Call the Midwife film Locations

CALL THE MIDWIFE

Fact and fiction all rolled into one day.

Call the Midwife highlights the lives of a group of midwives living in East London in the late 1950s to early 1960s. Watched by over 10 million viewers  the series goes from strength to strength.

Leaving your Central London hotel you will be driven into the real East End of London to see the areas that the series replicates. There will be time to stop at the real and original Nonnatus House which gave the inspiration for the books.

We then travel into the Kent countryside to arrive at our location site.

Major parts of the series were filmed in a dockyard and there is something for everyone to do here.

There are ships to explore, go inside a submarine, see how they make rope, Train Engines to view and even a small children’s indoor play area.

If this wasn’t enough there are the film location sites to wander around in.

Walk along the avenues and see a selection of props from the Midwife series and imagine the washing lines tied across the streets from one block of flats to the other. Let your imagination run wild and you will be transported back to the East End of the 1960’s. Stand outside the notourious “Sutton Buildings”

Please note Nonnatus House scenes are filmed at a closed studio set in Surrey, not at this location.

Besides the midwife series you will find familiar places where a selection of scenes from Les Misérables was filmed, along with James Bond and a whole host of other classics.

Leaving the ships and locations behind us we head off for a traditional English pub lunch.

Over lunch is a good time to decide on the afternoon adventure.

Option 1

After lunch visit Leeds castle “THE LOVELIEST CASTLE IN THE WORLD”

Here we can walk through 900 years of history and explore 500 acres of  parkland and gardens.

The whole family will enjoy the castle, maze and grotto, you can even go punting on the moat.

Option 2.

Return towards London and stop at Eltham Palace

Walking into this Palace is walking into the decade of decadence as you are transported back to the 1930s Created for millionaires Stephen and Virginia Courtauld, Eltham Palace is part Art Deco design from the 1930’s and part medieval royal palace. The whole family will feel at home here. Why not try on clothes, play games and listen to music, as a guest of the Courtaulds.

Tour price £599.00 per taxi

up to 6 people (not per person)

There is a large amount of walking on this tour but all places are wheelchair accessible

BRIDGERTON COUNTRYSIDE TOUR

BRIDGERTON LONDON

Bridgerton film locations London & Countryside

BRIDGERTON in LONDON

Enter the world of Bridgerton as we collect you from your hotel, and allow one of our City Squire Guides to escort you and your family around London. Visit the building that became the Opera House, see the exterior of the Queens residence. Find out the defining history of London during the early 1800’s and the Regency period.

Stand outside the property that became the exterior of Bridgerton House; the residence of Daphne Bridgerton, Anthony Bridgerton, & their widowed mother Lady Violet. Grab your cameras for photos, and wonderful views over London.

(****history spoiler**** had the Bridgerton’s turned up outside this property in 1813, they would have found George III’s sister Princess Augusta living there.)

Lady Danbury, the Featheringtons, the Duke of Hastings and all the characters will come to life as you travel around the City. See the original Whites Gentlemen’s club and learn it’s history.

Hear insider gossip about how the series was made, along with actual historical facts of the time period.

4 hour tour

up to 6 people

£379.00 per taxi not per person

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Disclaimer: This is an unofficial tour of non-studio filming locations of the Netflix television series Bridgerton. It is an Unofficial tour of public locations featured in the Bridgerton series. It is not connected with, or licensed or endorsed by, Netflix in any way, or Shondaland, Shonda Rhimes, Netflix, (Julie Pottinger) Julie Quinn, Amazon, B & N, Apple books, or Harper Collins Publishers.  This non studio public tour has no connection with the show, Netflix, Author, production companies or the cast. It does not include access to any official Bridgerton sets or props. All related titles and characters are trademarks of Netflix, Shondaland, Julie Quinn, Harper Collins Publishers, together with all pre & post media & production companies.

Beigel or Bagal

Beigel or Bagel

This is the Cavier of foodie tours.

It doesn’t matter which way you say it, come and see how they bake the rolls with the hole in the middle. Find out how they originated and why there is a hole in the middle. Besides rolls with holes we will see how smoked salmon is cured and yes you guessed it, get free samples of smoked salmon filled Beigels/Bagels.

Besides food we have a real treat as we visit a brewery with, yes free samples.  You will be able to see the process that is used to produce beer and sample some of the end product.

Don’t let the drink go to your head as you will also hear about the area we will be in. The Heugonots, Jewish immigrants, Indian immigrants, Pakistani, Irish, African immigrants, there are a thousand stories to tell you. There is an abundance of Street Art to show as well, plus how the area gentrified itself to become a chic place to be in nowadays.

We will even find out about Jack the Ripper

Finally find out the definitive answer:  Is it a Beigel or a Bagel.

4 hour tour

£369.00 per taxi not per person

up to 6 people

Street Art Taxi Tour

Street art can be found all over Central London and on this 4 hour tour we will not only show you the work but explain in detail the story behind the art instillation.

It’s vibrant, chic, up to date, and showcases many very talented peoples work.

The whole tour is very family friendly and you may even be able to add your own tag to a wall.

Roman Britain

See Britain’s first garden. Discover the story behind Britain’s largest surviving Roman home.

Let your guide explain the life of grandeur for some and hard daily grind for others.

Visiting two Roman sites on this tour, with over half a million artefacts this tour will not disappoint.

Romans in London

The Romans invaded over 2000 years ago. This tour is an opportunity to see how they lived and worked.

We will follow in the footsteps of the Romans as we wander around derelict Roman remains.

You will see Roman coffins, pavements, market areas, bath houses plus a lot more.

There is so much for you to see, but why let us just tell you, take the tour and see it first hand.

Harry Potter Oxford & London Day Tour

This is a Taxi tour you can take into Harry Potterland and get a result. We start by driving through London and out to Oxford, the city of dreaming spires. We discover the university and its colleges and also Harry Potter. See where the students ascend the stairs to the Dining Room. See the where Harry and Ron come face to face with Argus Filch and Mrs Norris. Visit the Hogwarts infirmary, and the Music room as well as getting a glimpse of Hogwarts Library. Mad eye Moody appears and turns Malfoy into a ferret and that tree he was sitting is there just for you to take photos of Moaning Myrtle will make an appearance as we wander around and we will finish off with Harry being welcomed back to health by Hermione and Ron.

Lunch in a 300 year old pub used by Tolkien and CS Lewis so not a bad morning’s tour. After lunch we return to London and visit Gringotts Bank (outside only) walk over the Knight Bus bridge. Walk the avenue to the Leaky Cauldron (film 1) Stand at the entrance to the Leaky Cauldron from film 3, have a photo outside Third Hand book emporium. See the bridge which is destroyed by Death Eaters from film 6.

Follow Harry’s complete flight (film 5) along the River Thames on his broomstick. See Grimmauld Place (yes it does exist if you know where to look. No moving houses though) See where Harry actually disappears at Kings Cross Station Platform 9 ¾ . See photos taken by your guide of the PROPS used in the station .

Then it’s off to get a picture under the sign 9 ¾. See where Harry and Ron steal the flying car from. Take a photo inside the train station used for exiting to the Ministry of Magic, then walk the footsteps of Harry and Mr Weasley to the Ministry of Magic. See where Ron spies on the ministry and that Victorian Toilet Your expert Harry guide will take you to all of these sites and more. On route there is time to ask many questions regarding the films, there is even a small quiz to keep you on your toes. We will add in all the scenes from film 7 parts 1 and 2. We also show you places from earlier films that ended up on the cutting room floor. As if this was not enough we have added some secret places, items and surprises that you will love.

At the end of the tour you have time to purchase genuine Harry Potter merchandise from your guide. This is a great unique fun tour for all the family.

Oxford, Blenheim Palace & Harry Potter’s London

We drive from your hotel to Oxford and here we wander around Hogwart’s Hospital, the Great Hall and Library that Harry sneaks into at night. Then we move on to Blenheim Palace, the ancestral home of Winston Churchill, before returning to London in the afternoon to Diagon Alley and the other delights of Harry Potter’s London! Visit Gringots Bank (outside only) walk over the Knight Bus bridge. Walk the avenue to the Leaky Cauldron (film 1) Stand at the entrance to the Leaky Cauldron from film 3,have a photo outside Third Hand Book Emporium. See the bridge which is destroyed b y Death Eaters from film 6. Follow Harry’s complete flight (film 5) along the River Thames on his broomstick. See Grimmauld Place (yes it does exist if you know where to look. No moving houses though)  Then its off to get a picture under the sign 9 ¾. See where Harry and Ron steal the flying car from. Take a photo inside the train station by the Ministry of Magic, then walk the footsteps of Harry and Mr Weasley to the Ministry. Your expert Harry guide will take you to all these sites and more. On route there is time to ask many questions regarding the films, there is even a small quiz to keep you on your toes. Only on this tour. We will add in all the scenes from film 7 PART 1 AND FROM PART 2 AS WELL. We also show you places from earlier films that ended up on the cutting room floor. As if this was not enough we have added some secret places, items and surprises that you will love.

Lacock Abbey & Harry Potter’s London

We travel from London to the little picturesque village of Lacock, and to Lacock Abbey. Here you can loose yourself as you imagine you are in the corridors, classrooms and grounds of Hogwarts. We lunch in Lacock, in old English pub, and return to London in the afternoon to Diagon Alley and the other delights of Harry Potter’s London!

Visit Gringots Bank (outside only) walk over the Knight Bus bridge. Walk the avenue to the Leaky Cauldron (film 1) Stand at the entrance to the Leaky Cauldron from film 3,have a photo outside Third Hand Book Emporium. See the bridge which is destroyed b y Death Eaters from film 6. Follow Harry’s complete flight (film 5) along the River Thames on his broomstick. See Grimmauld Place (yes it does exist if you know where to look. No moving houses though)  Then its off to get a picture under the sign 9 ¾. See where Harry and Ron steal the flying car from. Take a photo inside the train station by the Ministry of Magic, then walk the footsteps of Harry and Mr Weasley to the Ministry. Your expert Harry guide will take you to all these sites and more. On route there is time to ask many questions regarding the films, there is even a small quiz to keep you on your toes. Only on this tour. We will add in all the scenes from film 7 PART 1 AND FROM PART 2 AS WELL. We also show you places from earlier films that ended up on the cutting room floor. As if this was not enough we have added some secret places, items and surprises that you will love.

STONEHENGE and HARRY POTTER’S OXFORD

This is a Taxi tour you can take into Harry Potterland and get a result. We start by driving through London and out to the ancient site of Stonehenge Throughout history many archaeologists and antiquarians have visited Stonehenge to try and satisfy this monumental mystery. Whether this mystery will ever be solved, Stonehenge draws visitors from all over the world. The breathtaking prehistoric monument located near Salisbury Wiltshire stands as strong today as it did 3500 years ago.

Stonehenge started as an early form of henge monument, built around 5,000 years ago, where prehistoric people buried their cremated dead. Later, the enormous sarsens and smaller bluestones were set up in the centre. Stonehenge was built in three phases with a time span of 1500 years. Consisting of over 30 million hours of labour.

There is also evidence at the construction site that it could actually date back as far as 6500 years. Leaving Stonehenge and its mysteries behind us we travel to Oxford, the city of dreaming spires. We discover the university and its colleges and also Harry Potter. See where the students ascend the stairs to the Dining Room. See the where Harry and Ron come face to face with Argus Filch and Mrs Norris. Visit the Hogwarts infirmary, and the Music room as well as getting a glimpse of Hogwarts Library. See where Mad eye Moody appears and turns Malfoy into a ferret and that tree he was sitting is there just for you to take photos of.  Moaning Myrtle will make an appearance as we wander around and we will finish off with Harry being welcomed back to health by Hermione and Ron.

Lunch in a 300 year old pub used by Tolkien and CS Lewis. We return to London late afternoon.

Stonehenge, Avebury and Harry Potter’s Hogwarts School Tour

We leave London and head for the ancient site of Stonehenge. Throughout history many archaeologists and antiquarians have visited Stonehenge to try and satisfy this monumental mystery. Whether this mystery will ever be solved, Stonehenge draws visitors from all over the world. The breathtaking prehistoric monument located near Salisbury Wiltshire stands as strong today as it did 3500 years ago.
Stonehenge started as an early form of henge monument, built around 5,000 years ago, where prehistoric people buried their cremated dead. Later, the enormous sarsens and smaller bluestones were set up in the centre.

