Music Legends Private Taxi Tour of London by Rock Cab Tours
by Rock Cab Tours
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The Music Legends Private Taxi Tour of London by Rock Cab Tours lasts three to four hours and visits locations connected to famous rock legends. The tour is led by Stephen Channell, a licensed London Black Cab driver with 25 years of experience in the music industry. The tour begins at Abbey Road Studios, where guests can take photos on the pedestrian crossing featured on The Beatles' album cover and visit the studio's gift shop. Next, the tour stops at the Chelsea apartment where The Rolling Stones lived during 1962 and 1963. The group then visits Freddie Mercury’s former home on Kensington High Street, followed by a view of Jimmy Page’s Victorian Gothic home in Holland Park, with a reminder to respect the owner's privacy. In Notting Hill, guests see the apartment where Jimi Hendrix died and hear about the circumstances surrounding his death. The tour continues to Piccadilly Circus to see the building where The Beatles performed their last live rooftop concert, now an Abercrombie & Fitch store. Regent Street is next, where visitors see the location used for David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust album cover, including a special surprise for Bowie fans. The tour also stops outside Trident Studios on Wardour Street, known for many famous recordings. The final stop is in Soho, where the itinerary can be customized to include other bands or artists such as The Who, Eric Clapton, Pink Floyd, and more, based on guest preferences. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off within central London are included; additional charges apply for locations outside this area. Food, drinks, and gratuities are not included. This tour is not suitable for children under 16.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Abbey Road Studios
Guests can take photos on the famous pedestrian crossing used on The Beatles' Abbey Road album cover, matching the original shot. The guide uses visual aids to share stories about the studio's role in rock history. There is no access inside the studios, but visitors can browse the Abbey Road Studios gift shop, which sells official Beatles merchandise.
30 min
Chelsea
Visit the apartment where the Rolling Stones lived for 18 months (1962/63) at the start of their career. The guide uses photographs to show that the apartment has changed very little since Mick, Keith, and Brian lived there nearly 60 years ago. Please note there is no access inside the property.
15 min
Kensington High Street
View the house where Freddie Mercury spent his last five years. The guide explains how Mercury left his home and fortune to the only person he loved and discusses unresolved questions about this. The property is not accessible to visitors.
15 min
Holland Park
See Jimmy Page’s current home, known as the Tower House, a Victorian Gothic building he has restored. Guests learn about the home through visual aids. The guide notes that Page often spends time there, and visitors must respect his privacy. No access inside the house is allowed.
15 min
Notting Hill
Visit the apartment where Jimi Hendrix died on September 18, 1970. The guide presents evidence about whether his death was accidental, suicide, or murder, allowing visitors to form their own conclusions. The building is viewed from outside only.
15 min
Piccadilly Circus
See the building at 3 Savile Row where The Beatles performed their last live rooftop concert from the Apple Corps headquarters. The guide shares stories aided by visual materials, including John Lennon’s farewell comment to the band. The building is now an Abercrombie & Fitch store, accessible inside but not the roof.
15 min
Regent Street
View the location where David Bowie posed for the Ziggy Stardust album cover. Since Bowie's death in 2016, this site has become a shrine for fans. The guide includes a special surprise related to Bowie at this stop.
15 min
Wardour Street
Stand outside the legendary Trident Studios, known for recordings of numerous famous albums. The guide details many iconic songs and artists associated with this studio, including "Major Tom" and "The Yellow Brick Road."
15 min
Soho
This stop offers the option to customize the tour with locations related to other bands and artists such as The Who, Eric Clapton, Pink Floyd, Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, Cream, Genesis, AC/DC, Jethro Tull, The Kinks, The Animals, Elton John, Motorhead, The Sex Pistols, The Clash, Oasis, and George Michael.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Music Legends Private Taxi Tour of London by Rock Cab Tours
by Rock Cab Tours
Choose from 8 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.£398Overview
The Music Legends Private Taxi Tour of London by Rock Cab Tours lasts three to four hours and visits locations connected to famous rock legends. The tour is led by Stephen Channell, a licensed London Black Cab driver with 25 years of experience in the music industry. The tour begins at Abbey Road Studios, where guests can take photos on the pedestrian crossing featured on The Beatles' album cover and visit the studio's gift shop. Next, the tour stops at the Chelsea apartment where The Rolling Stones lived during 1962 and 1963. The group then visits Freddie Mercury’s former home on Kensington High Street, followed by a view of Jimmy Page’s Victorian Gothic home in Holland Park, with a reminder to respect the owner's privacy. In Notting Hill, guests see the apartment where Jimi Hendrix died and hear about the circumstances surrounding his death. The tour continues to Piccadilly Circus to see the building where The Beatles performed their last live rooftop concert, now an Abercrombie & Fitch store. Regent Street is next, where visitors see the location used for David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust album cover, including a special surprise for Bowie fans. The tour also stops outside Trident Studios on Wardour Street, known for many famous recordings. The final stop is in Soho, where the itinerary can be customized to include other bands or artists such as The Who, Eric Clapton, Pink Floyd, and more, based on guest preferences. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off within central London are included; additional charges apply for locations outside this area. Food, drinks, and gratuities are not included. This tour is not suitable for children under 16.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Abbey Road Studios
Guests can take photos on the famous pedestrian crossing used on The Beatles' Abbey Road album cover, matching the original shot. The guide uses visual aids to share stories about the studio's role in rock history. There is no access inside the studios, but visitors can browse the Abbey Road Studios gift shop, which sells official Beatles merchandise.
30 min
Chelsea
Visit the apartment where the Rolling Stones lived for 18 months (1962/63) at the start of their career. The guide uses photographs to show that the apartment has changed very little since Mick, Keith, and Brian lived there nearly 60 years ago. Please note there is no access inside the property.
15 min
Kensington High Street
View the house where Freddie Mercury spent his last five years. The guide explains how Mercury left his home and fortune to the only person he loved and discusses unresolved questions about this. The property is not accessible to visitors.
15 min
Holland Park
See Jimmy Page’s current home, known as the Tower House, a Victorian Gothic building he has restored. Guests learn about the home through visual aids. The guide notes that Page often spends time there, and visitors must respect his privacy. No access inside the house is allowed.
15 min
Notting Hill
Visit the apartment where Jimi Hendrix died on September 18, 1970. The guide presents evidence about whether his death was accidental, suicide, or murder, allowing visitors to form their own conclusions. The building is viewed from outside only.
15 min
Piccadilly Circus
See the building at 3 Savile Row where The Beatles performed their last live rooftop concert from the Apple Corps headquarters. The guide shares stories aided by visual materials, including John Lennon’s farewell comment to the band. The building is now an Abercrombie & Fitch store, accessible inside but not the roof.
15 min
Regent Street
View the location where David Bowie posed for the Ziggy Stardust album cover. Since Bowie's death in 2016, this site has become a shrine for fans. The guide includes a special surprise related to Bowie at this stop.
15 min
Wardour Street
Stand outside the legendary Trident Studios, known for recordings of numerous famous albums. The guide details many iconic songs and artists associated with this studio, including "Major Tom" and "The Yellow Brick Road."
15 min
Soho
This stop offers the option to customize the tour with locations related to other bands and artists such as The Who, Eric Clapton, Pink Floyd, Deep Purple, Black Sabbath, Cream, Genesis, AC/DC, Jethro Tull, The Kinks, The Animals, Elton John, Motorhead, The Sex Pistols, The Clash, Oasis, and George Michael.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.