Private Black Cab Tour of London's Iconic Landmarks
There are over 2000 years of history in London and it can be overwhelming by the number of things to see and do.
Join me on a fantastic excursion around London in my London Black Taxi.
You will maximise your time and see the best of what London has to offer at your own pace.
I'm Simon, a qualified tour guide and qualified London Taxi driver since 1999.
Being a Londoner I know all the hidden places and fun facts of local areas and iconic landmarks.
I pride myself on going that extra mile and helping guests get the most out of their visit to London.
See the real London with a cabbie that knows this city inside and out. I'll even show you where to get the best coffee in town!!
Churchill War Rooms & Wartime London Walk - Semi Private 8ppl Max
Join our expert guide for a 2.5-hour SEMI-PRIVATE tour (8 Guests Maximum) exploring Churchill’s London and his legendary War Rooms. Walk through Whitehall, the heart of Britain’s WWII efforts, where crucial political and military strategies were shaped. Along the way, see statues honoring Britain’s wartime heroes and the Whitehall Cenotaph, a poignant tribute to the fallen.
Pause for an iconic photo at Horse Guards Parade before reaching the highlight of the tour: Churchill War Rooms, the underground bunker where Churchill led Britain to victory. Step back in time as you explore the preserved rooms, from the iconic map room to Churchill’s office, complete with his notebooks and cigars.
Perfect for history lovers and curious travelers, this tour immerses you in Churchill’s remarkable leadership and the resilience of wartime Britain, blending captivating storytelling with historic landmarks and a preserved legacy.
The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour
Walk in the footsteps of rock and roll royalty and visit the locations and venues where rock and roll legends played, recorded, performed, drank, caused trouble and hung out.
Experience London's unrivalled music history through the eyes of our greatest ever musicians.
Discover where it all began for megabands such as The Stones, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin.
Be amazed at the rock 'n' roll landmarks concealed in plain sight throughout central London.
Visit the hidden studios where the likes of David Bowie, Queen, Jimi Hendrix and more recorded and performed.
Hear hilarious stories from the golden era of rock 'n' roll and find out why Keith Moon was barred from so many pubs, and why the Sex Pistols had such a bad reputation.
Enjoy unseen backstreets, as your local guide, also a professional musician, regales you with funny stories about characters like Elton John, John Lennon and Eric Clapton.
Private Tour: Highlights Tour of London - Walking or Car Tour
Enjoy a highlights tour of London of London by car or on foot. You'll see all of the city's major sights from the outside (Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace and more), plus enjoy guided tours inside the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey with your licensed tour guide. Admission tickets to both sights are included in the tour price.
If you opt for the car option you will have a dedicated driver with a Mercedes V-class/Vito vehicle with bottled water and A/C, in addition to your guide.
On the walking tour option, most of the tour takes place on foot and you will pay for any taxis or public transport on the day itself to get around.
This tour is not available on Sundays as Westminster Abbey is closed then.
Thames Rockets Sunset London Speedboat Experience
Nights are made for chilling and chatting, and Thames Rockets renowned guides love nothing more than showing you the river when all the other boats have disappeared, and with just the winding Thames and London’s romantic sights between you and the sunset, you’ll feel like the most important people in town. With only the very best hand-picked guides at your service, you’ll soon be giggling past the Gherkin and tittering by the Tower.
As Tower Bridge cruises into view hold on tight as your expert skipper opens the throttles and rockets you down the river! Find out why they're famous for their speedboat experiences as you twist and turn through Canary Wharf and listen to a medley of all the latest hits!
This high speed ride is sure to take your breath away, so once back to Tower Bridge you'll receive a seasonal drink to calm your nerves and bobble back to the London Eye feeling fired up.
Walking Tours - Sights of London- price includes upto 10 people
This is an exciting guided tour round some of the sights of the city led by a Cambridge University Literature graduate and London City Guide.
We visit the key sites of the City of London including:
* Guildhall
* St Pauls
* Bank of England
* Stock Exchange
* Mansion House
* Dickensian pub
* secret gardens
* medieval and Wren churches
* Much more
Winston Churchill's London and The Churchill War Rooms - A Private Tour.
Follow the life of Winston Churchill by taking a private tour through the most important and personal sites he knew so well, including skip the line entry tickets to The Churchill War Rooms.