Stonehenge was built in three phases with a time span of 1500 years. Consisting of over 30 million hours of labour. There is also evidence at the construction site that it could actually date back as far as 6500 years. After viewing  Stonehenge we head off to Avebury village

At the heart of pre-historic Avebury is the henge. Compared with other henges it is massive and though erosion and vandalism have reduced it considerably it still remains an impressive spectacle. Its construction was spread over several centuries beginning about 3000 BC when the Cove and the earliest stage of the Sanctuary were built. It would be another 600 years before the final form was achieved when the avenues were added about 2400 BC. It has been calculated that the area occupied by the stone circle at Stonehenge would fit into the outer stone circle at Avebury around 130 times. This gives some idea of how vast the Avebury actually is .Our village tour completed we head off cross country to the little village of Lacock and Harry Potter(and lunch).

For those of you that are true Harry fans this is the tour for you … Lacock village. Here you can lose yourself as you imagine you are in the corridors, classrooms and grounds of Hogwarts.  We see Professor  Slughorns  house, the original Godrics Hollow and several of the classrooms from the Harry Potter film series. We lunch in an old English pub before returning to London.

Harry Potter, Gloucester and Lacock

Leaving London we travel to Gloucester Cathedral. The church has over 900 years of history to offer you as well as being in three of the Harry potter films. The church has been a place of Christian worship continuously for over 1300 years, since Osric, an Anglo-Saxon prince, founded a religious house here in 678-9 AD.  At the time of the Norman Conquest in 1066, the monastery was not thriving and in 1072 King William I appointed Serlo, a monk from Mont St Michel in Normandy to be its Abbot. in 1089 he was able to start building the magnificent abbey church which so impresses the visitor today.

In 1216, Henry III, who had succeeded to the throne at the age of only nine, was crowned here. Most importantly for the subsequent history of this place, in 1327, King Edward II who had died in Berkeley Castle (in suspicious and, traditionally, gruesome circumstances) was buried here. A monument was erected over the tomb of the dead king.

We shall stroll this magnificent church to find out its history and to find Harry Potter. Walking the corridors and cloisters of the church finding out about scenes that were shot in The Philosophers Stone, Chamber of Secrets and The Half Blood Prince. We have several scenes to bring to life for you here which include Moaning Mrtyle, Mrs Morris, the troll and the writing on the wall, oh and don’t forget spiders. Plus as with all our tours there are some other scenes that we have kept secret which will be revealed on the day.
Leaving Gloucester we head off to the wonderful village of Lacock.

Set in rural Wiltshire, the village is famous for its picturesque streets, historic buildings and more recently as a TV and film location.

The Abbey, located at the heart of the village within its own woodland grounds, is a quirky country house of various architectural styles, built upon the foundations of a former nunnery.  The museum celebrates the achievements of former Lacock resident, William Henry Fox Talbot, famous for his contributions to the invention of photography.

Exploring this wonderful village we shall come across Godric’s Hollow, Professor Slughorns house. Then there are some of the classrooms and corridors  of  Hogwarts to visit.  This is a great family fun day out with lots of surprises and extra scenes to tell you about during the day.

The Ultimate Downton Abbey Tour

Downton Abbey; The TV series, the movie & now the TOUR….

Discover the countryside filming sites on our ‘Downton Abbey Experience” In the most iconic form of London transport: a Black Taxi. As your private driver/ guide drives, learn about the lives of the fictional Crawley family from the hit TV series, and hear about Britain’s present-day aristocracy, too. This must-do tour, inspired by the programme and film is the ultimate Downton fans dream tour. Not only is your guide a professionally registered tour guide, they are also Downton Abbey experts. As with all our Downton Abbey tours your day starts when your  guide collects you from your hotel and drives you out into the Oxfordshire countryside.

The star attraction of the morning will be visiting the Cotswold village that became the village of Downton. Your Guide will give you a  tour of the village, where you will see the exteriors of familiar sites such as Downton hospital, 2 village pubs, the former home of Matthew Crawley, The fairground area, war memorial site, plus many more locations, including  the local church, where all the weddings and funerals took place. We will visit inside the church (providing the church has no services on) There will be time for you to explore the village for yourself as well.

Then travelling cross country, with a lunch stop on the way we head for the highlight of the day, the Crème de la crème ( the best of the best) of family homes; Highclere Castle.

The castle estate dates  back to Anglo Saxon England in the year 749. Fast forward 1093 years to 1842 and Sir Charles Barry, (he designed the Houses of Parliament,) transformed Highclere House into the present day Highclere Castle.

We will not have time to visit all 250 plus rooms in the Castle Saloon during our tour, but we will explore the main state rooms so familiar from “Downton Abbey”. You will see some of the bedrooms and living rooms that will be so familiar to you all. There is also the Egyptian Exhibition to explore, celebrating the 5th Earl of Carnarvon’s discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun.

Besides the castle rooms and exhibition, there will be time to see the gardens,  and of course the souvenir shop, before we head back to London.

If you like Downton Abbey, you will love this tour.

This tour does not run all year please check the Highclere Castle website for availability.

Entry to the castle is not included in the tour price, please purchase your tickets online. Please check availability for the tour by using our booking form before purchasing your tickets.  If you have a problem obtaining them please do contact us.

DISCLAIMER: This tour is an unlicensed and unauthorised tour of sites featured in the television series ‘Downton Abbey’ produced by Carnival Film and Television and NBCUniversal International Limited. See More Taxi Tours and this tour does not have any association with, or connection to, the television series ‘Downton Abbey’, Carnival Film and Television or NBCUniversal International Limited.

Highland Experience Tour

A must see when on holiday in Scotland is the breathtaking scenery of the Scottish Highlands.

This tour takes in Doune Castle. Besides being a great place to visit it has also been a location used in many famous films, such as the Legendary and hilarious Monty Python’s Holy Grail. The epic Saga Game of Thrones and not to forget the Netflix smash Outlander.

This is followed by a short drive and stop at Killin- Falls of Dochart Waterfalls. the stunning scenery here and breathtaking views make marvelous photos and memories. Wew also visit Glen Etive – filming location in the James Bond film Skyfall. Then it is ontoLake Etive  Loch Etive is a sea loch in Argyll and Bute.. It reaches the sea at Connel, near the north of Oban. Its depth varies greatly, up to a maximum of 150 metres.

Leaving the Loch we turn our attention to Pitlochry. This is without question one of Scotland’s most beautiful and vibrant places to visit. Situated in the heart of Scotland, Pitlochry offers the visitor real hospitality, clear sparkling air, beautiful scenery, together with rich clan history.

Our last visit is to Glencoe.  Located within the  Lochaber Geopark in the Highlands, the deep valley and towering mountains of Glen Coe were carved out centuries ago by icy glaciers and volcanic explosions. The village is picturesquely located between the banks of Loch Leven and the mouth of the famous glen. It is no wonder that it is known as the Outdoor Capital of the UK.

8 hour tour:  up to 6 people: £699.00 per taxi not per tour.

Harry Potter in Scotland

Check out these hidden gems on our Inspiration locations for Harry Potter. Find JKs hand print in full view for people to see, but don’t.

Then there is the small door that might have been the influence for the Dobbie character.

The real inspiration for Diagon Alley Cafe where she wrote the books

See what gave KJ the idea for Professor McGonagall

Visit where J.K. found inspiration for Harry’s surname and the inspiration for one of the battles

Tom Riddles Graveyard

Tombstone of Lord Voldemort

Inspiration for Hogwarts

Balmoral Hotel and the exact room where JK wrote the final book

Outlander film Locations

All About The Ultimate Outlander Tour

Let us transport you back to Scotland in 1743 for The Ultimate Outlander Tour.One of our most popular tours.We will visit  stunning filming locations irom the hit television series. A too good to miss experience for outlander fans. Highlights include

• Hopetoun house – duke of sandringhams stately home.
• Midhope Castle -Lallybroch
• Blackness Castle – Fort William
• Linlithgow Palace – wentworth prison
• Falkland – Inverness
• Doune Castle – Castle leoch
• Culross – Village of cranesmuir/ Claire’s herb garden
• Aberdour Castle – monastery
• Dysart harbour – french port Le Havre

There are 4 additional sites in Edinburgh which can be added

• Craigmiller Castle-Ardsmuir prison
• Tweeddale Close – market scenes
• Bakehouse Close – Jamie’s printshop
• Signet library – interior of governors mansion in Jamaica
• 8 hour tour
• up to 6 people £499.00 per taxi not per person.

Tour 1

£499.00

Only £56 per person if 6 Passengers
Minimum 8 hour tour

Visit The Following Filming Locations

• Lallybroch
• Fort William HQ
• Wentworth Prison
• Castle Leoch
• Village of Cranesmuir / Claire’s Herb
• Garden
• Inverness
• Monastery
• French Port Le Havre
• Duke of Sandringhams Stately Home

Tour 2

£399.00

6 Passengers
6 hour tour

Visit The Following Filming Locations

• Lallybroch
• Fort William HQ
• Wentworth Prison
• Castle Leoch
• Duke of Sandringhams Stately Home

Tour 3

£399.00

6 Passengers
6 hour tour

Visit The Following Filming Locations

• Lallybroch
• Village of Cranesmuir / Claire’s Herb Garden
• Inverness
• French Port Le Havre
• Duke of Sandringhams Stately Home

Tour 4

£299.00

6 Passengers

Visit The Following Filming Locations

• Visit The Following Filming Locations
• Carfax Close – Alexander Malcolm’s Print Shop
• Tweeddale Court – 18th Century Edinburgh street
• Ardsmuir Prison
• Preston Mill & Phantassie Doocot
• Glencorse Old Kirk

Tour 5

£699.00

6 Passengers
12 hour tour

Visit The Following Filming Locations

• Tulloch Ghru
• Craigh na Dun
• Culloden Battlefield
• Highland folk Museum

Bespoke Tour

Build Your Own Outlander Tour

We are experts at putting itinerary’s together for our clients

We can tailor any tour to any budget.

Edinburgh’s Best Ghost Tour by Taxi

This family fun tour will take you around one of the most haunted cities in the world. Together with your guide you will seek out Ghosts, Ghouls, Gruesome murder and mayhem on every street corner. Plus, for the kids, we will leave in all the gory gooey bits in!!

This tour comes with a ….
FUN WARNING

Please count the number of people in your party each time you leave and return to the Taxi as we have collected the odd spirit from time to time on this tour.

In fact during the tour your guide will tell you the story of the Old Lady ghost that has travelled in thousands of Edinburgh Taxis for the past 100 years (and never paid the fare).

As he drives you through the dimly lit streets he will tell you stories of Edinburgh’s murky past. Stories of torture, witchcraft, murder, ghosts and ghouls. Hear about the  Edinburgh Mob as you stand by the side of the Mercat Cross. There are underground vaults and tunnels to see and ghost stories to listen to. We would tell you more but that would spoil the surprises. At the end of the tour why not have a dram of Scotch whisky to calm your nerves.

This tour is a family friendly tour. Taxis are supplied by the Ghostly Edinburgh Taxi Company taking you on a guided Tour that is fun, fascinating, spooky, scary, and the best family fun filled experience you will have.

All Day Edinburgh Experience

Explore Edinburgh for the whole day in an iconic London taxi with a qualified tour guide. See all the major Edinburgh sites and a lot more. This is a family friendly tour, with lots of photo stops, in the comfort of your own private tour vehicle.

Explore Edinburgh for the whole day in an iconic London taxi with a qualified tour guide. See all the major Edinburgh sites and a lot more. This is a family friendly tour, with lots of photo stops, in the comfort of your own private tour vehicle.

Visit the village where Robert Louis Stevenson played as a boy. See the places that became his inspiration in his novels. Take photographs of The Forth Rail Bridge and the remains of the Roman Fort at Cramond. Hear about Sir George MacRae and the professional footballers who joined his battalion to fight on the Somme.

