London Highlights Sightseeing Tour By London Black Cab.

5.0 (8 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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One of the famous sites that you will see as part of this tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Our fleet of iconic Black Cabs are comfortable, classy, and enviromentally friendly. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Tours Of The UK

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Guide fees

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Statue of Eros (Anteros)

Passing by

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'
Burlington House

Passing by

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.
St. James's

30 min

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.
St. James's Palace

15 min

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.
Green Park

Passing by

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.
Buckingham Palace

Passing by

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

Passing by

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!
Whitehall

Passing by

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.
Parliament Square

Passing by

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.
St. Paul's Cathedral

10 min

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.