Roman & Medieval London: Private Half-Day Tour in a Black Cab

At a glance

Roman & Medieval London: Private Half-Day Tour in a Black Cab is a 4h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Black Cab Heritage Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $540.63 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: English-Speaking Driver Guide, Vehicle: TXE, TX4 or Mercedes Vito London Taxi in black or other colours, Hotel pick up and drop off from central London.

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

• Roman & Medieval London: Private Half-Day Tour in a Black Cab

  from $525.14

  Pickup included

  Days:

  Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

  Start times:

  08:00, 09:00, 14:00, 15:00

  Check availability →

Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 15m

   We take you right back in time to visit the old Roman Wall and this trip includes a special visit to the Roman Amphitheatre at the Guildhall Art Gallery – where you will also view the City Corporation’s Magna Carta, a document which is 800 years old!

2. Stop 2 · 15m

   The Tower of London is a ‘World Heritage Site’, and while you are there on the cobblestone streets that surround this great castle, we shall introduce you to ‘Dead Man’s Hole’ – this Tour is not for the squeamish!

3. Stop 3 · 15m

   You will get to enjoy (or endure) the Execution site on Tower Hill, where your Guide will explain the real origins of that well-used phrase ‘Can I hang with you?’

4. Stop 4 · 10m

   Once you have been ‘hung, drawn and quartered’ on this trip down London’s less glamorous past – another highlight will include the story of the ‘Great Fire of London’ and a chance to view many of Sir Christopher Wren’s architectural gems, including his masterpiece St. Paul’s Cathedral which replaced old the Gothic place worship which was destroyed in that conflagration.

5. Stop 5 · 5m

   Site of the Gallows of Old Newgate Prison.

6. Stop 6 · 15m

   A Medieval Great Hall - a great survivor despite the Blitz in World War Two.

7. Stop 7 · 15m

   Roman London is still visible here in the basement of this world class Art Gallery.

8. Stop 8 · 10m

   Tudor Palace nestled on the south bank of the River Thames.

9. Stop 9 · 10m

   King Henry VIII's Tudor Palace - 500 years old.

10. Stop 10

    One of the oldest thoroughfares in London.

11. Stop 11 · 10m

    Living the nation's history since 1348 - a former monastery in the heart of the City of London.

12. Stop 12 · 5m

    Former plague pit for victims of the Black Death.

13. Stop 13 · 5m

    Notorious place of execution of Sir William Wallace ('Braveheart') in the movie starring Mel Gibson - the story of a 13th century Scottish warrior freedom fighter.

14. Stop 14 · 5m

    Truly majestic medieval survivor hidden away in secret London.

15. Stop 15 · 10m

    'For whom the bell tolls' refers to this infamous old place of worship - and the old graveyard was frequented by the body snatchers!

16. Stop 16 · 10m

    This old pub has been around since Tudor times - and even has a hanging noose on the river's edge!

17. Stop 17 · 10m

    Oldest hospital in London has been around since the 11th century.

18. Stop 18 · 10m

    Visit the best remaining section of the old Roman Wall - built nearly 2,000 years ago.

19. Stop 19 · 10m

    Place of worship since Norman times sitting on a street once the route of monarchs.

20. Stop 20 · 5m

    Remains of Old Winchester Palace - one of the largest and most important buildings in medieval London.

21. Stop 21 · 5m

    Site of the notorious and infamous Clink Prison - former residence of the Mad the Bad the Sad.

22. Stop 22 · 15m

    Place of worship since the 7th century - with some stunning interior architecture.

23. Stop 23 · 10m

    The oldest surviving church in London - miraculously surviving the Great Fire of London and the Blitz of World War Two.

24. Stop 24

    Former hunting ground of King Henry VIII.

Meeting point

Traveller ratings

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
• 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