See Edinburgh Castle. Your Guide will explain the great history of the Castle to you before allowing you to stroll around inside the Castle (entrance fee extra). The Grand Old Duke of York, find out why the Royal Mile got its name, hear about the wizard Major Weir the notorious Deacon Brodie, the beautiful Lady Stair and the tragic Mary Queen of Scots. Visit the scene of the Begbie murder and the Porteous Riot.

Visit the site of public executions. Hear the chilling story of Burke and Hare murderers but known as grave robbers, Half Hangit Maggie Dickson and the Greyfriars Bobby.Tour the World Heritage site find out the need for a new town and its influence. The Disruption of the Church and the formation of the Free Church the characters Earl Haig, Henry Melville, Henry Brougham, James Clerk Maxwell, Sir Nigel Gresley. Take a photo outside the school were James Bond attended and where Sean Connery delivered the milk.

Hear the intriguing story of the Moor of Morrocco and the tragic story of James MacIvor. Learn about David Hume philosopher Adam Smith economist, Elsie Inglis nursing pioneer find out why Britannia was on British coins up to decimalisation and who was she. James Braidwood fire fighter who started London Fire Brigade Characters George Heriot, Peter Williamson (Indian Peter) Lord Monboddo. Why is a gun fired every day (except Sunday) at one oclock. Visit the place that became the inspiration for Treasure Island. Hear About Deacon Brodie inspiration for Dr. Jekll & Mr Hyde.Find out why the Town Council built a church to block view of Sir Walter Scott’s vision for schooling. See the Macia Blaine School for Girls as in film The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and of course the places that J.K.Rowling lived, worked and wrote Harry Potter are a must to see.

Lunch in a 300 year old pub (own expense).

Edinburgh’s Hidden Treasures

Highlights

• Wander the grounds of Edinburgh Castle
• Enjoy photo stops all around the city
• Hear about the history of Edinburgh from an expert
• See places other tourists never get to see

Explore Edinburgh in an iconic London taxi with a qualified tour guide. This is a family-friendly tour, with lots of photo stops, all in the comfort of your own private tour vehicle. See a Queen’s castle, visit the site of a witches well, this tour has something for everyone to see. Settle back into the comfort of your own private taxi, and your driver/ guide will show and explain Edinburgh to you. Not only the major sites, this tour will wind down alley’s and avenues stopping and showing you places other tourists never get to see. See (exterior only) and learn about the history of Edinburgh Castle, visit the site of public executions and hear the chilling story of Burke and Hare, the famous murderers known as grave robbers. Listen to stories about Half Hangit Maggie Dickson and the Greyfriars Bobby, The Grand Old Duke of York. Follow in the footsteps of the rich, the famous and learn the history of Scotch whisky.

This tour Includes the following

• Full professional services of your registered guide
• Full live commentary by your guide
• Photo stops at all the major attractions
• Complimentary drinks (water)
• Pick-up from your central Edinburgh hotel
• Return to your central Edinburgh hotel

Edinburgh Highlights

Explore Edinburgh in an Ionic London Taxi with qualified tour guide. This is a family friendly tour, with lots of photo stops, all in the comfort of your own private tour vehicle.

From a Queen’s castle to a witch’s  well, this tour has something for everyone to see.  The moment you settle back into the taxi your driver/ guide is there to show and explain Edinburgh to you.
See (exterior only) and learn about the history of Edinburgh Castle. Visit the site of public executions. Hear the chilling story of Burke and Hare, the famous murderers, but they were known as grave robbers. Listen to stories about Half Hangit Maggie Dickson and the Greyfriars Bobby The Grand Old Duke of York, find out why the Royal Mile got its name, hear about the wizard Major Weir the notorious Deacon Brodie, the beautiful Lady Stair and the tragic Mary Queen of Scots. Follow in the footsteps of the famous, the rich, finding out about the history of Edinburgh, the monuments, the ghosts, the witches and of course about Scots whisky.

See the National War Memorial. Hear the story of Mons Meg, of Robert the Bruce, William Wallace, and the Gordon Highlanders

Windsor Castle & Hampton Court Palace VIP Black Taxi Tour

Visit Windsor Castle, wander through the streets of Eton.  Have a private VIP tour of Hampton Court Palace with one of our Expert Guides.

This is a fascinating family day out, suitable for all ages which everyone will love.

Collecting you from your central London Hotel sit back in style and let your driver / Guide take you on the most memorable tour of your holiday.

Leaving central London it is a short drive to Windsor Castle.

Stopping in Windsor we visit the world’s largest fully occupied castle. Home to Monarchs for a 1000 years. Your guide will explain the history of the castle, from the Motte and Bailey original built by William the Conquer to the present day. You will see a small area of Windsor.

You will visit the Castle (entry fees apply) and the State Rooms, (when available) viewing the treasures in each room, including art by Rembrandt. Visit St Georges Chapel, (except Sundays). See the tombs of Charles I, George III, Jane Seymour and Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth II. The pomp and circumstance of the Royal world will unfold before you. The King spends most weekends at Windsor Castle and it is his official residence for a month over Easter, known as ‘Easter Court’

No trip to Windsor is complete without following the route of the Royal Wedding Processions and that is exactly how you will leave the area driving through the streets in the footsteps of the Royals.

Leaving Eton and Windsor behind we drive through old Windsor and Windsor Great Park to the one-time island of Runnymede, where in 1215 King John sealed the Magna Carta. We stop here for photos.

From Runnymede we travel cross country and have lunch in a traditional English Pub (own expense) Then it is on to Hampton Court Palace and your VIP Tour.

You will explore Henry VIII’s magnificent palace with one of 4 Expert Lady Guides, handpicked for their expertise in art and history of the Palace.

This famous original Tudor palace was begun by Cardinal Wolsey in 1514, but later taken over by Henry VIII, who brought all his six wives here, (not all at the same time though!). Here you will be met by another one of our expert Guides, a lady this time, who will take you on a private VIP tour of the Palace. The tour will take you through the Tudor State Apartments and the famous Tudor kitchens. Highlights include the Great Hall, the Chapel, the Tudor Garden, Edward VI’s Nursery and the gallery haunted by Queen Catherine Howard.

Hampton Court is the ultimate royal pleasure palace, embodying an indulgent and grandiose lifestyle. Its many rooms chart Henry’s decline from fit young warrior to bloated womaniser, and they tell the vivid stories of the ladies who became his queens.

Later, King William III and Queen Mary II commissioned Sir Christopher Wren to rebuild the palace, demolishing half of the red brick Tudor building and replacing it with exquisite Baroque architecture, making Hampton Court one of the most unique palaces in the world. Your guide will unveil an abundance of art, history and anecdotes that bring Hampton Court to life and you will be given special insights, not usually found by the public, as you walk the corridors of royal power and pleasure.

At the end of the tour your driver guide will return you to your Central London Hotel. There is no question that during your tour day you would have been treated like royalty yourselves.

Bath

“Fine balls, fine concerts, fine buildings and springs
Fine walks and fine views and a thousand fine things
Not to mention the sweet situation and air
What place, my dear mother, with Bath can compare” quote from a poem by Christopher Anstey

The Romans found the fine waters of Bath refreshing over 2000 years ago.  The city was revived by Georgian society in the 18th century. As Mrs Piozzi enthused in 1788, there was no place ‘where one lives so well for so little Money, no Place where so many Beauties meet, no Place where there are such Combinations of Gayety and such Opportunities of Snugness’.Bath is set in the rolling countryside of southwest England. The city has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Once here you will be able to explore, with your guide, the Roman baths, Bath Abbey, Pultney Bridge, Royal Cresent plus much more. Bath’s wonderful honey coloured Georgian architecture is straight from a Jane Austen novel (well she did live here for a few years)

Promenading, was a popular pastime for Baths wealthy  Georgian population so we will follow in their footsteps as we promenade around. See where jane Austin, lived, or were Gainsborough entertained. Besides its history your guide will show you film locations from several famous movies shot in Bath. Plus the city is not without its Rock n Roll and you will hear stories of which famous star died in Bath and which famous Pop Star prospered by this.

– there will also be time for some shopping in the antique and craft shops!

Stonehenge

Your tour begins with an early rise to get to Stonehenge for 9.30am We visit the most important pre-historic monument in Britain, Stonehenge.

Once at Stonehenge we can walk in the footsteps of our Neolithic ancestors. The site has become one of the best-known prehistoric monuments in Europe. We have a good look around the ancient landscape, there is even time to step inside Neolithic Houses. Here you can discover the tools and objects of everyday Neolithic life. There will also be time to visit the exhibition and visitor centre, which houses over 250 ancient objects. You will also come face to face with a 5,500 year-old man.

Besides all of this we will of course explore the stones and walk around the outer roped off outer circle to see them and get photos. You will be able to chat to you guide who will be only too pleased to discuss the theories of how they got there and what they are doing there.

Extra Options

1. Avebury

Avebury henge and stone circles are not very far from our first stop and a real must to see attraction. Built roughly around 2850 BC, the henge survives as a huge monument encircling an area that includes part of Avebury village. The henge has the largest stone circle in Britain, which in turn encloses two smaller stone circles. It is here that you can wander the stones and explore the village, visiting Avebury Manor and Garden plus the Alexander Keiller Museum.

2. Bradford upon Avon

Ask anyone who lives in this village and they will tell you that the nickname for this town is “Beautiful Bradford” and we agree Set perfectly in the Avon Valley, it is a unique combination of river, canal and architecture all rolled into one. It’s no surprise that this place has drawn people through the ages.
Stroll through the town with your guide and you will be walking through time. Your guide will help you wander and wonder, by telling you its fascinating history The town has for the past 2000 years had inhabitants, all of them leaving their mark for you to see. They have included the Romans, Saxons, Normans, Georgians and Victorians. Each group has created a chapter in Bradford on Avon’s remarkable history. You will love it!

3. Bowood House

This beautiful 18th-century manor is nestled in the Wiltshire countryside. On arrival, explore the house (own expense), and admire the Georgian architecture and plush furnishings you find. Discover historical artefacts and heirlooms including Queen Victoria’s wedding chair and Napoleon’s death mask, and learn of the Marquis and Marchioness of Lansdowne — the ancestral owners. Delve into the gardens, widely considered among the finest in England, and stroll across the sweeping lawns to the peaceful lake at the bottom. Discover hedgerows and flowerbeds laid out by Capability Brown — a famous British landscape gardener — and capture the pretty views on camera.

4. Salisbury

Also known as ‘the city in the countryside’, Salisbury is surrounded by a landscape of wonder. The Spire of Salisbury reaches up into the skyline and can seen from all around the city. Your guide will escort you around the church and the chapter house, where you will find the best preserved of the four original Magna Carta manuscripts dating from 1215AD. There are timbered buildings, historic houses, this medieval city has something for everyone and your guide will know the best places to take you to and explain Salisbury in detail to you.

5. Bath

From Stonehenge we drive onto Bath, a Roman city that was revived by Georgian society in the 18th century,. The town has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Bath is set in the rolling countryside of southwest England. Once here you will be able to explore the Roman baths, Bath Abbey, and Pultney Bridge – there will also be time for some shopping in the antique and craft shops!

PRICING

Tour price Stonehenge and any one option £699.00 per taxi up to 6people

Stratford upon Avon

Leaving your hotel early in the morning we drive through London, seeing several Shakespeare locations before we leave. We drive into the beautiful rural Warwickshire countryside, arriving at Stratford-upon-Avon, which nestles on the banks of the River Avon. Welcome to the birthplace of William Shakespeare, a city steeped in culture and history. Your guide will spend the day explaining the buildings, houses, Churches as you walk in the footsteps of the world’s greatest poet and writer.

Get a taste and feel of Ye Olde England as you  visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Mary Arden’s House,  Halls Croft plus Nash’s House & New Place. Don’t worry, there is more a lot more but that will be a surprise. Before you leave you will visit Shakespeare’s final resting place.

Returning towards London, after lunch, you have the option of visiting one of the following; as we travel through the picturesque Cotswold Villages, we can stop in Oxford,(oldest university city) or we can visit Blenheim Palace (ancestral home of Winston Churchill) There is always the mouth watering stop. Tea, warm Scones, Jam and Clotted cream in a beautiful Cotswold Village. The choice is yours on the day.

