Private tour in London Frank O

Classic London Highlights Tour

5.0

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Hours icon 6 hours
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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Frank O.

5.0

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Meet Frank – Your London Insider Hi, I’m Frank — and if you’re visiting Britain, you deserve more than just a tour… you deserve a great day out. I like my tours relaxed, friendly, and fun. You’re on vacation, so let me take care of the planning, the driving, the routes, and the storytelling — all you need to do is enjoy the experience. Whether it’s your first time in London or your fifth visit to England, I make sure every tour feels personal, easygoing, and memorable. Born, raised, and shaped in London to Irish parents, I’ve spent my entire life exploring the streets, stories, and hidden corners of this city. After working in construction as a bricklayer and stonemason, I changed careers to pursue something I truly loved — becoming a London Black Cab Driver by completing The Knowledge of London, one of the toughest professional exams in the world. Later, I qualified as an official taxi guide through the Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers, allowing me to guide professionally while driving you in comfort around the capital and beyond. Over the years, I’ve guided visitors from across the United States, and I know exactly what makes a trip special — great sights, fascinating stories, a little humour, and enough flexibility to follow what you find interesting. ⸻ London and Beyond My London tours cover everything from the must-see highlights to hidden gems that most visitors never discover. If history is your thing, we can dive into Royal London, Roman London, Medieval London, or the dramatic stories of Winston Churchill and WWII. Music fans can explore Beatles London, and movie lovers often enjoy spotting famous filming locations along the way. But some of Britain’s most unforgettable places are just outside the city. Many of my guests love day trips to destinations such as: • Windsor Castle – the oldest occupied castle in the world • Stonehenge – the mysterious prehistoric monument older than the pyramids • Bath – elegant Georgian architecture and Roman heritage • Oxford – the famous university city of dreaming spires • Cotswolds – picture-perfect villages and classic English countryside These trips are ideal if you want to see “the real England” beyond the city — beautiful landscapes, charming towns, and incredible history. ⸻ Shore Excursions, Layovers & Private Touring If you’re arriving by cruise ship, flying in for a layover, or staying in London for a limited time, I can collect you directly from the airport, port, or hotel and design a seamless private tour that fits your schedule perfectly. No rushing, no confusion, and no crowded buses — just your own comfortable London taxi and a guide who handles everything. ⸻ A Bit About Me I’m now a proud grandad — and my greatest achievement in life is my four children, my granddaughter, my grandson, and my wonderfully patient wife. Second only to family, I genuinely love meeting people from around the world and helping them experience Britain in a way that feels relaxed, welcoming, and personal. My tours are always informative, but never stuffy. If we’re going to spend the day together, we might as well have a laugh along the way. ⸻ Travel in Comfort I drive the latest London Taxi, seating up to six passengers comfortably (three facing forward, three facing backward), fully air-conditioned and equipped with Wi-Fi — perfect for families, couples, or small groups wanting a private experience.

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Overview of your London tour

Take an enjoyable panoramic tour of London in a London Black Taxi. Explore the greatest city in the world in the comfort of the most modern taxi that London has to offer, you will see all the iconic sites and I will put you in the best places to take that unforgettable vacation photo. I will make sure we factor in a stop for lunch in any one of the many places I know to grab a bite to eat, whether that be a traditional British Fish & Chips in one of the 'decent' restaurants I know or something a little different. Take reassurance and comfort in the knowledge that you are in safe hands, this is my capital, my city and one that I know intimately. You can message me on any subject with ANY request inquiry about how we can tailor your vacation tour. Whether you want to see a specific building, like where the coronation happens (The crowning of the monarch), or be taken to a certain place where some historic moment has happened in history, like, the execution of William Wallace.

Recent Reviews

David W.United States
May 2026

Frank is outstanding!

Deb S.United States
April 2026

Frank was informed and found some gems we hadn’t seen on our 2nd half day tour! Fun time!

Barbara O.
July 2025

This was the best tour. Frank was amazing. He has so much knowledge . He answered all our questions, and never being to London before he knew just where to take us . We saw all the well known spots and some of the places and stories we never knew about. What a great personality he has and he also took some many pictures for us so we will be able to look back and have all these memories captured to be able to see them and remember the amazing time we had in London with Frank. You can’t go wrong with booking a tour with Frank. He will show you the best places and the best story telling of anyone. We had a blast we can’t thank Frank enough. You made this the highlight of our time in England.

Barbara S.United States
October 2023

Thank you Frank for a great day. We got off the plane and immediately felt engaged with London and even incorporated a mini Beatles tour amongst other sites. I highly recommend Frank as a tour guide. He knew the hour of us were a bit tired from flying but really kept the day moving for us. We all enjoyed the day immensely.

Dana S.United States
July 2023

Frank was absolutely incredible! He welcomed us to London and provided us with a one of a kind experience! He is so knowledgeable and shared information in a way that made history so interesting and easy to understand. He was our tour guide, our photographer, and our friend! It was an absolute joy to spend the day with him. I truly wish we could have had several days with him as he is just that wonderful! 10/10 would recommend Frank to anyone traveling to London!

Frank S.United States
June 2023

There aren't enough stars available to rate Frank. The tour was more than fabulous, and full of fantastic sights and knowledge, from beginning to end. Frank showed us many of the classical London sights as well as many "hidden gems" tailored to our interests, with tons of photo ops (let Frank take them and he will send you an album after your tour) and amazing places you'd never think to seek on your own. Great tour, great city, great guide!

Your London tour itinerary

What you can expect for your 7-hour tour with me, is to visit the most popular attractions that London has to offer, we will navigate ourselves around the city and see points of historic interest including: • Buckingham Palace • Tower of London • Westminster Abbey • Big Ben • St Paul's Cathedral • Part of the original Roman Wall At these stops, I will give you an explanation of what we're looking at and always find the perfect place to take that family vacation photo. We will not go inside any of these attractions, but you will be given a fact-packed overview of what you are looking at, having the opportunity to look at so many of some of the most iconic buildings in the world in one tour is a fantastic way to appreciate what London has to offer. We will spend at least 3/4 of the time approximately outside of the vehicle, spending quality time at the various locations, as well as stopping for food and refreshments A London Taxi can use dedicated lanes to bypass traffic giving us more time at each location

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Other

The latest, most modern comfortable Taxi that London has on the market.

What's included
Other: Bottled Water and Umbrellas
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

London, England, United Kingdom

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  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Architecture
History
Tour reference number
804114
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in London best suited for?

This private tour in London is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's iconic sights in comfort and style. It's ideal for families, including those with kids, as well as seniors or travellers with mobility concerns, thanks to its light activity level and wheelchair accessibility. It's also a great choice for those who want to connect with a local guide, Frank O., for deeper insights into London's history and culture.

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Hours icon 6 hours
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