen’s mounted regiment during a 10-minute stop.

10 min

11

Trafalgar Square

Stop at the exact center of London.

12

Nelson's Column

View the monument dedicated to Lord Nelson.

13

St. James's Park

Pass one of London’s four Royal Parks located centrally.

14

Thames River

See the famous River Thames flowing through the city.

15

London Eye

View the Millennium installation, now a permanent attraction along the Thames.

16

St. Paul's Cathedral

Visit the baroque church built by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire, with a 10-minute stop.

10 min

17

Bank of England Museum

See the stronghold securing the country’s gold reserves.

18

Winston Churchill Statue

View the statue of the British World War II leader.

19

Mansion House of City of London

View the architectural gem and residence of the Lord Mayor of London.

20

The Monument to the Great Fire of London

See the monument commemorating the 1666 fire that destroyed five-sixths of the city.

21

Leadenhall Market

Stop for 5 minutes at this Victorian market popular with Harry Potter fans.

5 min

22

Old Spitalfields Market

Pass through the area known as ‘Jack the Ripper territory’.

23

Tower of London

Visit the fortress and royal palace housing the Crown Jewels with a 10-minute stop.

10 min

24

Tower Bridge

See the bridge noted as one of the world’s most iconic, stopping 5 minutes.

5 min

25

Metropolitan Police Headquarters

View the main offices of London's police force.

+ 27 more places this tour can include

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Wheelchair-accessible transport
Wheelchair-accessible surfaces throughout
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Maximum group size per booking is 6 people.
Total
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