Oxford

Leaving London we head out into the Oxfordshire countryside to arrive at Oxford, the “City of Dreaming Spires,” midmorning. This ancient city boasts over one thousand listed buildings from every major period of British history from the 11th century onwards. As we explore the city you will find that it is an enchanted fairy tale area, full of mystery and wonder. No wonder Oxford has inspired famous writers and film makers over the years.

Your guide will show you the city and you will see the major attractions, such as the University of Oxford (which has 38 colleges) Bodleian Library. If you wish we will visit Carfax Tower which is located at the north-west corner of Carfax. The Tower is all that remains of the 13th century St. Martin’s Church and is now considered to be the centre of the city. The name “Carfax” derives from the French “carrefour”, or “crossroads”. You Guide will explain that and more to you as you pass each landmark and of course take lots of photographs.

Why not climb to the top of the spire at St Mary the Virgin Church. This is the largest of Oxford’s parish churches. St Mary’s has one of the most beautiful spires in England and a very eccentric baroque porch. If you do climb to the top you will see fantastic views across this historic university city. Your guide will also show you such places as Radcliffe Square, the Radcliffe Camera, Brasenose College and All Souls College.

There is so much to see in the city, but don’t take our word for it come and take the tour and see for yourself. Once we have completed our few hours in Oxford it is off into the Cotswolds to have lunch lunch in a 300 year old British Pub After lunch we then drive on to the churchyard at Bladon where Winston Churchill is buried. Just a short drive here sees us arriving at Blenheim Palace. This is the home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and birthplace of Winston Churchill. Blenheim Palace was built between 1705-1722 to celebrate victory over the French in the War of the Spanish Succession.

It was built as a gift to the 1st Duke of Marlborough, John Churchill, the military commander who led the Allied forces in the Battle of Blenheim on 13th August 1704. Blenheim boasts over 2,100 acres of parkland landscaped by Capability Brown. Besides the gardens we will visit the state rooms and the 183 foot long library which contains 10,000 volumes and a manual Willis organ.

During the tour you will see where Sir Winston Churchill proposed to Clementine Hozier in the Temple of Diana. Your guide will explain how Blenheim Palace was used as a convalescence hospital for wounded soldiers during WWI. Plus how James Bond has used the building as a backdrop, plus a lot more.

Pricing

£699.00 per taxi not per person up to 5 people

OPTIONS

This tour allows you to have different options so you can select one of the following :

Oxford & Waddesdon Manor £699.00

Waddeden Manor was built in the style of a 16th century French Renaissance-style château of the Loire, for the Rothchild ( famous bankers) family.  Magnificent rooms together with art and furniture collections. So beautiful it has been used as a location in over 30 films.

Oxford & the Cotswolds Villages £699.00

The Cotswold Villages are a must to see. Thatched cottages, winding country roads and picture postcard scenes to see, a great add on.

Oxford & Bowood House £799.00

In our opinion, the best stately home in Wiltshire, Bowood House sits within 100 acres of beautifully landscaped ‘Capability’ Brown Parkland and has been home to the Lansdowne family since 1754.

Oxford & Sulgrave Manor £799..00

“ENGLAND AND AMERICA ARE TWO COUNTRIES SEPERATED BY A COMMON LANGUAGE”

Sulgrave Manor was built by Lawrence Washington, George Washingto

Oxford & Bicester Outlet Shopping Centre £699.00

Oxford, the “City of Dreaming Spires” with its University buildings and unique history.  Your guide will explore the city with you explaining all, just as the information above. Lunch will be in the Cotswolds, before driving to Bicester Village for shopping therapy.

Discover a relaxed shopping complex in the middle of the Oxfordshire countryside. Famous designer names offering fabulously discounted prices. Shopping is a pleasure at Bicester Village, a truly unique retail experience. Over 90 outlets, so you will be spoilt for choice.

The Crown; Film & Fact. London locations

The pomp and circumstance the pageantry & the Film Locations

The crown Netflix series has reached millions of viewers and its appeal continues to grow.  Filming has taken place at locations throughout London and Britain. Join our Registered Professional Tour Guide *** and explore the film locations in London (4hour tour) or spend the whole day and visit locations in the English countryside.

Find out about the Actors and the Real Royal Family. Visit Stately Homes, Churches, and Castles throughout the countryside that became locations. This tour is where fact and fiction meet. Being met by your guide at your hotel you will be treated as Royalty for the duration of your tour.Our tour will take us all round London Driving past the sites of this majestic city.

On route we will hear the story of the monarchy and how they have ruled this country. Getting photographs of statues like Henry VIII, Alfred the Great, memorials to Diana, Prince Albert, George VI (Kings Speech) and Elizabeth his wife. Marvel at the homes and Palaces that the royals have lived in and those they still do.

There have been many films devoted to the Royal family, none so popular as The Crown.

The television series follows the Life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Phillip Duke of Edinburgh. During this tour we will mix and match history with Film location sites.

You will see the filming locations used for Clarence House, plus The Ambassador’s Dinner where Princess Margaret created quite a stir. Your guide will show you how London cleverly doubles up as Australia.
Kate and William, Diana, Charles and Camilla, Harry and Meghan we shall see and hear stories and all the gossip of these fascinating modern royal couples.

Changing the guard, how did this ceremony start? We shall find out. Why does the Queen have 2 birthdays? Where is the Court of St James’s? What is the Privy Purse or the Lord Chamberlain, Treasurer or Master of the Household? We shall answer all these questions and more.

Kings and Queens have taken part in Public Ceremonial events, which have served to emphasise the Monarchy and to make them more visible to their subjects. Touching for the Kings evil, the State Opening of Parliament, the Maundy ceremony and the annual procession and service of the Order of the Garter, All these ceremonies devised centuries ago, but you will find out their true meaning and the types of regalia the Monarchy wears for each and every one.

State occasion mean State Coaches and we shall see them on this tour.

During the All Day Tour we will visit Greenwich, to explore the Royal Naval College and Hospital, both, designed by Sir Christopher Wren,  to see what these two structures were used for in the filming. We will also follow the history of these sites as the Monarchy has played a very part of their lives.

4 hour tour up to 6 people £399.00

This tour has 4 options

1. London Tour 4 hours £399.00 up to 6 people

2. All Day London

Lunch is even royal on this tour as we shall stop and eat in a building built in the reign of Elizabeth I (1562) and is still standing today. After lunch we carry on our Monarchy theme hearing and seeing more royal stories.

Lunch finished Eltham Palace is our next stop (all day tour only). This palace where tudor Architecture meets Art Deco features both in Films and has a wealth of History. In the Crown part of the palace became the  Queen’s quarters on the Royal Yacht Britannia, plus interiors for HMSS Queen Mary, together with scenes of the  Bermuda Government House. It also does in the second series.

Entrance Fees & Lunch NOT included

3.  London Tour & Ely Cathedral

Ely Cathedral, not far from Cambridge is one of Britain’s best designed churches in its style, grace and architecture. The current cathedral is over a thousand years old (1083 ) In the series its interior became Westminster Abbey. Scenes for the wedding of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip were shot there. Besides viewing the church and hearing and seeing the locations Ely Cathedral has a few other secrets as it was also used in the film Elizabeth: The Golden Age and The Other Boleyn Girl.

10 hour tour £699.00 up to 6 people

4.London & Waddesdon Manor.

This home was built in the style of a 16th century French Renaissance-style château of the Loire, for the Rothchild ( famous bankers) family. It is no stranger to films appearing in the Crown series, plus it has also been used in the film The Queen, starring Dame Helen Mirren and Downton Abbey ( see our VIP Downton Abbey Tours) In total Waddesdon has appeared in 21 films, 23 documentories, 76 Television shows, not to mention 16 adverts

10 hour tour £699.00 up to 6 people.

There are other locations in Gloucestershire, Surrey, Leicestershire, south east London and Salisbury, but we think we have chosen the best ones for you to see.
For clients in Scotland we have a full day tour around the Scottish countryside, that would visit the Ardverikie Estate to see the locations here.

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Book this private Crown themed tour with us and get an expert Guide to boot. Not only are our guides the font of all knowledge, but our main Guide for this tour, not only is an expert, he actually works for the Queen, so there is no one better to take you on this and other Royal Tours from our portfolio.

Downton Abbey in London

Yes, now you can see London “Downton” style. Be Lord or Lady Grantham for a few hours and let your Registered Tour Guide drive you around London showing you the sites of the great city and the film locations spots of Downton Abbey in London.

This spectacular series can come to life on this wonderful tour

Besides the film sites you will see how the rich would shop, relax, dine and live. See where lady Grantham would shop for clothes and visit the shops where Lord Grantham would purchase clothing for the Hunting weekends. Your tour will show you a London as you have never seen it before.

There are so many surprises on this this tour it is too good to miss. Follow the footsteps of the landed gentry and see the restaurants they would visit, the areas where they lived, and the Clubs they belonged to. During the tour see where Harold, the ‘maverick playboy’ son of Martha (Shirley MacLaine) and brother to Cora, played by Elizabeth McGovern, sat and enjoyed their London picnic.

Visit sites that were used in the first and second series, and Matthew Crawley’s work place. Stroll along the pathway where Lady Mary Lady Rosamund walk and talk and where did Anna visit to find out information about bates View the London family home (exterior only) and learn some secrets regarding the making of the series.

See the building that became Buckingham Palace, the registry office where Rose MacClare married Atticus Aldridge, the Grand Hotel Entrance plus the Embassy Club and the Lotus Club. This tour will show it all to you.

This tour will take you all over London showing you and your family a great time.

DISCLAIMER:
This tour is an unlicensed and unauthorised tour of sites featured in the television series ‘Downton Abbey’ produced by Carnival Film and Television and NBCUniversal International Limited. See More Taxi Tours and this tour does not have any association with, or connection to, the television series ‘Downton Abbey’, Carnival Film and Television or NBCUniversal International Limited.

James Bond & The Kingsman Film Locations

Your tour starts with your Registered Tour Guide /Taxi Driver collecting you from your hotel in an Iconic London Taxi just as the one used in the Kingsman. However we do offer a more sedate journey around London than that in the films of the Kingsman. This tour will combine the world of James Bond, The Kingsman and real spies and villains. During the 4 hour tour you will see Ian Flemings house, MI6, MI5.  plus HQ of the Kingsman  the real tailor shop in Savile Row, besides the Headquarters from the second film as well. The spot where  Hart meets  Professor Arnold and of course as you are in a Taxi we will make a special journey inside Hyde Park to the lake where the Taxi goes underwater. Mixing Bond and Hart together we will find their film location sites all around town. Not forgetting Bond having a Naval background  we shall see where his uniforms were made. Stand outside Blades Fencing Club, Le Circle Casino, The Hotel Europe, and lots more. Real spies play a big part of this tour as well. We shall see drop zones and meeting places, homes and offices of spies that lived and worked around London. We shall see just how close film spies and real spies worked. Visit the pub used in the Kingsman fight scene  “Manners maketh Man.”. Besides all of this, there is a wealth of Locations from both film series that we will stop at for photos and where your guide will explain from what Bond or Kingsman film they come from. We would tell you more, but it is a SECRET !!

Both hero’s dress in style so we will be visiting  as already said The Kingsman tailors but where Bond has his shirts made, his favourite  Cigar and cigarette shop, and of course where he would buy his suits and hats.

This is an unofficial, fun packed family friendly 4 hour tour, taking in the location  sites of London plus looking into the world of James Bond and The Kingsman along the way.

James Bond Countryside film Locations

Travelling out of London we enter the English countryside and head off into Buckinghampshire.

Stopping at several secret locations that featured in the Bond series of films, your guide will explain all and have some surprises to help you remember where and from what film location you are at.

We also head  into Oxfordshire and carry on with the fun of our secret locations tour. A selection of locations seen will incude the site of Tracy Di Vicenzo’s  grave, the spot where Bond meets Goldfinger and Odd Job  Where Bond arrives to spy on Spectre and the Shrublands Health Clinic from Thunderball plus a lot more.

Lunch itself can be taken in a Pub that was a Bond Film Location. However there are numerous other countryside pubs that offer a wealth of Food options and your guide will advise you on this.

