Private tour in London David S
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David S.
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Welcome to London – your unforgettable adventure starts here! Hello, I’m David – a born-and-bred Londoner with a passion for history, storytelling, and showing visitors the very best of this extraordinary city and country. After 19 years driving one of London’s iconic black taxis, I became a qualified tour guide in 2013 through the prestigious Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers (accredited by City University). Since then, I’ve been guiding guests from around the world through the streets of London and beyond, sharing over 2,000 years of fascinating history, culture, and hidden gems. My tours are conducted in a luxury Audi A8 long wheelbase sedan, offering up to 4 guests a smooth and spacious ride with full air-conditioned comfort – a step up from the usual taxi or tour bus. Whether you're looking to see London’s must-see sights or venture into its lesser-known corners, I’ll tailor your experience to suit your interests. I also offer full-day excursions beyond the capital to iconic destinations like Stonehenge and Bath, Oxford and Blenheim Palace, the Cotswolds, and many more. I pride myself on delivering friendly, informative, and flexible tours that feel more like a day out with a knowledgeable local than a standard sightseeing trip. Take a look through my tour listings – there’s something for everyone. And if you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, just get in touch. I’ll be happy to design a custom tour just for you. Qualifications & Credentials: Qualified London guide (2013) – Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriage Drivers, accredited by City University Registered guide with ETOA (European Tourism Association) Former licensed London taxi driver (Knowledge of London, 1999) Fully licensed and insured private hire and tour driver Registered private hire operator with Transport for London (TFL) Qualified private pilot and drone pilot Let’s make your visit to London truly memorable! I am not a Blue Badge Guide. If your tour includes visits to historical monuments such as Tower of London, St. Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey & Windsor Castle. I can accompany you but cannot guide you inside.
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Step into 500 years of royal drama on a half-day journey to Hampton Court Palace in a classic London taxi, led by your expert driver-guide. Once a favourite home of Henry VIII, this magnificent palace is filled with intrigue, power, and unforgettable stories. Wander through grand courtyards, the vast Tudor kitchens, the awe-inspiring Great Hall, the Chapel Royal, and even the palace’s famously haunted corridors. Along the way, hear tales from Cardinal Wolsey’s ambitious beginnings to the lives of kings and queens who shaped its legacy. Discover the palace’s surprising second half—built in the 1600s for William III and Mary II—and explore their elegant state and private apartments. Finally, stroll through the beautiful gardens… but beware of the legendary 300-year-old maze—you might not find your way out so easily.
9am. I will meet and greet you at your central London accommodation in my iconic electric London taxi. 10am. Arrive at Hampton Court Palace where I will give you a guided tour. We will start with the Tudor palace then the Baroque palace and the the magnificent gardens. 12:30pm. Depart Hampton Court for your return journey to London where I can either drop you back at your accommodation or any other central London location,
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Iconic electric London Taxi with full length panoramic glass roof (black cab).
London, England, United Kingdom
Any central London location or Heathrow Airport (additional charges may apply to Heathrow pick ups)
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