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Crimean War Memorial: A hidden historic landmark near Buckingham Palace
Image by Black Taxi Tours of LondonTucked away on Waterloo Place, just a short stroll from Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Circus and St James's Park, the Crimean War Memorial is one of London's most fascinating hidden historical landmarks. While thousands of visitors...
Admiralty House: Discover one of London’s historic gems
Image by Black Taxi Tours of LondonWhen exploring historic London, it's easy to head straight for Buckingham Palace or the Tower of London. But tucked away in the heart of Whitehall is a lesser-known treasure with a remarkable past. Admiralty House, the Old Building....
Discover the history behind London’s Houses of Parliament
Photo by Black Taxi Tours of LondonFew buildings are as instantly recognisable as the Houses of Parliament. Standing proudly beside the River Thames, this magnificent landmark is more than just the home of British politics, it's a masterpiece of architecture and a...
A journey through time at London’s National Gallery
Photo by Black Taxi Tours of LondonStanding proudly on Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery is one of London's must-visit attractions, home to more than 2,300 masterpieces spanning over 700 years of European art. Best of all, general admission is free, making it an...
St James’s Palace: London’s oldest royal palace still at the heart of history
Image by Black Taxi Tours of LondonTucked away just moments from Buckingham Palace, St James's Palace is one of London's most overlooked royal landmarks. Built between 1531 and 1536 by King Henry VIII, its distinctive red-brick Tudor façade has survived fires, wars,...
St Paul’s Cathedral: London’s timeless masterpiece
Image by Black Taxi Tours of LondonFew landmarks capture the spirit of London quite like St Paul's Cathedral. Rising above the city's skyline with its magnificent dome, this architectural icon has stood as a symbol of resilience, faith, and British history for more...
James Smith & Sons: The London umbrella shop that’s been keeping Britain dry since 1830
Image by Black Taxi Tours of LondonHidden among the bustle of New Oxford Street is one of London's most delightful surviving pieces of Victorian Britain. James Smith & Sons, established in 1830, is widely recognised as London's oldest umbrella shop, and stepping...
Churchill in Parliament Square: the statue that watches over Westminster
Photograph by Black Taxi Tours of LondonStanding proudly in the heart of London's Parliament Square, the bronze statue of Sir Winston Churchill is one of the city's most photographed monuments. Unveiled in 1973 by his widow, Clementine Churchill, the larger-than-life...
The London Eye: A modern icon with a remarkable story
Image by Black Taxi Tours of LondonTowering gracefully above the River Thames, the London Eye has become one of the city's most recognisable landmarks. Although it looks as though it has always been part of London's skyline, this giant observation wheel is...