As a family friendly tour we can adapt this tour to include countryside venues and sites for all the family not just the Bond fans. If this is requested we will venture into the Cotswold villages and view stately Homes and Palaces as well as Winston Churchill’s Burial site and a lot more (Remember it is all secret)

We will even see the studios (exteriors only) where the Bond films have all been made (old entrance)

Price  £799.00  per taxi 6 people  9 hour tour

This tour is a great day out but it does not stop here.

DISCLAIMER: Any James Bond Tours operated by See More Taxi Tours are not official events and not endorsed, sanctioned or in any other way supported, directly or indirectly by EON Productions, MGM, United Artists or Danjaq or other studios connected with films featured on this tour, nor The James Bond book publishers or the estate of Ian Fleming. All rights to the series of “James Bond” books are the property of the estate of Ian Fleming.

Harry Potter Film Locations in London

The Unrivalled, Unsurpassed, Taxi Tour of Harry Potter London Locations

 “Can we find all this in London,”

You can, if you know where to go.” 

 And we know exactly where to go.

Harry Potter’s London Black Taxi Tour

Visit the London film location sites used in the filming of  the Harry Potter series on this private, 4 hour tour of London. With your very own Registered Driver/guide chauffeuring you around by black cab.

Step inside the world of Harry Potter and leave the Muggles behind you. This is a Taxi tour you can take into Harry Potterland and get a result. Visit Gringotts Bank (exterior of main hall only) walk over the Knight Bus bridge. Walk the avenue to the Leaky Cauldron. Stand at the entrance to the Leaky Cauldron from film 3, have a photo outside Third Hand book emporium. See the bridge which is destroyed by Death Eaters  from film 6. and walk on it. Follow Harry’s complete flight (film 5) along the River Thames on his broomstick. See Grimmauld Place (yes it does exist if you know where to look. No moving houses though) See where Harry actually disappears at Kings Cross Station. (not just the photo stop) Then it’s off to get a picture where the original sign 9 ¾. Stood. See where Harry and Ron steal the flying car from. Take a photo inside the train station used for exiting to the Ministry of Magic. Walk the footsteps of Harry and Mr Weasley to the Ministry of Magic. See where Ron spies on the ministry. Your expert Harry guide will take you to all of these sites and more.

Mixed in with these sites, your guide will show you locations used during the making of Fantastic Beasts. The Crimes of Grindelwald, See which area was dressed to look like a French Market, see the church that was placed in the film by CGI. Follow in the footsteps of Newt Scamander on his way to meet Dumbledore, or stand in the same spot where Newt Apparates. This tour has something for everyone.

On route there is time to ask many questions regarding the films, there is even a small quiz to keep you on your toes. As if this was not enough we have added some secret places, items and surprises that you will love.

Imaging being able to see original Daily Prophet newspapers, Harry’s letters to attend Hogwarts school, or an original Maruaders map. Well now you can. Only on this tour can you stop at our secret Location where you can wander amounst  Harry Potter wonders. There are rooms  dedicated to featuring graphic art from the Harry Potter films, reproduced as limited edition art prints for sale. The extensive collection includes the renowned Marauder’s Map, The Daily Prophet newspapers and the bestseller Whomping Willow, presented alongside authentic film props on loan from the Warner Bros. Studio Tour in Leavesden. The selling-exhibit is a must-see for any real fan or design enthusiast!

Each piece of this collection has a story to offer and there will be an expert on hand to explain all things Potter to you as you go round.

4 hour tour £399.00 up to 6 people

_{Harry Potter London 5 hour tour £465.00 per taxi up to 6 people.}

DISCLAIMER: All of See More Taxi Tours tours of Harry Potter Film Locations covering anywhere in the United Kingdom is not an official ‘Harry Potter’ event and is not endorsed, sanctioned or in any other way supported, directly or indirectly by Warner Bros Entertainment Inc, the Harry Potter book publishers or J.K.Rowling and herrepresentatives. All rights along with trade marks to the series of “Harry Potter” books are the property of J.K. Rowling and her publishers including

Scholastic Press, et al. Film rights and image trademarks are the property of Warner Bros Entertainment Inc

Honeymooners Tour of London

Kate & William did it in Westminster Abbey, Charles and Diana, did it in St Paul’s, but you can do it all over London. Why not hire an Iconic London Taxi and have you and your wedding party drive around London  having your photos taken at all the major sites?

You can book the tour for your wedding day itself or for any day after the event. Be dressed in your wedding attire or just in casual clothes the choice is yours. Standing in front of Westminster Abbey,  or on Westminster bridge with Parliament behind you is no problem, or you may want the Eye, or St Pauls Cathedral.  Tower Bridge or the Tower of London make great back drops. There are endless places to choose from.

If you don’t have a photographer to take your snaps we can provide (at a small extra cost) a professional one to complete your day. This is a great fun tour for you and your guests after the service and before the reception or just to make your day different.

Besides our iconic Taxis, you may wish for a Classic Vintage Taxi or a stunning Rolls Royce and we can provide all of these.

Look no further for your truly unusual and amazing wedding day photo shoot.

Tour time 2 ½ hours
Cost £199.00 per taxi not per person

Our photographer. P.O.A.
Vintage Taxi or Rolls Royce P.O.A.

London in Depth

Pick an area in London and your guide will take you on an in depth tour (both driving and walking) around it explaining its history. Pick from the areas of; SOHO, CAMDEN, CLERKENWELL, MAYFAIR, BELGRAVIA, SOUTHWARK, HAMSTEAD, EAST END, CITY OF LONDON, WESTMINSTER, KENSINGTON, BAYSWATER.

Cost

£399 per taxi for up to 6 persons, 4 hour tour

Law & Order

Due to the success of the TV programme we are proud to introduce our own LAW AND ORDER tour. The tour is in two halves. During the first half we visit places made famous by notorious criminals, we learn the Metropolitan, City, Mounted, and River Police. We visit a Police museum and learn of sinister tales. Sometimes it is possible to visit inside a real Victorian prison cell ( it depends how bad you are). The second half of the tour concentrates on Legal London. We visit the areas occupied by the legal profession. You will learn about the English legal system and the peculiar practices of the legal profession. You will have a chance to see the Inns of Court (societies founded in the 14th century to train lawyers), the Royal Courts of Justice and the Old Bailey which is the most famous criminal court in the world.

Cost

£399 per taxi for up to 6 persons 4 hour tour

Famous London

Famous people have lived all over London. You will drive through many areas, including St. John’s Wood and Little Venice, where you will see the house where Paul McCartney lived with his glamorous girlfriend, actress Jane Asher, and on to see the legendary Abbey Road studios and crosswalk. Little Venice is home to many celebrities and on to Camden and Primrose Hill. This tour visits the homes of the famous both dead and alive so from Oscar Wilde to Eric Clapton this tour has something for everyone.

Cost

£399 per taxi for up to 6 persons 4 hour tour

Step-Back-in-Time Shopping

See how Londoners shopped 100 to 300 years ago. Visit an art shop that moved its175 year old interior from its original site to its new one, a bookshop with a 100 year old oak staircase, a Royal Barber’s, perfume shops that still make their own perfume and a male grooming company started in 1854. Purchase whisky from a shop that has its own label. Visit the Royal Hatters and order shoes from a company with a list of Royal warrants. See where Gentlemen of the day bought their shirts and where Churchill sat smoking his cigars. Visit Saville Row , home of hand made suits for gentlemen and then have coffee at an Italian restaurant that still supplies most of London with coffee from Italy. Visit the oldest tea shop in London plus bakers shops, fruit stores, butchers, and cheese stores all trading after hundreds of years in the same buildings.

Cost

£399 per taxi for up to 6 persons 4 hour tour

Shop Till You Drop

Ever wanted to go from one shop to the next without having to carry any of your parcels? Have you ever wanted an endless selection of shops to visit. Too good to be true. Oh no it isn’t!! We will take you on the shopping experience of a lifetime. Traveling out of London, we make our way towards Kent and stop at one of England’s most prestigious shopping mall’s, Bluewater. Indulge in the luxury of designer labels galore, and your guide will take all your purchases and store them for you so there is no need to carry anything – except your credit card! When finished with Bluewater we travel a few miles to our next shopping oasis, Lakeside. Here again you can purchase your merchandise and your guide will have it all stored for you. These shopping malls open at 10am and do not close until 10pm… YES, that’s right – 12 HOURS

Cost

£599 per taxi for up to 6 persons

Children’s Day Out

Antiques Galore

Are you interested in antiques, in trying to buy that piece of china or glass for a few pounds that is going to be worth thousands? Then this is the tour for you! Everyday, in and around London there are Antique Fairs taking place. See More Taxi Tours receives a listing of ALL Antiques- related events in Great Britain and we can arrange to guide you in and around London to these events, or take you further afield to hunt down those special purchases.

Cost:  Contact us directly to arrange this special tailor-made tour

The Good, The Bad, & The downright Ugly History of London

Miss this tour and you have missed London. This amazing tour exposes London to you, as it has never been shown before.

Leaving your hotel with our Registered Professional Driver/Guide you will be shown how London was the heartbeat of the Empire, the place where Monarchs were crowned, politicians lived and poverty raged all side by side. Your guide will bring to life everything from Victorian Gentlemen, craftsmen, painters, actors, Statesmen and scandal. They will bring you face to face with modern London as well.

When you look at a building in London you forget that there is 2000 years of history buried beneath each and every stone. This tour will venture into explaining London’s rich past. The old parts of Westminster, old Mayfair, the Ancient Roman City. Modern London, Knightsbridge and high end London, Its writers, its fashion, its crime and its punishment, together with the undiscovered and unexpected London.

As with all our tours this is a great family friendly experience.

London’s Dead

Tombstones & Cemetery’s, Body Snatchers, Sinister happenings, famous people, stars, actors prostitutes, murderers. Driving all over the city we look at London in a different light. This is a must for those who wish to hear about the unusual happenings of London, its people and its places. One thing you must remember is every person we speak about on this tour is DEAD.

Cost:  £399 per taxi for up to 6 persons 4 hour tour

Instagram’s Top 20 London Sites Tour

Love Instagram, then this tour is for you. We spend 4 hours touring London finding the best places for you to take photos that you can put on your Instagram page and increase your following.

4 hour tour  £399.00 up to 6 people

London at War: The Darkest Hour

Please don’t be put off by the somewhat gloomy title as this is a family fun tour of London seeing all the sights but also hearing the stories and seeing how London and the country coped during the War years.

The bombing raids at the start of 1940 were intended to crush the fight out of Britain, instead it inspired a new spirit in the population, the spirit of the BLITZ. We will drive through London and see the sites and remains of war torn London. See where the first bomb fell, view tunnels that became shelters for the masses, see where the secret underground government tunnels were located. You will hear stories of courage and endeavour. Follow Winston Churchill’s footsteps around London and learn how he became the powerful leader of the country. See where Eisenhower stayed whilst in England and view notable war memorials to men, women, children and animals.

Why not turn the tour into an all day adventure for the family.

Picking this option will allow your guide to take you to visit the Cabinet War Rooms and Imperial War Museum. The Imperial War Museum tells the stories of people’s experiences of war from the First World War to the present day. The impact of modern warfare on people and places can be seen in their large exhibits gallery which houses some of the most important weapons and vehicles of the twentieth century. Visiting the Churchill War Rooms we will discover the original Cabinet War Rooms, the wartime bunker that sheltered Churchill and his government during the Blitz. Experience the secret history that lives on underground. Your guide will tell you stories of those who worked underground as London was being bombed above them. We shall also find out more about the life and legacy of Winston Churchill.

Pricing

4 hour tour £399.00
All Day tour 8 hours £565.00

Ghosts Gangsters Gallows & Gory Bits

Winston Churchill: The man, the myth, the legend.

Well, the title says it all. This tour will look at all the aspects of Churchill’s life. See a selection of the 17 plus homes he lived in or owned. Sit in his favourite Cigar chair, find out where he had his famous hats made and of course have a sample of his favourite champagne. During the tour you will visit the Cabinet War Rooms. These buried tunnels and rooms are where Churchill directed the war from.

If you like Churchill you will love this tour.

