London Highlights Sightseeing Tour By London Black Cab.
At a glance
London Highlights Sightseeing Tour By London Black Cab. is a 2h 30m private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Tours Of The UK. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $230.34 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Guide fees.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 10 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–6 per booking · adult required
- Ages
- Adult 0–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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London Highlights Sightseeing Tour By London Black Cab.
from $78.97
Pickup included
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 09:00, 09:15, 09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
See London from the back of an iconic London Black Cab with a driver/guide who, like the cabs they drive, are icons of London. Full of knowledge of the greatest city on earth as well as stories that only someone who has worked in the city for years could know, this tour offers the best of the historic soul of the city as well as the lived and living experience of one of some of the hardest-working and much-loved figures in London - a Cabbie!
the tour is fully customisable and offers a unique way to see central London with someone who is not only a great tour guide but is also someone who loves London, its traditions and its quirks. This tour is a perfect way to explore and learn about London, whether it's your first time in town or if you've been in London for years. Taking in some of the most well-known sites not just in London but in the world, this tour is an excellent way of experiencing the greatest city on earth.
What's included
What's included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guide fees
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Whilst in Piccadilly your guide will explain the significance of some of the beautiful historic buildings, as well as what most London guidebooks have got wrong about the famous statue of 'Eros'
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Stop 2
After walking down Piccadilly we will quickly stop to admire Burlington House, home to the Royal Academy of Arts plus several of London's royal societies including the Royal Society of Chemistry who have a very surprising honourary member.
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Stop 3 · 30m
As we drive down St James's Street, your guide will explain some of the amazing stores that have called St James's Street home, including the tobacconist to Royalty and Prime Ministers, a hatter's shop that you'd be mad to miss and a right royal liquor store.
Whilst here, should you wish, you will have a chance to shop in some of the most prestigious shops in London, and if you wish, purchase some items of the very highest quality. -
Stop 4 · 15m
St James' Palace is the oldest of the Royal palaces still standing in London today. Originally a hunting lodge for Henry VIII, today it stands largely empty but serves a very important purpose in the planning of the state funeral and coronation of our monarchs.
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Stop 5
As we drive from St James's Palace to Green Park, we will stop off at St James's Place and look at the childhood home of Sir Winston Churchill. Here, your guide will give you a quick history of Sir Winston and his involvement with London both as Prime Minister and as a private citizen.
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Stop 6
Buckingham Palace is the London home of British Royalty since the reign of Queen Victoria, one of Britain's most famous Queens. Now home to Queen Elizabeth II, the most famous Queen in the world, the tour will take you to see this beautiful palace and, depending on the time of year and day of your booking, the world-famous Changing of the Guard.
Please note that the Changing of the Guard takes place every day during June and July and on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday between August and May. Please also be aware that the Changing of the Guard can be cancelled at late notice due to poor weather or security alerts. -
Stop 7
As we drive up the Mall, famous for being the site where crowds gather for royal and state events such as Royal Weddings and Jubilee celebrations, your guide will explain the history behind the famous name, the interesting addition to the local wildlife and how film and TV crews often flood the area - who knows you might also get to see one of the crews setting up, taking down or even filming a scene!
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Stop 8
Whitehall is the home of the UK's government. As you drive down Whitehall, our guide will tell you all about the various government departments, the statues of famous faces and the memorials to the brave men and women who made great sacrifices during the First and Second World Wars.
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Stop 9
As you drive around Parliament Square your guide will tell you all about the significance of the square and the figures that surround it, as well as the numerous internationally important buildings nearby that include Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament.
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Stop 10 · 10m
As you drive from the City of Westminster to the City of London, your guide will point out some of the many historic buildings that line the route. This exact route will depend on traffic on the day, but there will always be plenty to see as your driver/guide takes you over to St Paul's Cathedral.
Once at St Paul's, you will hear about the history of this impressive architectural masterpiece, about the man who designed this iconic Cathedral, and the area's 2000-year history.
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Traveller ratings
5.0
8 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
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- 4 ★ 0
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Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the London Highlights Sightseeing Tour By London Black Cab. take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $230.34 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?
Private transportation; Air-conditioned vehicle; Guide fees.
Where does it start?
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
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 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