Trace his life, career, style and passions through the streets, shops, and buildings special to him. Starting at his childhood home, and those of his great ancestors, the tour moves on to his bachelor days and homes he lived in during his early married years.
"I am a man of simple tastes; I am easily satisfied with the best" - Visit tailor shops where Winston Churchill had his suits and hats made, including the famous 'Siren Suits'.
Churchill's trade mark Cigar barely left his lips. Visit his Cigar Merchant and sit in the great mans chair. (Smoke a Cigar too if you like)
The second part of the tour focuses on the career of Churchill, including The Houses of Parliament, 10 Downing Street, and of course entry to the Churchill War Rooms.
A fully private guided tour tailored to you.
Slow Horses Locations – TV Walking Tour in London
Follow in the grubby footsteps of Jackson Lamb and his band of misfits on this walking tour of locations featured in the Slow Horses spy series on Apple TV+ and the acclaimed Slough House novels by Mick Herron.
This walking tour takes you deep into Slough House territory – the northwest corner of the City of London, where disgraced MI5 agents are banished after messing up their careers in various ways.
Along the way, you'll see some of the key locations from the slow horses' adventures, and discover some surprising links to the world of espionage in this corner of London.
DISCLAIMER: This walk is an unlicensed and unauthorised tour of sites featured in the Slow Horses television series and Slough House books, and is not endorsed, sanctioned, or in any other way supported, directly or indirectly by Apple TV+, the Slough House book publishers, or Mick Herron.
The London Landmarks, 3.5 hour Afternoon tour
Come along for the ultimate London experience! Together we'll visit some of the worlds most famous buildings and iconic places. A great day out for anyone who likes to be outdoors and want to know more about this amazing City. So even if you're a born and bred Londoner or a visitor our dedicated and well experienced guides will give you a really good time and love to share their great wealth of interesting facts and quirky stories.
Booze, Brothels & The Bard: A Walking Tour of London's Bawdy Borough
Travel through a thousand years of history, meeting William Shakespeare, medieval Winchester Geese prostitutes, Charles Dickens, the ghost of a nineteenth century pub landlady, and the wonderfully named Doorkins Magnificat!
On our walking tour we'll visit the areas around Borough and Bankside, which being outside the jurisdiction of the City of London were for centuries the site of seedy goings on. We'll learn how the area had been notorious for prostitution since the arrival of the Romans, visit the locations of Southwark's two most notorious prisons of which parts can still be seen today, take in the sights of a millennium-old market, view the remains of a medieval palace, and find Shakespeare's Globe Theatres both old and new!
The walking tour begins outside Borough Station, ends near London Bridge Station, and will take around two hours. Total distance is about two miles.
Ticket sales will be limited to fifteen attendees, to ensure maximum enjoyment for everybody on the tour.
Roman Ruins to Blitz Bombings: A Walking Tour of London's Fiery History
Travel through two thousand years of history, meeting the Romans, William the Conqueror, Christopher Wren, Anne Boleyn's ghost, and Queen Boudica (and hear how she's connected to Harry Potter!)
On our guided walking tour we'll travel across the City of London, the ancient heart of the capital. We'll learn about the City's founding two thousand years ago and where you can still see Roman ruins to this day, its survival through fire and war, the Tower of London's bloody past, the eight-century-old position of Lord Mayor, and the easiest way to tunnel into the Bank of England's vaults!
The guided walking tour begins outside Tower Hill Station exit, ends near to Blackfriars Station, and will take around two hours. Total distance is about two and a half miles.
Ticket sales will be limited to fifteen attendees, to ensure maximum enjoyment for everybody on the tour.
Private Group: Historical Pub Walking Tour of London
Enjoy a historic private tour down the infamous "street of shame". With over 30 pubs and gin distilleries to choose from, your guide will tailor the walk to your personal preferences. With plenty of time to pause for a drink in 4 or 5 of London's most famous pubs along the way, the guide is on hand to recommend a few local tipples. You'll also enjoy a smattering of quirky history as you stroll through the hidden alleys and courtyards that make the City of London so unique. The walk finishes close to Covent Garden, and you might choose to dine in a haunted pub dating back over 400 years.
Royal Historic Pubs Walking Guided Tour in London
Join us on a majestic journey through time as we discover four historic, hidden, royal pubs dating back centuries that you would never find alone!