£399.00 up to 6 people 4 hour tour

All day Tour (London) £565.00

All Day Tour London & Blenheim Palace. £699.00

British Icons Taxi Tour

This amazing 4 hour family tour will look in depth at the great British Icons that have helped shape our history over decades. Pick your favourite Icons and our expert history aficionado guides will show you their London. From Queen Victoria, to our present day Monarch there has been a wealth of people that have shaped history. Winston Churchill, Margaret Thatcher, John Wesley, Princess Diana, Florence Nightingale, plus a wealth of others we could go on and on but we don’t wish to spoil the surprises in store for you and your family on this tour.

£399.00 per taxi, not per person 4 hour tour

Up to 6 people

Music Icons Taxi Tour Jagger, Beatles, Mercury

This 4 hour tour will look in depth at the music Icons that have helped shape our music culture over decades. Pick your favourite Icons and our expert music aficionado guides will show you their London. From the music of Mozart to Glen Miller, Beatles, Queen, to Clapton, our guides can cover any Genre with ease. Hendrix, Amy Winehouse, Elvis Costello. We could go on and on but we don’t wish to spoil the surprises in store for you and your family on this tour.

Then there is the biggest music icon in the world, Elvis Presley. During the tour our guide will take you to our secret location where there is the only life size statue to the king. This is a great photo stop.

This family fun music tour is a must for any family who like music.

£399.00 per taxi, not per person   4 hour tour Up to 6 people

The Swinging 60’s Taxi Tour Extravaganza

A trip down memory lane to the swinging sixties and the Mersey beat sound, Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, Cream, fashion, sex, drugs and the Beatles. We visit the exterior of the Abbey Road Studios. We stop for photographs on that famous zebra crossing; visit the house where Paul wrote “I wanna hold your hand”, and view properties that the fab four owned and the places where they worked. See where John and Yoko met, Apple Headquarters, The rooftop Concert, The list of places goes on and on. Music of the era will be played and SUNG whilst on tour and your guide will have personal photos of The Fab Four and the 1960’s era to show you.

So join in the fun of this MAGICAL HISTORY TOUR of The Beatles. 4 hour tour up to 6 people £399.00

London’s Original ROCK n ROLL Black Taxi Tour

Take this family friendly Taxi tour and experience the best ever “It’s onlyRock n Roll but I like it tour ever. This is a Driver /Guide tour around thehouses and venues where the stars lived and played,

Crossing all over London this tour will take you to Tin Pan Alley, the BeatlesHeadquarters, Freddie Mercury’s late home where you can leave a message. See where Pink Floyd had their first gig and the power station used on the cover of flying pigs See where See Where the cover was conceived and photographed for The Beatles Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band album. See where the Rolling Stones lived and the places they played, The Studiowhere the Stones made their first album, where they first lived

The night clubs and haunts of Elton John , David Bowie  The Kinks, allmake an appearance on this tour. Eric Clapton features on lead guitar for uson this fascinating tour. In hot pursuit is Jimmy Page and Keith Richards, Bob Marley, Jimi Hendrix and The Bee Gees. See their houses and venueswhere they played. See where Paul met Linda Eastman

See the world famous Marquee Club, the Jazz club where The Whoperformed Tommy and Jimi Hendrix made his last

Stand outside the most famous recording studio that has been used by the Beatles, Queen, Bowie, Elton John, T Rex, to name but a few.

This tour has something for everyone and some special features. It issometimes possible to visit a suite that Jimi Hendrix occupied prior to hissudden death. These rooms have been carefully restored to their retro lookcomplete with prints of the man himself and an Axe guitar. This is notwhere the great man died though

Visit where both Cliff Richard and Tommy Steele started signing and thengo to the building where Skiffle (Britain’s answer to rhythm and blues) wasborn

See the cells where Lennon and Jagger spent the night incarcerated

No Rock n Roll tour is complete without a visit to That world famous zebracrossing. Your guide will take a photo of you on the crossing then have aphoto outside Abbey Road Studios

See the sites of shops and places and events that gave Mick Jagger andKeith Richards inspiration to write “You cant always get what you want” and also “Street Fighting Man”

Stand outside the house where Paul and John wrote “I wanna hold your hand” “She loves you” and “Yesterday”

See where the rock world got married and divorced. Get some photos at BillWyman’s restaurant plus visit two ordinary streets that became the shoppingand music mecca to the stars around the world. Hear stories from yourguides who all lived through this period.

There is more a lot more but we don’t want to spoil the tour for you.

The tour can finish in one of two places, Sticky Fingers or

The Hard Rock Café. You will be given a voucher for a discounted meal in either restaurant, plus if you pick the Hard Rock your guide will take you on a private tour of the vault.

4 hour tour £399.00 per taxi  up to 6 people

The Beatles Fab 4 London Tour

A trip down memory lane to the swinging sixties and the Beatles, visiting the Abbey Road Studios. We stop for photographs on that famous zebra crossing; visit the house where Paul wrote “I wanna hold your hand”, and view properties that the fab four owned and the places where they worked. See where John and Yoko met, Apple Headquarters, The rooftop Concert, The list of places goes on and on. Music of the era will be played and SUNG whilst on tour and your guide will have personal photos of The Fab Four and the 1960’s era to show you.

So join in the fun of this MAGICAL HISTORY TOUR of The Beatles.

£399.00 per taxi for up to 6 persons 4 hour tour

Streets Ahead Tours

Our expert guides will take you on a tour that is  not just a walk but an experience for you and your family.

Spies, Secrets, & Sabotage

Real spies, film spies, secret rendezvous places, drop zones, murders, sabotage and mayhem, this walk has it all.

The most expensive one square mile in the world

For over 2000 years the square mile known as the City of London has been its own master. From trading post area in Roman times to financial capital to the world, it is all here. Over 80% of all daily world transactions go through the city in one way or another. Find out the cities secrets on this walk

From a Red Light to a Red Carpet:

Scandals, Seductions & Sex in Society

Grab onto your hats with this one. This walk will reveal all the gossip that was uttered in corridors and servants quarters but never made public, that is, until now. Come and take a walk on the wild side as hear how prostitutes, gangsters, celebrities and the novo rich walked side by side.

“I don’t believe it,” Taxi Tours & Walks

These private tours can be done in a taxi or walking. They are with our very own Victor Meldrew style guide, so be prepared for anything on tour. All we can say is that you will laugh a lot and have fun.

“Well I never knew that about London” Taxi Tour

This tour has something for all the family to enjoy. We don’t want to tell you the places you will visit as it will spoil the surprises. We will give you a little taster though. During the tour you will see a river running through a shop floor, see a lamp post that was built to save lives, visit 900 year old prison cells, and wander the Narcissus hall. Filled with the unusual this tour is proving to be one of our most popular, so early booking is essential.

4 hour tour: up to 6 people: £399.00 per taxi not per person

London from Above & Below

LGBTQ+ London Taxi Tour

This London taxi tour is so much more than simply driving the streets, looking at buildings and photographing landmarks. This is an insight into the people of London. Being one of the most diverse cities in the World, London welcomes everyone and shares a multitude of cultural and social influences

You will not only see the major sites of London but your expert guide will also show you areas of London that have influenced the history of sexuality. There is a wealth of people and places that have shaped our community today. Famous literary figures to Royalty, you will discover the people and places that shaped London’s LGBTQ+ social history. Your guide will also show you areas where you can, in your own time go and experience London’s vibrant LGBTQ+ scene.

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A:  According to people in this community it is

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£399.00 per Taxi, not per person up to 6 people

The London of Shakespeare, The Beatles, James Bond & Sherlock Holmes

Hidden Treasures and Hidden Interiors

Talk about London and even if you have not been here most people would recognize names like Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, Tower of London. However, what if you wanted to find a more unique, different side of London, that was off the regular tourist routes- the real Hidden Gems of London. You do! Then this family friendly tour is for you.

Your Registered Taxi driver/guide will escort you around the Hidden Treasures and unusual places not that tourists never get to see. We shall wander alleyways and hear the tales of murder and mystery. See the smallest house in London the smallest square in town, wander by the site of Henry VIII’s cow shed and tennis court. We have 300year old shops to enter and once you know their history you may wish to purchase some of their stock. There are Hidden Tunnels, the oldest Church in London, Victorian Book shops, A shop with a river, running through it, secret alleys. Visit a church that sold corpses.

See a house with false windows, a Roman Bath, a medieval Banqueting Hall., Winston Churchill’s cigar chair. Have a photograph standing next to an original Victorian gas lamp. Visit a Dead house, Roman Landmarks, an Execution Dock, plus a hangman’s noose still swinging in the wind after 300 years use. Carry on reading as there is more a lot more.

Wander courtyards full of richly painted quirky shops, walk through a park full of dead people. Have a stroll underneath the River Thames. See a museum in a house, or a house that is now a museum.

The list of things to see is endless.

You may want to finish off having a relaxing coffee and cake. Well even this is a Hidden Gem. Subject to availability, we will stop at our secret location where you can indulge in Pink, Lemon, Purple, or Blue, coloured drinks and exquisite handmade pastries.

It also goes without saying that on your adventure you will pass London’s most famous venues and your guide also stop at the major sites of London stopping at each landmark for a photograph and a historical explanation. Stand outside of Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Kensington Palace, plus a lot more.

The hidden interiors of London are really special and almost a complete tour by itself. We will during this tour visit several (most not open to the public, but we will get you inside) We will marvel at painted ceilings, climb up secret towers to see views of London. Fascinating Victorian designs of gold and silver to stare at. Buildings that have not changed for 500 years.

This tour is so popular that booking as early as you can is advised.

This is a family fun tour.

Pricing

4 Hours  £399.00 per taxi for up to 6persons

5 Hours  £445.00 per taxi for up to 6 people

8 Hours  £575.00 per taxi for up to 6 people

Royal Weddings, Pomp, Ceremony, Sex, & Scandal

London’s Secret Streets & Waterways

London has a wealth of wonderful attractions, palaces and history to show you and this tour is no exception.

Your guide will not only show you London but you will see the more unusual sites and places. Secret Alleyways, private streets,  places that tourists never get to see. Besides secret treasures your guide will show you secret waterways that run through London.

This truly exceptional family friendly tour is a must if you wish to see the unexpected.

Black Taxi Christmas Lights Tour

Sherlock – The original London Locations Black Taxi Tour

See the film location sites of this great series. This is a tour of the Central London filming locations featured in all four series of the hit BBC show Sherlock. This tour will show you locations from 221b Baker Street to Sherlock’s plunge to death and everything in-between, in the only vehicle fit for the job, an Iconic London Taxi, the preferred choice of travel for the great detective. This is a fantastic way to see the locations and London, as your Registered driver/ guide explains everything to you in great detail. You will see locations from all 4 series as you travel across London

We will stop at each site where you can get out, take pictures that have featured in Sherlock’s adventures.

See Irene Adler’s residence, The Diogenes Club, follow the route of the taxi chase, and a lot more. We will stop at each site where you can get out, take pictures that have featured in Sherlock’s adventures.

Stand outside 221B Baker Street, plus Speedy’s Cafe (only open Mon-Fri), Visit the site where Sherlock faked his own death. Visit one of London’s quirkiest landmarks and see a selection of real graffiti art

Enjoy the tour in a traditional London Black Taxi which Sherlock himself uses in the show

The tour is a must for any Sherlock fan.

You will be able to stop for photos where Sherlock plunges to his death, The secret House that Mary arrives at plus a lot more. We will tell you more but we don’t want to spoil the tour for you. During the tour discuss the wit of the series such as:

“Anderson, don’t talk out loud. You lower the IQ of the whole street.”
Sherlock

“Every fairy tale needs a good old-fashioned villain”
Moriarty

“We are in Buckingham Palace, the very heart of the British nation. Sherlock Holmes, put your trousers on!”
Mycroft

“C’mon! Where is her case? Did she eat it?”
Sherlock

“We solve crimes. I blog about it, he forgets his pants. I wouldn’t hold out to much hope.”
John Watson

“I’m not a psychopath, Anderson. I’m a high-functioning sociopath. Do your research.”
Sherlock

This is an unofficial Sherlock Tour

Royal London Tour

London’s Original Black Taxi Ghost Tour

Changing of the Guard Tour

Be collected from your Central London hotel, sit back in one of our air conditioned Iconic London Taxis and let your Driver /Guide, take you on the most memorable sightseeing tour of London you will ever have. Why are they so memorable? Well, every Driver / Guide with us is a Licensed London Taxi Driver, plus they are Qualified and Registered Professional Guides. All guides are either Blue Badge, City of London, or City of Westminster, qualified guides who delight in sharing their vast historical knowledge to entertain and enlighten you as no guidebook can do. Travelling around the City your guide will entertain you with plenty of facts, anecdotes, history and trivia, and if you have children they will keep them amused as well. This family fun tour is a must.

