The 8 Best Black Cab Tours of London

1.The Premier Classic London: Private 4-Hour Tour in a Black Cab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,737 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Our pick

Travel with a private London driver-guide for four hours, with central London pickup, short walks and photo stops. See Westminster, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s and more from a classic black cab. Guides including Jim, Jon, Steve, Dean and Ryan have led tours, though a particular guide is not guaranteed.

“We had an awesome experience with Black Cab Heritage Tours! Our guide, Dave, was fantastic and he was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and made the tour feel personal and fun. Seeing the sights from a traditional black cab was comfortable and such a unique way to navigate the city. If you're looking for a top-tier London experience, look no further. Thanks again, Dave and the Black Cab Heritage Tours company! We will definitely be back to London and using this tour again! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to Dave and all!”

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2.Private Tour: Black Taxi Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,153 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

A private London black taxi tour gives your group up to six a two-hour introduction to landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Westminster and the Tower of London. Your driver-guide sets the route with you, shares local history and anecdotes, and can stop for a closer look. Central London pickup is offered at selected hotels and locations.

“I want to personally thank Gary for his professionalism and his friendly demeanor. He contacted me a few minutes before the appointed time to ensure that we had no issues from the start. My family members were impressed with his breadth of knowledge and his humor. His skillful navigation of the streets of London with his taxi cab made the experience a joy for them.”

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3.London Sightseeing Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 917 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Take a four-hour private black cab tour of London for up to six people, with pickup and drop-off at a central London hotel. Your driver-guide connects major sights such as Tower Bridge, St Paul’s and Westminster with local stories, photo stops and some room to tailor the route. Guides on past tours have included Greg, Paul, Lee and David; your assigned guide may differ.

“Excellent tour of London with a guide that was knowledgeable, fun, and knew his way around a crowded city. We walked and rode in the Black Cab. Best way to see it all!!”

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4.Rock Cab Tours presents Music Legends Private Taxi Tour of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 637 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $276Best value

Rock Cab Tours takes you around London’s music landmarks in a private taxi for about three to four hours. Guide Steve, also known as Stephen, shares stories and visual aids, helps you get a photo on the Abbey Road crossing, and can tailor stops to your favorite artists. Central London hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“A terrific tour. Steve is well-informed and engaging. His enthusiasm for the tour is infectious. He was also helpful on general questions about London. Highly recommend tour for music lovers.”

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5.The Ultimate 6-hour Private Tour of London in an Iconic Black Cab

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 533 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Spend six hours touring London in a private TXE, TX4 or Mercedes Vito taxi with an English-speaking driver-guide. Expect royal landmarks, Westminster, the City, riverside stops and central neighborhoods, with short walks and photo breaks. Your guide can adapt the route, but traffic and brief stops mean this is an overview, not a full visit inside every attraction.

“Paul Williams was an incredible tour guide. He managed to get us to all of the points of interest and had so much patience with us! He was incredibly gracious and courteous!”

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6.Black Taxi Tour of London: Classic Sightseeing Bespoke & Fun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 371 reviews · 4 to 8 hours (approx.)

See London by private black taxi on a 4-to-8-hour tour for up to six people. Your guide can shape the route around your interests, from Big Ben and the Tower of London to requested stops such as Abbey Road. Pickup is offered at central London addresses. The landmark visits are exterior only, and entrance fees are extra.

“Tony was the best tour guide ever! He took us all around London for the entire day. He hit the highlights and took us to some places that we would’ve never known about. He knew so much history about London and did such an exceptional job. I highly recommend this!!!”

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7.Harry Potter Black Taxi Private Tour of London with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 287 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Take a three-hour private black taxi tour of London’s Harry Potter locations, with pickup from selected central hotels. Your driver-guide visits sites linked to the films, from King’s Cross and Borough Market to Leadenhall Market and the Millennium Bridge. Guides including Michael and Mark have used movie clips to bring scenes into focus. The fixed group price is $482.97.

“Michael is the best tour guide I’ve had in awhile. My two granddaughters and I were exhausted from a late arrival to London. He picked us up from our hotel, treated us to coffee, and took us to all the Harry Potter sites. His enthusiasm was contagious and made the tour come alive. Seeing the movie clips refreshed our memories so we could appreciate each site even more. I would highly recommend this tour!”

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8.Black Taxi Tour Of London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 282 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Take a four-hour private black taxi tour of London with a driver-guide who can shape the route around your interests. You can focus on landmarks such as Westminster Abbey and St. Paul’s Cathedral, ask for photo stops, or leave the choices to your guide. The fare covers up to six people, and pickup is available within five miles of Trafalgar Square.

“Morris did excellent job catering to our preferences and interest of The Beatles. He brought us to hidden gems and gave us a great overview of Old London and the history along with the main attractions. Very pleasant and informative and highly recommend. Perfect way to get an overview and some history of England.”

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