London Black Taxi Classic Sightseeing Bespoke Tour
by Black Taxi Tour London
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£507Overview
This bespoke private tour in a licensed London black taxi lasts between four and eight hours, with the route and pace tailored to individual preferences. The tour begins with a 30-minute stop outside Buckingham Palace, the royal residence and administrative headquarters of the King, where visitors hear about its history and take photos. Next is a 20-minute exterior visit to the Houses of Parliament, learning about the 19th-century Gothic building and its role in British politics. The taxi then travels to St. Paul's Cathedral for a 30-minute stop to view the cathedral and surrounding area while hearing about its history. Following this, the tour continues with a 20-minute walk along the River Thames around the Tower of London, a historic palace, fortress, former prison, and home of the Crown Jewels. Westminster Abbey is the next stop for 30 minutes outside the medieval church known for royal coronations and burials. The final stop is Trafalgar Square for 20 minutes to walk around the square, see Nelson's Column and the lions, and learn about its history as a gathering place for celebrations. Throughout the day, the private driver guide provides information and answers questions. The taxi is air-conditioned, and bottled water is provided. The tour includes private transportation, fuel surcharges, parking fees, and the guide’s services. Entrance fees and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Buckingham Palace
Spend about 30 minutes outside Buckingham Palace, the King’s official London residence and administrative center. Receive a detailed explanation of the palace’s history and have time to take photos. This stop involves an exterior view only.
30 min
Houses of Parliament
Stop for 20 minutes to see the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Learn about this important 19th-century Gothic building’s role in the current political system. This is an exterior visit only.
20 min
St. Paul's Cathedral
View St. Paul's Cathedral and its surroundings for 30 minutes. Hear about the cathedral’s history and architectural significance. This stop is exterior only.
30 min
Tower of London
Spend about 20 minutes walking near the Tower of London along the River Thames. This oldest surviving palace served as fortress, prison, and execution site, and houses the Crown Jewels. The visit is around the perimeter only, no interior access.
20 min
Westminster Abbey
Stop for 30 minutes outside Westminster Abbey, the coronation church and royal burial site since William the Conqueror. Learn about its medieval origins and historical significance. This is an exterior visit.
30 min
Trafalgar Square
Walk around Trafalgar Square for about 20 minutes. See Nelson’s Column guarded by four lions, and learn about the square’s history and role as a gathering place for celebrations.
20 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
London Black Taxi Classic Sightseeing Bespoke Tour
by Black Taxi Tour London
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£507Overview
This bespoke private tour in a licensed London black taxi lasts between four and eight hours, with the route and pace tailored to individual preferences. The tour begins with a 30-minute stop outside Buckingham Palace, the royal residence and administrative headquarters of the King, where visitors hear about its history and take photos. Next is a 20-minute exterior visit to the Houses of Parliament, learning about the 19th-century Gothic building and its role in British politics. The taxi then travels to St. Paul's Cathedral for a 30-minute stop to view the cathedral and surrounding area while hearing about its history. Following this, the tour continues with a 20-minute walk along the River Thames around the Tower of London, a historic palace, fortress, former prison, and home of the Crown Jewels. Westminster Abbey is the next stop for 30 minutes outside the medieval church known for royal coronations and burials. The final stop is Trafalgar Square for 20 minutes to walk around the square, see Nelson's Column and the lions, and learn about its history as a gathering place for celebrations. Throughout the day, the private driver guide provides information and answers questions. The taxi is air-conditioned, and bottled water is provided. The tour includes private transportation, fuel surcharges, parking fees, and the guide’s services. Entrance fees and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Buckingham Palace
Spend about 30 minutes outside Buckingham Palace, the King’s official London residence and administrative center. Receive a detailed explanation of the palace’s history and have time to take photos. This stop involves an exterior view only.
30 min
Houses of Parliament
Stop for 20 minutes to see the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Learn about this important 19th-century Gothic building’s role in the current political system. This is an exterior visit only.
20 min
St. Paul's Cathedral
View St. Paul's Cathedral and its surroundings for 30 minutes. Hear about the cathedral’s history and architectural significance. This stop is exterior only.
30 min
Tower of London
Spend about 20 minutes walking near the Tower of London along the River Thames. This oldest surviving palace served as fortress, prison, and execution site, and houses the Crown Jewels. The visit is around the perimeter only, no interior access.
20 min
Westminster Abbey
Stop for 30 minutes outside Westminster Abbey, the coronation church and royal burial site since William the Conqueror. Learn about its medieval origins and historical significance. This is an exterior visit.
30 min
Trafalgar Square
Walk around Trafalgar Square for about 20 minutes. See Nelson’s Column guarded by four lions, and learn about the square’s history and role as a gathering place for celebrations.
20 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.