London Black Cab Taxi Service
– “The Knowledge” of the City

London Black Cab taxi service is a fun and interesting way to make your way around the city.

Also called Hackney Carriages, the Black Taxi Cabs have the distinctive shape that is known worldwide as an iconic symbol of London.

However, their colour is not always just black these days, sometimes they are decked in colourful livery advertising a brand or an event; 50 golden cabs were produced in 2002 to celebrate the Queen’s Golden Jubilee.

These days more than 20,000 cabs roam the streets of London, making it an easy and accessible mode of transportation for everyone.

London Black Cabs are the only taxis that are licensed by the city to ply for hire or to be hailed from the street.

The cabs have a yellow light, and when that light is illuminated, they are available for hire.

London Black Cabs can carry 5 people and all of them are wheelchair accessible and have child’s seats available.

All drivers employed by London Black Cabs are professionals and have undergone checks regarding their character and criminal record.

Drivers must take a course and then pass a rigorous examination called “The Knowledge” that tests their familiarity with London and its many roads and areas.

It can take from 2 to 4 years for drivers to complete this course and become a licensed taxi driver.

So when you hail a Black Cab in London, you can be sure that your driver is a knowledgeable professional who will get you where you need to go.

Fares are calculated by meter and tips of about 10% are generally expected.

London Black Cab Company also offers a variety of Black Cab Tours which range from 1 to 8 hours in length and afford you not only the convenience of a private car, but also the expertise and knowledge of the driver as well.

The Black Cab taxi service is the best in the world.