You will see the sites and learn London’s history.

See Buckingham Palace and have a photo in front of the main gates with that famous balcony in the background. Walk around inside a private courtyard by Westminster Abbey, have a photo with the world’s most famous Bell Tower looming behind you, plus find out the true story of why Big Ben is called Big Ben.

Why do we have the changing of the guard? Who lives in which Palace? Where do the Royal family shop?

The pomp and circumstance the pageantry, have you ever wondered how it all started. We will explain it all.

St Paul’s Cathedral, The Houses of Parliament, Downing Street, Trafalgar Square, The Tower of London, Tower Bridge, they are all included and your family will enjoy stopping at each site to wander their exteriors and get lots of family photographs.

Our tour will take us all round London Driving past the sites of this majestic city. Whilst on tour you will hear the story of London and its 2000year history. See statues of Henry VIII, Queen Victoria, Winston Churchill, Princess Diana and many more. Marvel at the homes and Palaces that the royals have lived in, as you stand outside their entrance ways and get photos. This tour will keep you fascinated.

The Changing of the Guard and the Guard change of the Household Cavalry (can only be seen on certain days) how did these ceremonies start? We shall find out. Why does the Queen have 2 birthdays? Where is the Court of St James’s? What is the Privy Purse or the Lord Chamberlain, Treasurer or Master of the Household? We shall answer all these questions and more.

Statues, buildings, Palaces, memorials, places of execution, burial sites, shops, and homes this 5hour long tour will thrill and entertain the whole family from start to finish. No tour is complete without scandal, and this tour has loads to offer.

Does Prince Phillip really drive a LONDON TAXI? We will find out. Plus as an added bonus your guide will show you some places that most tourists never get to see.

Unlike other tours we are the only sightseeing Taxi Tour company that will drop you off back at your hotel or anywhere in Central London.

This is the most Unique way to see London with the biggest and best Taxi Tour company in London.

When it comes to sightseeing make sure you use the best.

Remember our company motto

“We meet as strangers and part as friends” and our 5 star reviews back this up.

The Kingsman & James Bond Film Locations Tour

Your tour starts with your Registered Tour Guide /Taxi Driver collecting you from your hotel in an Iconic London Taxi just as the one used in the Kingsman. However we do offer a more sedate journey around London than that in the films of the Kingsman. This tour will combine the world of James Bond, The Kingsman and real spies and villains. During the 4 hour tour you will see Ian Flemings house, MI6, MI5. plus HQ of the Kingsman the real tailor shop in Savile Row, besides the Headquarters from the second film as well. The spot where Hart meets Professor Arnold and of course as you are in a Taxi we will make a special journey inside Hyde Park to the lake where the Taxi goes underwater. Mixing Bond and Hart together we will find their film location sites all around town. Not forgetting Bond having a Naval background we shall see where his uniforms were made. Stand outside Blades Fencing Club, Le Circle Casino, The Hotel Europe, and lots more. Real spies play a big part of this tour as well. We shall see drop zones and meeting places, homes and offices of spies that lived and worked around London. We shall see just how close film spies and real spies worked. Visit the pub used in the Kingsman fight scene “Manners maketh Man.”  Besides all of this, there is a wealth of Locations from both film series that we will stop at for photos and where your guide will explain from what Bond or Kingsman film they come from. We would tell you more, but it is a SECRET !!

Both hero’s dress in style so we will be visiting as already said The Kingsman tailors but where Bond has his shirts made, his favourite Cigar and cigarette shop, and of course where he would buy his suits and hats.
This is an unofficial, fun packed family friendly 4 hour tour, taking in the location sites of London plus looking into the world of James Bond and The Kingsman along the way.

DISCLAIMER: Any James Bond Tours operated by See More Taxi Tours are not official events and not endorsed, sanctioned or in any other way supported, directly or indirectly by EON Productions, MGM, United Artists or Danjaq or other studios connected with films featured on this tour, nor The James Bond book publishers or the estate of Ian Fleming. All rights to the series of “James Bond” books are the property of the estate of Ian Fleming.

James Bond London Taxi Film Location Tour

We will enter the world of James Bond. See Ian Flemings house, MI6, MI5. We shall visit James Bond film location sites all around town. We shall also find out about real spies and how they worked and where they met. This is a fun packed family friendly tour taking in the Sites of London and the man himself James Bond. See the shops where Bond has his shirts made, his cigarettes, and of course where he would buy his suits and hats. Not forgetting as a military man we shall see where his uniforms were made. Stand outside Blades Fencing Club, Le Circle Casino, The Hotel Europe, and lots more. Real spies play a big part of this tour as well. We shall see drop zones and meeting places, homes and offices of spies that lived and worked around London. We shall see just how close film spies and real spies worked. Did you know that St Petersburg Square were scenes in London? We will visit the bar where the first shaken but stirred drink was served, the flat where Bond lives in Spcetre. Besides all of this there is a wealth of Locations that we will stop at for photos, where your guide will explain from what Bond film they came from. We would tell you more, but it is TOP SECRET !!

DISCLAIMER: Any James Bond Tours operated by See More Taxi Tours and Thames Jet are not official events and not endorsed, sanctioned or in any other way supported, directly or indirectly by EON Productions, MGM, United Artists or Danjaq or other studios connected with films featured on this tour, nor The James Bond book publishers or the estate of Ian Fleming. All rights to the series of “James Bond” books are the property of the estate of Ian Fleming.

Jack the Ripper & Sinister London

This is despite its title a family fun tour taking a light hearted look at Jack the Ripper and Sinister London

London’s reputation as the world’s most haunted city makes this tour a MUST! Leaving your hotel we travel through the city, Your guide will tell you stories that transport you back in time to a London of numerous hangings. We see the most haunted house in London; look for the Ghost of Charles Dickens; hear ghostly screams that never end; meet “Scratching Fanny”; stand inside a haunted prison cell; hear stories of witch trials and see the sites where they burnt at the stake; meet the Lady in Black, the Headless Lady, and… Jack the Ripper.

During 1888 terror struck the East End of London, and we retrace the footsteps of the most famous serial killer of all time. The person who committed these brutal murders was nicknamed ‘Jack the Ripper’. All the women murdered were prostitutes, and all except for one were horribly mutilated.

The first murder, Mary Ann Nicholls, 31st August. Annie Chapman 8th September. Elizabeth Stride and Catherine Eddowes 30th September and Mary Jane Kelly on 9th November. These are referred to as the ‘canonical five’ Ripper murders, although Martha Tabram, murder on 6th August 1888, is considered by some ‘ripperologists’ to be the first victim. During this tour we will try and solve the mystery that has baffled people for over 120 years. Who was he ? To this day the case remains unsolved, but will it be on your tour that we discover the truth?

After Jack the Ripper you may need a drink, so we head back to central London, hearing stories of the Phantom Bus, the Spook of Clarence House, the Ghost of Buckingham Palace, hear about the Murdered Actor, visit a Haunted Loo, and try and find a Severed Head!

After all this we reckon you definitely will need a drink so we can finish off the tour dropping you outside a typical English Pub

London’s Hidden Treasures

Your Registered Taxi driver/guide will escort you around the major sites of London stopping at each landmark for a photograph and a historical explanation. Stand outside of Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Downing Street, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Kensington Palace, plus a lot more, before heading down to the City. Here the history dates back over 2000, to Roman times and the City is filled with history. Here you will see the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, St Paul’s Cathedral, and the modern financial district.

We also said that you will see Hidden Treasures and unusual places not seen by many tourists! See and hear about many of London’s hidden treasures, these are the places that tourists never get to see. We shall wander alleyways and hear the tales of murder and mystery. See the smallest house in London the smallest square in town, wander by the site of Henry VIII’s cow shed and tennis court. We have 300 year old shops to enter and once you know their history you may wish to purchase  some of their stock. There are Hidden Tunnels, the oldest Church in London, Victorian Book shops, A street on a river, secret alleys. Visit a church that sold corpses and a dead body that still sits around a table at meetings.

Remember, this is your tour so we will tailor make it to your wishes and complete the tour at your pace.

This tour takes you to both the landmark sites of London and the unusual. There is a lot more to tell you about but we don’t want to spoil the surprises.

During the course of your day tour you will visit shops that are over 300 years old and still trading, visit a pub that sells corpses, see a house with false windows, a Roman Bath, a medieval Banqueting Hall., Winston Churchill’s cigar chair. Have a photograph with an original gas lamp visit a Dead house, Roman Landmarks, an Execution Dock, this list is endless. This is a family, fun, full day, with pick up at 9am returning at around 5pm (8 hours). There is the option on the tour to visit inside certain landmarks but there will be entry fees to pay.

Harry Potter London Tour

We have been taking people on our Harry Potter Film location sites tour since 2002, when there was just a couple of sites to be seen. Now we have a multitude of scenes from the film series to show you on this fabulous tour.

This is a Taxi tour you can take into Harry Potterland and get a result. Visit Gringotts Bank (exterior of main hall only) walk over the Knight Bus bridge. Walk the avenue to the Leaky Cauldron. Stand at the entrance to the Leaky Cauldron from film 3, have a photo outside Third Hand book emporium. See the bridge which is destroyed by Death Eaters from film 6. and walk on it. Follow Harry’s complete flight (film 5) along the River Thames on his broomstick. See Grimmauld Place (yes it does exist if you know where to look. No moving houses though) See where Harry actually disappears at Kings Cross Station. (not just the photo stop).

Then it’s off to get a picture under the sign 9¾. See where Harry and Ron steal the flying car from. Take a photo inside the train station used for exiting to the Ministry of Magic. Walk the footsteps of Harry and Mr Weasley to the Ministry of Magic. See where Ron spies on the ministry. Your expert Harry guide will take you to all of these sites and more. On route there is time to ask many questions regarding the films, there is even a small quiz to keep you on your toes. As if this was not enough we have added some secret places, items and surprises that you will love.

This is such a popular tour that we now offer 2 options: Our Harry Potter for small ones tour for families with young ones just covering the major highlights or our Harry `Potter London tour for families with older children.

Harry Potter’s Countryside Film Locations

Your wizarding day starts with your Guide meeting you at your hotel and as you travel through London you may well stop at a couple of London Potter sites, for a quick photo before heading out into the countryside.

Our first stop is the wonderful village of Lacock. This picturesque village has been the setting for many films, including the Harry Potter series.

We will wander the streets and your guide will explain all there is to know about the village, the different films made there, and of course Harry Potter. We also have a few secret stories to tell you, plus secret places to show you.

During our tour we will see Professor Slughorns House (exrerior) Harry’s Parents house Godric’s Hollow and of course we will wander the corridors of Hogwarts school, plus stand in Professor Snapes classroom. There are many more scenes to show you but we want to have some surprises for you. All we will say is that you will not be disappointed.

Leaving Lacock we travel cross country and arrive in Oxford (the city of dreaming spires)

Once here we explore the colleges that became film location sites.

Once again we do not want to spoil everything for you but we will give you a taster. We will sit in the Music Room as did the students waiting to learn to dance for the Yule Ball, see the hospital, the tree Malfoy falls from and an enormous amount more, we promise.

Leaving Oxford mid afternoon we return to London

Once back in London it off to see the major Highlights of Harry Potter Locations, Diagon Alley, Knight Bus Bridge, Ministry of Magic, Death Eaters Bridge, plus a lot more.

These optional tour combinations are available.

