In Jack The Ripper Footsteps: Private Black Cab Tour in London
At a glance
In Jack The Ripper Footsteps: Private Black Cab Tour in London is a 4h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Black Cab Heritage Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $540.63 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Vehicle: TXE, TX4 or Mercedes Vito London Taxi in black or other available colours, Hotel pickup and drop-off, English-Speaking Driver Guide.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 24 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking
- Ages
- Traveller 0–120
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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In Jack The Ripper Footsteps: Private Black Cab Tour in London
from $525.14
Pickup included
- Days:
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Start times:
- 14:00, 15:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Explore the dark past of London's East End on a unique private tour led by a professional guide and 'Ripperologist.'
Travel in an iconic London taxi, guided by an expert cabbie with deep knowledge of Jack the Ripper and his 1888 murders in Whitechapel.
Visit crime sites, hear chilling stories of the victims, and walk through historic backstreets. Stop by notorious pubs like the Ten Bells, where the victims were last seen, and visit murder locations including Buck's Row and Mitre Square.
Alongside tales of Jack the Ripper, learn about other infamous figures like the Kray Twins and Sweeney Todd, while passing landmarks such as Tower Bridge, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and the Tower of London.
This immersive tour combines macabre history with iconic London sights for an in-depth look at the city’s haunted past.
What's included
What's included
- Vehicle: TXE, TX4 or Mercedes Vito London Taxi in black or other available colours
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-Speaking Driver Guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Any food & drink during the tour
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 40m
We take you back in time to the year 1888 to explore the infamous, notorious and murderous Whitechapel neighbourhood of East London.
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Stop 2 · 30m
We take you back in time to the year 1888 to explore the infamous, notorious and murderous Spitalfields neighbourhood of East London.
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Stop 3 · 15m
We take you back in time to the 1960's to explore the Bethnal Green neighbourhood of East London - famous Gangland of the notorious Kray Twins.
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Stop 4 · 5m
We take you back in time to the year 1888 to explore the infamous, notorious and murderous Whitechapel neighbourhood of East London - including the murder site of Mary Ann Nichols in Buck's Row.
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Stop 5 · 5m
We take you back in time to the year 1888 to explore the infamous, notorious and murderous Whitechapel neighbourhood of East London - including Hanbury Street the murder site of Annie Chapman.
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Stop 6 · 5m
We take you back in time to the year 1888 to explore the infamous, notorious and murderous Whitechapel neighbourhood of East London - including Berners Row the murder site of Elizabeth Stride.
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Stop 7 · 5m
We take you back in time to the year 1888 to explore the infamous, notorious and murderous Whitechapel neighbourhood of East London - including Mitre Square the murder site of Catherine Eddowes.
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Stop 8 · 5m
We take you back in time to the year 1888 to explore the infamous, notorious and murderous Whitechapel neighbourhood of East London - including Miller's Court the murder site of Mary Jane Kelly.
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Stop 9
The Headquarters of the London Metropolitan Police.
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Stop 10
Headquarters of the City of London Police.
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Stop 11
We take you back in time to the year 1888 to explore the infamous, notorious and murderous Spitalfields neighbourhood of East London - including a Pub once popular with the prostitutes who were victims of Jack the Ripper.
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Stop 12 · 5m
This location was the murder scene notorious in London's Gangland history.
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Stop 13 · 5m
This stretch of London's East End is famous for the Ratcliffe Highway murderer.
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Stop 14 · 10m
This location has a painting which is shrouded in the folklore of Jack the Ripper.
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Stop 15 · 10m
Once known as 'Sailor Town' - this neighbourhood also still has an Execution Dock!
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Stop 16 · 10m
There's a hidden secret in this location - where traitors met their end!
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Stop 17
One of London's most iconic landmarks.
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Stop 18
Perhaps the world's most iconic bridge!
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Stop 19
London's famous old River Thames.
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Stop 20
The first ever crossing over the River Thames was in this location.
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Stop 21
The former residence of Victorian London's unfortunate 'Elephant Man' - made famous in the Hollywood blockbuster and Oscar-winning movie which stared John Hurt and Anthony Hopkins.
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Stop 22
Yet another of London's most iconic landmarks.
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Stop 23
Once famous for the Demon Barber of Fleet Street Sweeney Todd - the character played by Johnny Depp in the musical period slasher film.
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Stop 24
The firm that struck the bell that is otherwise known as 'Big Ben'.
Meeting point
We offer hotel pick up from any Central London location within a 5 km radius.
If your hotel is outside this area, the recommended meeting point where we will pick you up is Embankment Tube Station.
Traveller ratings
5.0
4 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
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Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- COVID-19 Special Measures. The health and safety of our guests is always our top priority here at BCHT. We are putting in place some extra special measures for all future tour activities: All our vehicles will be sanitised with disinfectant cleaning by their owner drivers immediately after each service. Presentation stops will be conducted in quiet open air locations – away from crowded hotspots. Driver Guide hosts shall wash and sanitise their hands on a frequent basis throughout each service. Hand sanitiser will be available to all of our guests at all times while on tour. Standard measures which enhance your protection: The transparent partition screen provides a unique private passenger compartment for the passengers. A safe distance exists between guests and their Driver Guide hosts – exceeding the current minimum 2 metres set by government guidelines. The passenger compartment has a separately controlled air-conditioning system.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the In Jack The Ripper Footsteps: Private Black Cab Tour in London take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $540.63 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Vehicle: TXE, TX4 or Mercedes Vito London Taxi in black or other available colours; Hotel pickup and drop-off; English-Speaking Driver Guide.
Where does it start?
We offer hotel pick up from any Central London location within a 5 km radius. If your hotel is outside this area, the recommended meeting point where we will pick you up is Embankment Tube Station.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.