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Welcome to London: Private Black Cab Tour with Heathrow Airport Pick-up

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WHY BOOK A BLACK CAB HERITAGE TOURS EXPERIENCE?

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ACCESSIBLE

Easy-entry cabs for all in a vehicle designed for passengers with reduced mobility or disabilities.

PRIVATE TOUR

Your group, your pace for up to 6 guests. Ideal for families, friends or small groups.

Welcome to London: Private Black Cab Tour with Heathrow Airport Pick-up

Duration
Max Participants
4
Available Languages
English
E-ticket
Quick, easy, no paper - just show up and go.

What makes this tour special

This 5-hour private experience combines the best of two worlds: the comfort of a seamless Heathrow Airport pickup and the prestige of our award-winning Premier Classic London Tour.

Perfect for those arriving on a morning flight, this experience turns your travel day into an adventure. Your professional driver-guide—a licensed London "Cabbie" with the legendary "Knowledge"—will meet you right at the arrivals hall, whisking you away in an iconic black taxi to discover the essence of the capital.

On your private tour, you will:

  • Discover Royal London, stopping for photos at Buckingham Palace and St. James’s Palace. If your arrival time aligns, we’ll catch the pageantry of the Changing of the Guard;
  • Drive through Parliament Square to see Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and the architectural masterpiece of Westminster Abbey;
  • See famous landmarks cruising past Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, and the historic St. Paul’s Cathedral;
  • Cross the world-famous Tower Bridge and get a stunning view of the Tower of London, where your guide will share tales of prisoners, crown jewels, and royal intrigue;
  • Discover hidden Gems: Because you’re with a local cabbie, we’ll duck into the tiny Victorian alleyways and "secret" spots that big tour buses simply can't reach.

Learn about the city from a true Londoner who knows the shortcuts, the stories, and the best places for a "proper" pint or fish and chips, and make the most of every minute on your first day. By the time you check into your hotel, you’ll have already seen London’s most popular landmarks.

IMPORTANT

Unlike a standard sedan or SUV, London Black Cabs do not have a traditional rear trunk (boot). Instead, they are engineered specifically for city efficiency and passenger accessibility.

Where does the luggage go?

Because there is no rear trunk, your suitcases will travel in two specific areas:

  • The Front Compartment: Right next to the driver, where you would typically find a passenger seat in a normal car, there is a dedicated open luggage platform. This is perfect for large suitcases.
  • The Passenger Cabin: The "passenger compartment" is incredibly spacious with a flat floor. Because of the "flip-down" occasional seats, there is ample room to keep suitcases right on the floor with you.

Capacity Note: While the cabs are spacious, we generally recommend a maximum of 3 to 4 large suitcases (plus carry-ons) for a comfortable 5-hour tour. If you have an unusually large amount of luggage, just let us know in advance!

What's Included

  • A friendly, professional English-speaking driver guide for your private group
  • Private Transportation in a TXE, TX4 or Mercedes Vito London Taxi
  • Heathrow Airport Pickup & Central London Hotel Drop-off

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • No entrance fees are required
  • Food and drinks

Rain or shine

Join us for an unforgettable experience, no matter the weather. We run in sun, showers, or storms.

Things to know

This activity is operated by Black Cab Heritage Tours
  • Weather notes: Force Majeure Disclaimer: In the event of unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather, natural disasters, riots, strikes, etc. and the tour cannot operate as published, we will endeavour to reschedule your tour date/time or we will provide a full refund.
  • Know before you go: Your guide will meet you at London Heathrow Airport. Please provide your airline, flight number, and arrival time and have a working phone number to locate you easily. Unlike a standard sedan or SUV, London Black Cabs do not have a traditional rear trunk (boot). Instead, they are engineered specifically for city efficiency and passenger accessibility. Because there is no rear trunk, your suitcases will travel in two specific areas: - The Front Compartment: Right next to the driver, where you would typically find a passenger seat in a normal car, there is a dedicated open luggage platform. This is perfect for large suitcases. - The Passenger Cabin: The "passenger compartment" is incredibly spacious with a flat floor. Because of the "flip-down" occasional seats, there is ample room to keep smaller bags or medium suitcases right on the floor with you.
  • Accesibility: All Black Cabs are wheelchair accessible, and foldable wheelchairs (under 10kg) can be stored in the vehicle. Please note that the person must be able to get into and out of the vehicle without the assistance of the driver or tour guide, and a member of the group must be able to lift the wheelchair in and out of the vehicle without the assistance of the driver or tour guide. Additionally, on some occasions, slight amendments to the route may need to be made to make this fully accessible. If your wheelchair is over 10kg or cannot be folded to be easily stored in a vehicle, please be in touch, so we can arrange a custom booking for you.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 2 days before tour start. Non refundable if cancelled within 2 days of tour start.

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