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London Sightseeing Tours

By Laura Porter, About.com

London tours are a great way to see a lot of the city in a short time which is what most visitors need.

1. London Duck Tour

London Duck Tour© Viator
On the London Duck tour, you'll tour London's sights aboard a yellow amphibious World War Two vehicle. The vehicles have been extensively refurbished and fitted with the latest environmentally friendly diesel engines. The deluxe refit includes comfortable seating for 30 passengers, a public address system and full safety equipment. The 80 minute tours take you past famous London landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, London Eye, Big Ben, the House of Parliament and Trafalgar Square. You'll then make a dramatic launch into the Thames River (20 minutes) for the waterborne part of your tour.

2. London Full Day Sightseeing Tour

Beefeaters pictured at the Tower of London© Stephen Pond/HRP/newsteam.co.uk
This full day tour of London's attractions includes pickup from selected central London hotels and panoramic drives across the city. In just one day you will visit...

3. Harrods Afternoon Tea and St. Paul's Cathedral Tour

St. Paul's Cathedral, London© Laura Porter
If a full day tour is not for you then how about this four hour afternoon tour combining a visit to St Paul's Cathedral and Harrods department store.

4. Black Taxi Tour of London

London black cabs© Graeme Robertson/Getty Images
Two hour private tour of London by black taxi.
  • Full commentary provided by your driver, packed with insider anecdotes and knowledge
  • Enjoy privileged, personalized attention from your driver guide on this special private tour
Design your own itinerary with your driver on the day, or see the following sights on a general tour:
Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul's Cathedral, Houses of Parliament, and more.

5. Harry Potter Black Taxi Tour of London

Black cab in London© Laura Porter
Three-hour private tour of London's Harry Potter locations by black taxi.
  • Private tour led by your expert driver-guide
  • Visit the locations featured in the latest movie Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
  • Choice of morning or afternoon tours
  • Pick-up and drop-off from central London hotels

6. London Rock Legends Small Group Tour by Minivan

Abbey Road Crossing, St. John's Wood London© Laura Porter
  • Start and end the tour at the Hard Rock Cafe London.
  • See all the famous rock 'n' roll sites
  • The house where Jimi Hendrix lived and died, Led Zeppelin's HQ and where Freddie Mercury and Queen hung out
  • Visit Bill Wyman's Sticky Fingers restaurant
  • Insider stories about your favorite musicians from your knowledgeable rock guide
  • Enjoy personalized attention from your expert guide on this small group tour
  • Small group tour restricted to a maximum of 16 people
Also see: The Beatles in London Walk - Book Review.

7. London Rock Music Bohemian Soho and North London Small Group Tour

Hit the bohemian neighborhoods of London including Soho and Camden Town as you delve into the city's rock 'n' roll past on a London Rock Music Tour. With names like The Beatles, Madness, The Clash and Jimmy Page, this small group tour offers something for all music fans.

Also see: The Beatles in London Walk - Book Review.

8. London Rock Music Full Day Small Group Tour

London Calling! Depending on your age, this London Rock Music Tour is either a chance to wallow in glorious nostalgia, or grab an "education" in Rock myths and history. This London Rock Music Tour covers rock 'n' roll landmarks in bohemian Soho and the north London neighborhoods of Camden Town, Hampstead Village and Heath, Muswell Hill, Archway and Islington.

Also see: The Beatles in London Walk - Book Review.

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