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London Classic Sightseeing Private Taxi Tour

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3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

London can feel overwhelming when you first arrive, with so much to see and the major sights spread across the city. Our private Classic London Taxi Tour makes it easy.

We’ll collect you from your hotel or another central London location, then you can settle into your own modern black taxi with room for up to six guests and a panoramic glass roof.

Choose a 3, 4 or 6-hour tour and let your experienced London taxi tour guide take care of the rest. We’ll make sure you see the London you came for, from Buckingham Palace and Westminster to St Paul’s, the City of London and Tower Bridge, with plenty more along the way.

There is no following a flag, waiting for a group or worrying about getting lost in the crowds. Your guide can adapt the tour as you go, stop for photographs and spend more time on the parts of London that interest you most. Just sit back, enjoy the view and let us take care of London.

What's Included

  • Your Taxi will pick you up from a central London hotel or central London location that suits you.
  • We are happy to finish your tour at a place that suits you.
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
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Meeting and Pickup

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We can pick you up and drop of at any central London location or hotel. We will text you on the cell phone you provide us with before your tour. We will tell you the name of your guide and his/her cell phone number. They will let you know when that have arrived at the location.Heathrow airport and Gatwick are not in central London. They are both over 1 hour's drive from central London. If you book a tour and want to be picked up from Heathrow, we need to arrange your transfer and additional charge.

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Buckingham Palace (pass by)

Your guide will collect you from your hotel or another agreed central London location. From there, the tour is completely private and flexible — there is no fixed route from A to B and no standard list of compulsory stops.Your guide will shape the tour around the time you have and what interests you most. You might want to get out at Buckingham Palace for photographs, while another guest may prefer to see it from the taxi and spend more time somewhere else. Photo stops can be made throughout the tour where practical, and the route can change with traffic, road closures and what is happening in London that day.No first visit to London feels quite complete without seeing Buckingham Palace. Your guide will take you through the surrounding royal quarter and share some of the stories behind the Palace, the Royal Family and this part of London. If you would like to stop for photographs, just say — where traffic and access allow, we’ll happily make time for it.
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Houses of Parliament (pass by)

One of the great London views. The Palace of Westminster, Big Ben and the Thames all come together here, and it is usually one of the places first-time visitors most want to see. Your guide will explain what you are looking at and, if you would like photographs, will use their local knowledge to find the best practical place to stop.
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Westminster Abbey (pass by)

Westminster Abbey has been at the heart of royal and national life for centuries, from coronations and weddings to funerals and great state occasions. On this tour we normally enjoy the Abbey from outside, with your guide bringing its history and stories to life as you explore Westminster.
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10 Downing Street (pass by)

Travel through the heart of British government along Whitehall, passing the entrance to Downing Street and some of London’s most important government buildings. Your guide can explain the history behind Number 10 and the people and events connected with this surprisingly small but world-famous street.
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Trafalgar Square (pass by)

Nelson’s Column, the National Gallery, fountains, lions and one of London’s great meeting places. Trafalgar Square sits at the centre of so much London history and is also a useful point for your guide to show you how Westminster, the West End and the City begin to connect.
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St. Paul's Cathedral (pass by)

Sir Christopher Wren’s great dome has dominated the London skyline for more than 300 years. Your guide will share the story of St Paul’s, the Great Fire and the rebuilding of London, and if you would like a photograph we can usually find a good viewpoint without turning the tour into a fixed stop-by-stop itinerary.
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Tower of London (pass by)

Nearly 1,000 years of history sit behind these walls. Palace, fortress, prison, armoury and home of the Crown Jewels — the Tower has some wonderful stories attached to it. We normally explore it from the outside on this tour, leaving your guide plenty of time to tell you about some of its more colourful characters and events.
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Tower Bridge (pass by)

One of the sights almost everyone hopes to see in London — and still regularly confused with London Bridge. We’ll take you through the Tower area and, depending on the route and traffic, aim to give you a great view of the bridge. If you want that classic London photograph, let your guide know.
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Thames River (pass by)

London grew around its river, and travelling alongside the Thames gives you a wonderful sense of how the city fits together. Depending on your route, you may see the London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe, Tate Modern, the Shard and several of London’s historic bridges along the way.
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Covent Garden (pass by)

One of London’s most characterful neighbourhoods, Covent Garden is known for its historic market buildings, theatres, street performers, independent shops and lively atmosphere.Depending on the length of your tour, the traffic and what interests you most, your guide may also take you past other London favourites such as the London Eye, Shakespeare’s Globe, the Shard, Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, Fleet Street, the Royal Courts of Justice and some of the City of London’s oldest streets.And remember, this is not a fixed “bus-stop” itinerary where every guest follows exactly the same route. Your private taxi tour is shaped around you, so some sights may be enjoyed from the taxi, while at others you may choose to stop for photographs or spend a little more time. Your guide will use their knowledge of London — and what is happening in the city that day — to make the very best use of the time you have.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the London Classic Sightseeing Private Taxi Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the London Classic Sightseeing Private Taxi Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Your Taxi will pick you up from a central London hotel or central London location that suits you.
  • We are happy to finish your tour at a place that suits you.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Food and drinks, unless specified.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the London Classic Sightseeing Private Taxi Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for London Classic Sightseeing Private Taxi Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Your Taxi will pick you up from a central London hotel or central London location that suits you.
  • We are happy to finish your tour at a place that suits you.
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • A maximum of 6 people per booking. If there is more than 6 people in your party, please book a second taxi.

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