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London Taxi Tour: Explore History in Comfort
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93 Ratings
London
Discover London in style with a private luxury taxi tour led by a knowledgeable local guide. Customize your tour to your interests and enjoy stops for photos, coffee, and rest breaks. Learn about London’s rich history from the Romans to Prince Harry.
Discover London in style with a private luxury taxi tour led by a knowledgeable local guide. Customize your tour to your interests and enjoy stops for photos, coffee, and rest breaks. Learn about London’s rich history from the Romans to Prince Harry.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- St. Paul’s Cathedral - A 17th-century masterpiece, St. Paul’s Cathedral was rebuilt after the Great Fire of London and has hosted significant events like the wedding of Charles and Diana.
- Westminster Abbey - Discover the architectural marvel where every British monarch has been crowned, and where Prince William and Princess Catherine were…
- St. Paul’s Cathedral - A 17th-century masterpiece, St. Paul’s Cathedral was rebuilt after the Great Fire of London and has hosted significant events like the wedding of Charles and Diana.
- Westminster Abbey - Discover the architectural marvel where every British monarch has been crowned, and where Prince William and Princess Catherine were married.
- Houses of Parliament - Be captivated by this magnificent Gothic structure, home to UK democracy, Big Ben, and the House of Lords.
- Buckingham Palace - The renowned residence of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
- Tower of London - An 11th-century fortress built by William the Conqueror, offering rich historical insights and photo opportunities.
- Tower Bridge - Appreciate the globally recognized Victorian masterpiece, Tower Bridge.
- Trafalgar Square - London’s iconic square, celebrating naval victories from Lord Nelson’s era.
- Piccadilly Circus - Immerse in the vibrant heart of London’s entertainment district, featuring lights, sights, and the statue of Eros.
- St. James’s Palace - Explore a 500-year-old Tudor palace built for Henry VIII and his six wives, now home to King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
- Downing Street - The residence of the British Prime Minister.
- London Eye - A Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames, commemorating the new millennium.
- Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre - Experience the reconstructed theatre where William Shakespeare’s plays were originally performed along the Thames.
- St. James’s Park - A stunning Royal Park in London, beautiful year-round, featuring pelicans, a gardener’s cottage, and vibrant flowers.
- Thames River - The lifeline of London, historically a vital trade route, and a subject of artistic depiction for centuries.
What's Included
- Panoramic Glass Roof
- Free WIFI
- Air Conditioning
- USB phone points
- Bottled water (no food)
- Parking fees
- Umbrella
- Taking photos and sharing at the end of tour
- Panoramic Glass Roof
- Free WIFI
- Air Conditioning
- USB phone points
- Bottled water (no food)
- Parking fees
- Umbrella
- Taking photos and sharing at the end of tour
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Join a tour led by enthusiastic “real Londoners” with up to 30 years of experience navigating London’s streets and alleyways, and 7 years of tour guiding expertise, eager to share a wealth of information with you!
Travel in style in a luxurious, modern London Hybrid Taxi, equipped with all contemporary amenities and seating for six.
Our guides are…
Join a tour led by enthusiastic “real Londoners” with up to 30 years of experience navigating London’s streets and alleyways, and 7 years of tour guiding expertise, eager to share a wealth of information with you!
Travel in style in a luxurious, modern London Hybrid Taxi, equipped with all contemporary amenities and seating for six.
Our guides are skilled at customizing the tour to suit your interests, as we don’t adhere to a fixed route.
Rest assured, you’ll be well taken care of with regular stops for photo opportunities, coffee breaks, and rest periods throughout the tour.
Enjoy our extensive knowledge of London’s historical events and figures, from the early Romans to Prince Harry!
Location
St. Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Churchyard
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(93 Ratings)
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William_s
Oct 14, 2025
Fantastic way to see the main sights in London. - This tour can’t be beat! Barry was incredibly good as a tour guide. Supremely knowledgeable and friendly. He took us to all the main sights and accommodated the few minor changes we requested. Everyone in our group loved it.