Uncover mysteries concealed beneath the streets of London, where alleyways and secret tunnels have transported kings and queens of years gone by.
Discover the palace where Ed Sheeran nearly lost an ear during a night of revelry with a princess, and be regaled with thrilling and hilarious stories of scandal, romance, intrigue, and legendary events.
Hear tales of Winston Churchill, Charlie Chaplin, James Bond, Queen Elizabeth II, and many other great British characters while sampling awesome British beers in off-the-beaten-path pub sanctuaries.
Your exquisite walking adventure will immerse you in the unseen grandeur of London’s past and present while avoiding the crowds and doing as the locals do.
Your expert, charming guide is guaranteed to have you laughing throughout with engaging storytelling, enthusiasm, and plenty of humour.
Private London Highlights Tour with Experienced Guide in Taxi
Tour with fun “real Londoners” having up to 30 years experience of driving London’s streets & alleyways & 7 years tour guiding, gathering tons of information to share with you!
Travel in a luxury, twenty first century London Hybrid Taxi with all modern considerations & 6 seats.
Our Guides have the ability to bespoke the tour, to accommodate your interests, as we don’t follow a particular set route.
We will look after you ... regularly stopping for photo shots, coffee shots & rest breaks throughout our tour.
Sharing our keen knowledge of historical London events & characters from the early Romans through to Prince Harry!
Hampton Court Palace 3hr tour: Henry VIII's & William III's intriguing Palaces
Hampton Court Palace, the home of England's most notorious king Henry VIII, has tales of ghosts, executions and his expanding collection of wives! Perfect if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of central London, Hampton Court has something to please all the family.
There are two palaces to look round, Henry VIII's and William III's and the suite of Georgian rooms tell the tale of one of the most dysfunctional dynasties ever to take the throne of England. The stunning gardens, a maze and the chance to see the complicated game of real tennis in action, makes this a wonderful day out.
My name is Sandy and this private tour accommodates groups of up to 5 people only meaning everyone can feel comfortable throughout. Please buy your entry tickets to the Palace, which is an extra cost to my tour, in advance as this will make it easier on the day.
100% of my Trip Advisor/Viator reviews are graded 'Excellent' so I must be doing something right!
NEW! Eating London Notting Hill Breakfast Tour
This unique London tour connects 5 authentic bakeries with famous movie locations in a 2-hour small group experience.
From traditional scones and pies to innovative fusion pastries, each stop reveals how centuries of immigration have transformed British baking culture around Portobello Road Market.
Between bites, explore the neighborhood’s musical and literary connections, from Bob Marley to George Orwell, and architectural beauty of the pastel streets which make every corner Instagram-worthy. Your local guide will reveal the stories behind the area’s transformation from working-class enclave to bohemian haven, while ensuring you taste the best of both traditional and contemporary London baking.
Buckingham Palace, St James Palace & Tea at Kensington Palace
See Three Palaces & experience the magnificence of London’s royal quarter with a walk around its most stunning monuments followed by an authentic afternoon tea in Royal surroundings in the company of a knowledgeable guide.
Get to the heart of aristocratic London, exploring the quiet corners & higgledy-piggledy streets of St James’ & its Tudor palace - where the King was proclaimed monarch.
On Changing of the Guard mornings, witness the inspection of the Old Guard at St James before following the band to Buckingham Palace. Stroll to Wellington Arch & hop onto an iconic red bus for a short ride to the Royal Albert Hall.
Step into beautiful Kensington Gardens & hear of a 1000 years of history, See Princess Diana's Statue & stroll through manicured parkland to the 300 year old Tea Room established by Queen Anne. Enjoy a full Afternoon Tea of delicious sandwiches, scones & cakes with a selection of teas. Dietary preferences are catered for, & a children's tea provided for youngsters.
Eating London: The Heart of 'The City' Food Tour
Welcome to the only food tour in the City of London (really!).
Down river from the palaces of Westminster, you’ll find the much older City of London, which dates back to Roman times and has been the epicenter of British and European life ever since.
Taste your way through the classic London dining destinations that fed the commercial, political and literary ambitions of a growing city – the oyster house, the chophouse, the chocolate house, the tavern & beyond – taking it from the middleweight capital of a small island nation to a world-famous global metropolis.
