A Royal Journey Through London
While we can’t promise tea with the King, we can offer you the next best thing with our Royal London Tour by Taxi! If you’re fascinated by the UK’s royal history, this private tour is perfect for you. Over the course of three hours or four hours, you’ll visit the palaces, castles, and ceremonial routes where monarchs have lived, ruled, and celebrated for over a millennium. From royal weddings and coronations to the state funeral of the late Queen Elizabeth II, you’ll experience the places where history has unfolded before the eyes of the world.
Our knowledgeable London taxi tour guide will share captivating stories of the royal family – past and present – including tales of revolution, scandal, and romance. You’ll visit iconic royal landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and Kensington Palace, along with a few secret spots you won’t find on a typical tour. Whether you’re a history buff or simply love the idea of seeing some of the most photographed sites in London, this is a royal experience you won’t forget!
Why You’ll Love This Tour
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Places You’ll Visit and See on This Tour
Discover which royal landmarks you can expect to see on this tour:
- Royal Parks
- Westminster Abbey
- Clarence House
- Horse Guards Parade
- Kensington Palace
- The Tower of London
- The Banqueting House
- Tower Bridge
- Trafalgar Square
- St James Palace
- Buckingham Palace
And so much more…
If you would like to know where King Charles I lost his head and where The Queen and Princess Margaret partied with the commoners (incognito) on VE day, find out from your knowledge London taxi guide and learn much more about Britain’s regency on this Royal London Tour with your own private black cab!
Tour Details
Price
Per taxi for up to 6 guests:
- 3 Hour Taxi Tour: £350.00
- 4 Hour Taxi Tour: £460.00
Departure time
All our tours depart on the hour, all day and evening. However, if you need a different start time just book and then let us know. See the booking calendar for specific departure times.
Meeting point
We will pick you up and drop you off at any central London hotel or pick up point. This is included in the cost of your tour. ⓘPlease note that Heathrow and Gatwick are not in central London. You may need to book a Layover tour or speak to us to confirm your requirements.
Availability
Year round, 7 days a week
Duration
Options of:
- 3 hours
- 4 hours
For an extended tour duration, please contact us directly upon booking to discuss options.
Group size
Maximum 6 passengers
Wheelchair access
All our taxis are equipped with ramps and are wheelchair-friendly. ⓘ
If a passenger remains in their wheelchair, it might limit how many people the taxi can accommodate comfortably. We will work with you to ensure everyone’s comfort.
Included
- Live commentary from your guide
- Pick up and drop off in central London (excluding airports which are not in central London)
Not included
- Drinks and snacks which you are welcome to bring
- Gratuities – always at your discretion
- Any entrance fees to attractions
About your guide
All of our London taxi tour guides have passed the world famous Knowledge of London exam and have on average been driving a London Black Taxi for over 25 years. They also have additional tour guide qualifications which means their knowledge of London history, buildings, places and people is second to none.
Cancellation Policy
All tours are fully refundable (except card charges and booking fees) if canceled with more than 24 hours’ notice. For more information, please see our Terms & Conditions.
Why Choose a Guided Taxi Tour With Us?
- Our private taxi tours let you enjoy an exclusive sightseeing experience with a personal touch. Away from the crowds, getting to see the very best of London.
- Instead of taking the standard tourist routes, we can tailor your private London taxi tour to suit your interests, the London sights and attractions you most want to see!
- All our London taxis have a glass roof for an improved sightseeing experience.
- Looking for something really authentic? Our London taxi guides are locals who are passionate about London. Nobody knows London like a London taxi guides.
- With an affordable private sightseeing taxi tour you can schedule the times that suit you best.
- Need a comfort or coffee break? Want to stop for a photo? Never a problem on one of our private taxi tours! Flexibility is what our taxi tours are all about.
- Our London taxi tours are completely weatherproof. If it rains it doesn’t matter!
- Our private London taxi tours suit groups with different mobility levels and are wheelchair accessible, so very inclusive.
Need More Information?
See our most common inquiries, or visit our FAQs page(opens in a new tab) for more information. In case you can’t find the information you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us(opens in a new tab), we’d be happy to help!
Absolutely! Your taxi tour is exclusively yours. It is just you and your chosen companions exploring London. We tailor your London black taxi cab tour to suit your preferences, focusing on the landmarks and iconic buildings you are excited to see while skipping anything you are less interested in.
Our private tours do not have to start and finish at the same location. We offer the convenience of picking you up from various points across central London to begin your personalized tour. Additionally, we provide flexibility on the day of the tour to accommodate special requests, avoid heavy traffic, or navigate around road closures due to events. This dynamic approach ensures you have the best possible experience.
Not necessarily. Customizing your London taxi tour, like mixing London Highlights with a dash of Harry Potter or Rock n Roll, will not incur extra charges for the London black taxi tour. Get inspired on our bespoke taxi tour page for unique tour ideas then reach out to us to start planning your perfect taxi tour.
Absolutely! We encourage you to capture those memorable London moments on your London black taxi tour. Our guide will be most happy to take group and family photos for you.
Of course! It is your time and your London black taxi tour. Just let us know when you need a pause for a comfort break or a quick bite.
98% or all our taxis are the new electric taxi with a panoramic glass roof. We guarantee an electric taxi with a glass roof if you book directly. Check out our short YouTube video here and more about our London electric taxis on this page.
Booking a London black taxi tour is a breeze! Do it instantly online by clicking any of the Book Now buttons across the website, or for a more personal touch, feel free to contact us via email or live chat on our website.
