About this tour
Eight hours traversing London's familiar and overlooked corners in a private black cab, piloted by a driver-guide who shapes the route around what interests you. Hit the parliamentary landmarks and royal palaces—Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Tower—then veer into quieter pockets: a derelict Wren church tucked between office towers, a legal graffiti tunnel, a 350-year-old paupers' burial ground. Neighbourhood stops in Notting Hill and Little Venice break the pace. Bring your own lunch or grab something at a pub along the way.
Highlights
- Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Tower of London
- St Dunstan in the East: forgotten medieval church among skyscrapers
- Leake Street Tunnel: legal street art beneath Waterloo
- Crossbones Graveyard: atmospheric 17th-century burial site
- Tower Bridge and St Paul's Cathedral
- Notting Hill and Little Venice neighbourhoods on foot
- Abbey Road: the actual zebra crossing, street-level reality
- Driver-guided itinerary adjusted to your preferences
What to expect
You'll spend most of the day in and out of the cab, covering ground efficiently between stops. The driver knows the back routes and quieter approaches to famous sites, so you're not queuing with tour groups. Expect to walk 2–3 kilometres across the day in mixed terrain—some cobbles, some stairs (though major monuments can be viewed from outside if mobility is limited). The cab itself is air-conditioned and comfortable. You'll move through tourist heartland and then into residential streets where locals actually live, giving you a less polished read on the city. A traditional pub appears on the route; meals are not provided, so pack cash or cards for lunch.
Good to know
Bottled water included. Bring a camera and comfortable shoes. Lunch is not covered, so budget accordingly for a pub meal or packed food. Wheelchair users can participate—the vehicle and nearby transport are accessible—though some off-the-beaten-path sites involve uneven ground or short walks. Service animals welcome.
Frequently asked
- How long does Ultimate London Tour - iconic London Taxi Tour take?
- Ultimate London Tour - iconic London Taxi Tour runs for approximately 8 hours.
- How much does Ultimate London Tour - iconic London Taxi Tour cost?
- Prices start from AUD $1942 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Ultimate London Tour - iconic London Taxi Tour run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Ultimate London Tour - iconic London Taxi Tour?
- 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.