About this tour
This 4-hour private black cab tour tracks the 1888 Whitechapel murders through London's East End with a driver-guide versed in Ripper history. You'll visit crime scenes and haunted pubs where victims spent their final hours, weaving between Buck's Row and Mitre Square whilst passing iconic landmarks like Tower Bridge and St. Paul's Cathedral. The narrative extends beyond Jack the Ripper to cover other dark chapters—the Kray Twins, Sweeney Todd—painting a portrait of Victorian London's criminal underbelly from the safety of an iconic London taxi.
Highlights
- Crime scenes in Whitechapel: Buck's Row, Mitre Square, and surrounding streets
- Ten Bells pub: where victims were seen before their deaths
- Tower Bridge, St. Paul's Cathedral, Tower of London en route
- Kray Twins and Sweeney Todd criminal histories discussed
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Expert cabbie guide specialising in 1888 murders
What to expect
Expect a methodical journey through narrow East End backstreets punctuated by stops at actual murder locations. Your driver will narrate the victims' stories and the investigation's details as you move between sites—this isn't sensationalised theatre but grounded historical narrative. You'll spend time inside the Ten Bells and similar period pubs, understanding the social geography of the era. Walking portions are moderate; most travel is by cab. The tour balances dark subject matter with broader London history, so you're not confined to grimness alone.
Good to know
Bring cash for pub drinks or snacks (not included). Weather-appropriate clothing advised for short walking sections. Tour operates year-round. Wheelchair accessible vehicles and accessible stops throughout. Service animals welcome. Not suitable for very young children due to violent historical content.
Frequently asked
- How long does In Jack The Ripper Footsteps: Private Black Cab Tour in London take?
- In Jack The Ripper Footsteps: Private Black Cab Tour in London runs for approximately 4 hours.
- How much does In Jack The Ripper Footsteps: Private Black Cab Tour in London cost?
- Prices start from AUD $771 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does In Jack The Ripper Footsteps: Private Black Cab Tour in London run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs In Jack The Ripper Footsteps: Private Black Cab Tour in London?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.