The story of the City of London is an entire novel written in wood, fire, stone, steel, glass, merchants & magic. Read it cover to cover on this completely one-of-a-kind culinary adventure through 2000 years, serving up the good, bad and bizarre tidbits of history, all framed by fantastic food. It’s the perfect London tour for first timers and long timers alike.
Food & drink walking tour in South East London. Bermondsey - Borough Market.
This tour is about getting you way off the beaten track and going where the locals go. Over three hours we visit six very different stops and two markets, one hidden away and one you can't miss. From Venezuelan Arepa's to visiting a hidden away distillery to try a gin & tonic, both found underneath the arches of the London Bridge train station, delicious pasta made right in front of your eyes by the incredible chefs at Flour & Grape, artisanal cheese from Neal's Yard Dairy, oysters from Richard Howard's Oyster bar (8 generations and still carrying the torch of the Howard name) and depending on the day, Iraqi dumplings from Juma or succulent sausage rolls from Ginger Pig, both found right in the centre of Borough Market. We will view into what London's old warehouses and docklands used to look like along the River Thames, when London was at the centre of global commerce and walk down the very trendy Bermondsey area and learn about its fascinating past in the Leather, Wool & Hide trade.
Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace Experience
Led by a historian and designed by a former Guardsman, this walking tour is the best way to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony. You’ll get historical context, insider knowledge and great vantage points. You’ll also walk alongside the New and Old Guards as they march along The Mall. If you are wondering, it is as exciting as it sounds.
You’ll see Buckingham Palace, of course, but you’ll also visit St James’s Palace and Clarence House, and understand how these royal residences fit into this world-famous ceremony. If we’re lucky (it sometimes happens), you might even catch a glimpse of the King and Queen.
Finally — and just as importantly — there’ll be plenty of fun and laughter along the way, as confirmed by the many five-star reviews.
Private London Beatlemania Tour in an Iconic Black Cab
Celebrate one of the world's most successful rock and roll bands – on your private British invasion tour, which brings to you several of the Beatles' most famed places in jolly, old London. This private driving tour will take you on a journey to discover The Beatles' history by exploring some of the places where momentous events took place, and though the Beatles were originally from Liverpool, they called London home at several stages throughout their lives and careers.
Private Guided Tour of the British Museum - Tickets Included
Forget about big groups of strangers or running after a guide with a tight schedule leading a big group. Treat your family, your friends, your partner or just yourself with this PRIVATE tour. No strangers will be part of the group, only you and whoever is travelling with you. In two hours you will visit the most important artifacts and lesser know objects. In this private tour you will be able to learn about many different civilizations in the humanity's history at your own pace, without having to follow a large group. The guide will be friendly, professional and will customize the tour according to the group needs, for example in case of couples or families with kids adapting the approach. The British Museum is huge but in 2 hours you will have an overview of the most significant objects like, but not limited to, the Rosetta Stone, Ramses II, Double headed serpent, Parthenon Marbles, the Moai from Easter Island, Lewis Chessmen, the Waddesdon Bequest and the Assyrian Lamassu.
London Rock N Roll Beatles Private Black Cab Tour
Calling all rock fans this is the ultimate tour of London rock history clap your hands stamp your feet turn up your amp to 11 this tour you will visit ionic landmarks that shaped music history from the famous Abbey Road Studios and zebra Crossing to the private home addresses of Rock Legends Hendrix, Lennon, Page you will also visit the Gibson factory in London where you get 10% off merchandise
You will feel the presence of rock royalty at the home of Freddie Mercury whilst hearing stories and memories from The Stones to the The Pistols. Don’t miss out on this rock ‘n’ roll storm now
This tour is fully wheelchair accessible and
has seating for up to 6 passengers, it’s perfect for solo travellers, couples, families, or small groups.
Private Guided Tour of Hampton Court Palace
Ex State Apartment Warder having worked at the Palace for over 18 years.
Highly knowledgeable, having done many previous tours for Functions, Events and VIPs.
A comprehensive tour of Hampton Court palace tailored to your historic interests. .
I cover all aspects of the Palace's history including tales of Henry VIII, Ghostly stories, Grace & Favour, and all others who have lived there.
I am a bubbly person who loves meeting new people & sharing the Palace history and engaging tales, that I can also tailor specifically for children as required.
I also offer a ghostly tales tour (same duration & times) suitable for adults and children. Please mention this when you book.