Lacock, Oxford, London  £799.00

Lacock & London. Price £775.00

Oxford & London Price £699.00

Stonehenge & Lacock Price £777.00

Gloucester, Lacock, Oxford Price £799.00

Stonehenge & Oxford Price £765.00

Greenwich – Its Sights & Secrets

Greenwich is a top ten UK visitor attraction. We are proud to be working in partnership with Royal Museums Greenwich, home to the Royal Observatory Greenwich, the iconic historic sailing ship Cutty Sark, the National Maritime Museum and the Queen’s House art gallery. All their attractions are located within easy walking distance of each other within this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Your guide will explain the wonderful history of the area, as you wander it’s streets. You will visit the famous ship, Cutty Sark and you will be able discover what life was like on board a Tea Clipper, the fastest ship of her time. Today the ship stands raised off the ground, allowing you access all around, both inside and out.

Your next stop is a visit to the Queens House.

We promise you will not be disappointed with this building. Displaying 22 rooms with hundreds of paintings from art masters covering the past 400 years. This is a must see on your visit.

Leaving the Queens House we move onto various other delights around the area. These include, The Painted Hall, Maritime museum, and some hidden treasures tourists usually don’t get to see. Before our returning to London we will visit the historic Royal Observatory which is the home of Time. Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) in fact. In the Meridian Courtyard you can get your photo standing on the Meridian Line, so have half your body standing on the Eastern Hemisphere, the other half in the Western Hemisphere. Your guide will escort you around the oldest parts of the site including the Astronomer Royal’s house.

5 hour tour

Price £465.00 per taxi not per person up to 6 people

Ely Cathedral

This most fantastic building dates back over 1400 in history starting with Etheldreda (d.679), queen, foundress and abbess of Ely to the present day.

You will be able to explore the church with your guide and see all its wonders.

We enter through the great West Door in the Galilee Porch. From there we can wander through the church. See the nave with its Norman architecture and Victorian restored ceiling paintings. west tower standing 215 feet high, with its Labyrinth floor. You can walk through the south west transept with its wonderful ornate Romanesque interiors.

We could go on and on but then it would spoil the surprises that the church has to offer you.

Besides the religious and historical side of the church. Ely Cathedral has been a film Location site for no less than 9 block buster movies.
We lunch in a classic English Pub before the second half of our tour

Option 1 – Cambridge

Drive from Ely to Cambridge and visit the University area that occupies vast areas of the city.

Situated by the River Cam, Cambridge is home to the University of Cambridge, dating back to 1209. Colleges include King’s and Trinity, which was founded by Henry VIII.

We will spend the afternoon wandering this wonderful city and see all the fascinating things it has to offer.

Option 2 – Duxford

We visit Duxford, part of the Imperial War museum and here we can view the American Air Museum, Battle of Britain exhibition, Air Space and more plus visit the 1940’s Operation Room.

There is something for everyone at Duxford, young and old.

Chill out in the Chilterns

Want a family countryside day that is different? A day out that offers you ancient woodland, museums, historic houses and all in an outstanding area of real beauty?

With your guide for company they will drive you out of London and into the area of the Chilterns.

We will visit Amersham, which is divided into two sections, Old Amersham and Amersham on the Hill. Old Amersham is described as a “charming old town”.

Dating back to the 8th century The High Street is a picture postcard delight, with historic buildings covering a wide variety of architectural periods lining the walkways. There are rows of 17th and 18th century buildings, plus the town hall, rising on arches in the centre of the High Street. We will also get photos of small almshouses. You can visit the Martyrs’ Memorial, which marks the spot where religious dissenters were burnt at the stake under Queen Mary.

There is time to visit the museum which is housed in a half-timbered merchant’s hall dating from the 15th century. Inside the hall are exhibits tracing the history and archaeology of the area, including medieval wall paintings, lacemaking, costumes, fossils, and local crafts.

Leaving Amersham behind us we travel through the countryside and your guide will make suggestions for lunch in a 400 year old English pub, followed by a drive to the home of John Milton ( author of Paradise Lost) Now you can choose to visit one of the following: The Hell Fire Caves, Berkhamsted Castle, Chenies Manor (popular Choice) Cliveden House, Hughenden Manor, or Stonor Park.

We return to London late afternoon

The Ultimate Secrets & Sounds Black Taxi London Sightseeing Tour

Your guided tour takes you past many of the major sights and landmarks of London. We will see (exterior only) Westminster Abbey, where monarchs have been crowned since 1066, Buckingham Palace and the Changing of the Guard, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and Eros. Take a drive past Downing Street, Harrods, London Eye, museums, galleries, the areas of Soho, Piccadilly, Kensington Palace, Albert Hall, and much more before stopping for lunch. No London tour is complete without a lunch in a pub. Situated on the edge of the River Thames we shall lunch in a pub over 300 years old.

After lunch we visit the Tower of London. We walk around the exterior of this most impressive medieval fortress. Built by William the Conqueror, during its history it has been a palace, a prison, a zoo, a royal mint, an observatory, an armoury and a place of execution. It is home to the Crown Jewels, the ravens and famous Beefeaters. From here we move on to Tower Bridge and then into the City of London, the one square mile that was built by the Roman over 2000 years ago. There’s so much to see here and we will be visiting the modern financial district that stands side by side with the ancient sites. We also visit Shakespeare’s Globe theatre and the Rose Theatre sits, viewing the Roman wall that once surrounded the city and visiting the oldest church in the city built in 1123, your guide will show you the London very few visitors get to see! We will carry on visiting many more of the city’s unusual and fascinating rarely seen monuments and treasures. Still within the city we will visit the site where the Great Fire of London started in 1666, then we travel the short distance around to St Paul’s Cathedral. The masterpiece that was built by Sir Christopher Wren. The City area has a wealth of history and your Guide will show it all to you.

London has many hidden secrets and this tour is an ideal time to explore and see them –  As the title says this is the Ultimate London Sightseeing Tour so sit back in your air-conditioned London Taxi and let our Registered Tour guides show you and your family all that London has to offer. You will not be disappointed. During the course of your day tour you will visit shops that are over 300 years old and still trading, visit a pub that sells corpses, see a house with false windows, a Roman Bath, a medieval Banqueting Hall., Winston Churchill’s cigar chair. Have a photograph with an original gas lamp visit a Dead house, see Roman Landmarks, plus an Execution Dock, this list is endless. We would tell you more but we don’t want to spoil the surprises. This is a family, fun, full day, with pick up at 9am returning at around 5pm (8 hours). There is the option on the tour to visit inside certain landmarks but there will be entry fees to pay.

Remember, this is your tour so your guide will personalise it to your wishes and complete the tour at your pace. There are many Taxi Tours in London so make sure that you pick the very best one. As the Original Taxi tour company and the longest running we are pleased to say that we hold that crown.

“We lead and all the others follow”

Countryside Special

You can choose any two places to visit on this mix and match tour, plus you have the option to swap a destination on the tour day. This tour is completely flexible.
Collecting you from your hotel early in the morning, we drive out into the countryside to Oxford, the “City of Dreaming Spires,” This ancient city boasts hundreds of listed buildings from every major period of British history. As we explore the city you will find that it is full of mystery, wonder, history, plus it is a city that has inspired famous writers and film makers over the years.

Your guide will walk (or drive) you around the city. You will see the major attractions, plus a selection of the 38 colleges, which make up the University Standing by the remains of the 13th century St. Martin’s Church will place us in the centre of the city. You Guide will explain each landmark to you plus allow time for photographs.
Why not climb to the top of the spire of St Mary the Virgin Church, Oxfords largest parish church. St Mary’s has one of the most beautiful spires in Oxford. You will also get the chance to visit the smallest Cathedral in England, built by Henry VIII. Your guide will also show you such places as the Radcliffe Camera, (which isn’t a camera) Brasenose College, All Souls College, Bodlien Library, Christchurch, there is an endless list. There is so much to see in the city, but don’t take our word for it, take the tour and see for yourself.
Once we have completed our time in Oxford it is off to lunch, which can be taken in one Oxfords many famous pubs or we can drive into the Cotswold’s to lunch in a 300 year old British Pub
After lunch, you can choose one of the following places to visit.

Option 1

Stonehenge – Old Stones & Bones!

We visit the most important pre-historic monument in Britain, Stonehenge.

The site has become one of the best-known prehistoric monuments in the world. We have a good look around the ancient landscape before exploring the stones. Walking around the outer circle your guide will explain the stones and the difference of Blue and Sarsen stones together with how they got there, plus, why they are there.
There is even time to visit a re-constructed Neolithic Houses displaying the tools and objects of everyday Neolithic life. Why not let the kids come face to face with a 5,500 year-old man. (no it is not your guide !!)

Option 2

The Cotswolds

You can opt for driving through the Cotswold’s Villages. These picture postcard villages are a must for people. Your guide will take you to several villages deep in the Oxfordshire Countryside. Stopping at such villages as Bourton-on-the-Water, Burford, Chipping Campden, Stow-on-the-Wold, Upper Slaughter, indeed you will be spoilt for choice on making your decisions.
Your guide will explain the history of each village you visit, whilst guiding you around it. Why not stop and have English Tea of sandwiches, cakes, plus warm freshly baked scones, with Jam and clotted cream, yummy!

Option 3

Blenheim Palace

Blenheim Palace is home to the 12th Duke of Marlborough and his family and the birth place of Winston Churchill. Today it is a UNESCO world heritage site with a fascinating history. Your guide will help you find 300 years of history under one roof. The Palace was built as a gift to John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, from Queen Anne and a grateful nation in thanks for his victory at the Battle of Blenheim on 13th August 1704. Today it stands as a masterpiece of Baroque architecture.

Option 4

Stratford upon Avon

The birth and resting place of William Shakespeare. A small market town with over 800 years of history, with many buildings that have survived from the days of Shakespeare. There are fantastic areas to explore, which is why we bring our clients on tour here all the time. Visit with your guide quaint side streets with unique and individual shops, to 500 year old historical properties such as Shakespeare’s childhood home, The church where he is buried, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Halls Croft, New Place. There’s something for everyone.

Price £699.00 per Taxi, not per person up to 6 people

Big Sites & Back Streets

Charles Dickens in London

Great Expectations, Pickwick Papers, Oliver Twist, all these stories and more will come alive as we travel around Dickensian London. Take photographs outside the “Old Curiosity Shop” see the site of Fagin’s hideaway, wander the pathways described in Great Expectations. “The dingiest collection of shabby buildings ever squeezed together” Pip arriving in London… Great Expectations.

Which clock woke Scrooge up? Don’t worry your expert Registered guide will show you. See the areas and homes that Dickens lived in whilst in London. This is a lighthearted fun filled family tour and whist seeing Dickens London your guide will point out the major sightseeing landmarks of London.

Cost £399.00 per taxi, not per person, 4 hour tour up to 6 people

Bankers, Barbers, Barristers & Bar Stools

A real fun family tour with a unique difference.

You guide will collect you from your Central London Hotel and drive you through the city, stopping for Photos and giving you historical information at some of London’s Main Attraction sites until you arrive at our secret location. Once here you will follow your guide on foot to explore the real secret sites of London.

Your first stop will be for a cup of tea, real English tea plus delicious biscuits for you and your party (all paid for by us) Next stop is a short walk from our tea stop. We will  visit a special church which at one time was blown apart by a Second World War  bomb. It is in this area we will hear about a doctor who never had any patients, a barber who was possibly England’s first serial killer, plus a writer who wrote poetry, history books, screen plays, novels, plays, and short stories. We will also find out about King Kong.

Need to sit down after all of this, well this is where the Bar stools come in. we will have drink in a unique pub (child friendly) There will be 6 pub stops in total. This tour will then enlighten you into the world of London’s fascinating history. Listen to stories of coffee houses, Isaac Newton, Elizabeth I. Charles Dickens will pop up in conversation along with World War II bombs, ghosts, master builders, banks, the De Vinci Code, a wig shop, Barbers, and meat pies, plus the Netherlands.

As you can tell by the information so far, this tour has something for all the family and will keep you captivated.

You will visit a Victorian Banking hall, plus a bank that still has Muskets hanging on a wall, to protect the staff and your money. Take pictures outside a 550 year old hall, plus visit a building that has an underground Silver market place.

We could go on and tell you more but we don’t want to spoil the surprises that we have in store for you.

Tours start at 1pm or 4pm Monday – Friday

Price £399.00 per taxi up to 6 people

Duration 4 hours (This tour involves an amount of walking)