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Voyage816696
Jun 18, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Top-Tier Tour with Barry – A Must-Do Experience! - We had the absolute pleasure of touring with Barry, and it was one of the highlights of our trip! Our group of six included two energetic children and a family member with limited mobility, and Barry went above and beyond to ensure everyone felt comfortable, included, and engaged.
Barry is a true local and a wealth of knowledge—his storytelling and historical insights brought every stop to life. He added a personal touch to the tour that made it feel intimate and authentic. You can tell he loves what he does, and it shows in every detail.
We did Barry’s tour on the last day of our stay, but I highly recommend booking it early in your trip—you’ll walk away with a deeper appreciation of the area and some great local tips.
Thanks to Barry, we left with cherished memories and fantastic photos. If you’re looking for a thoughtful, informative, and fun tour, Barry is your guy!
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Rae_h
May 24, 2025
A plus experience - Barry is an excellent tour guide. He is knowledgeable, experienced & helpful. As a native born Londoner he knew how to guide us out of towners.
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Ste0810
Apr 14, 2025
Knowledgeable, detailed and fun. - We were hoping for a “real”Londoner. Barry is definitely that. He does a fantastic job of showing you all the historical sites in the heart of London. He pointed out his favorite pubs, as well as the best spots to get a good photo. We laughed and had a really good time.
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Docpoochi
Jan 3, 2025
Fantastic London Tour - We had a great tour with Barry . He picked us up from our friends house about an hour away from London , then took us all around London . He knew the places to go , he pointed out different interesting sites and also gave us historical facts . He has great knowledge and we would highly recommend him.
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Carbetsy
Nov 22, 2024
Exceptional full-day London experience!! - Our guide Barry, and his full-day private London experience, was truly the very best tour we have ever experienced in our long travel history over the years!! Barry picked us up at our hotel lobby promptly, as planned, in the most comfortable hybrid taxi. Barry is brilliant! He has an expert level of knowledge regarding London and beyond. He is kind and professional and enjoyed every minute of our full-day tour. Barry made sure he afforded us every opportunity to spend time at the many London sights. We learned so much and Barry memorialized the day with pictures which we appreciated. It was an exceptional day all-around. The very best start to our London vacation. We couldn't have asked for better day!!!! Thank you Barry!!
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Joe_m
Oct 15, 2024
Barry is the Mick Jagger, John Lennon and Roger Daltry of Fancy Taxis. - My wife and I had a better than expected tour with Barry. I thought at first it was pricey but it was WEP - Worth Every Penny/Pound/Pence. Barry was gracious, helpful, knowledgeable and made the day more wonderful than we expected. We got to see all the things a foreigner wants to see ie; Buckingham Palace, Westminsgter Abbey, Tower of London etal without having to pick and choose what to see. I'd recommend Barry on the first day of your Holiday and pick and choose what/where you want to spend more time. He's not only a schooled historian, but gave us a true sense of the English and Londoners. It confirmed what i thought about many things English-esque and changed my views and understand/appreciation of what I believe are American mis-perceptions about England eg; the Royal Family and their importance to the country. I could go on and on but won't. Just hire this mate...he's amazing and WEP. Last thing, if you're planning to do the Cotswolds/Oxford tour; ask him if when you book the London tour if he can do that as well. We had a fine tour bus with 20+ people but if I knew what i know now, I'd have booked both with him...Cheers...JEM
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Kristen_c
Sep 27, 2024
Barry is the best. - My family had a lovely day, thanks to Barry. He was so kind and knowledgeable and helped us maximize our time to fit in all the must-see sights, especially with my mother in laws mobility issues. Recommend him enthusiastically and without reservation.
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Mytinimartini
Sep 25, 2024
Perfect tour of London - A perfect way to orient yourselves to London. Barry provides concierge level service throughout his tour. Everything exceeded expectations.
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Tami_m
Sep 4, 2024
London trip - Danny made the trip fun. He took us to places that we didn't know existed and ones that we did. He was funny and knowledgeable.
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