R. Steve's London Guide indicates it's economical for a party of 4 or 5 to always use taxi's in London; we ARE a party of 5. My question is, do all/most London taxis seat 5 passengers? I hope so, that would be great for us.
Posted by
Tresana, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
23626 posts
The black cabs have a couple of fold down jump seats that ride backwards. Plenty of room for five - more or less - normal size folks.
Posted by
Troy, Oh, USA
2804 posts
Yes, as Frank said....if you get a black cab they will have two jump seats so you can get 5 in very comfortable. The kids will love the jump seats.
Posted by
OP
Tinton Falls, NJ
792 posts
That's great; being a party of five is always a problem with taxis elsewhere. I assume there are lots of these "black" cabs?
Posted by
boston
20 posts
Also is it easy to get one at the airport going to Kennsington?
Posted by
Tresana, Highlands Ranch, CO, USA
23626 posts
Sure, but it will be expensive -- maybe 50 pounds or more.
Posted by
Northamptonshire, England
33831 posts
Most "black cabs" are black but some are so covered by advertising you can't see the colour clearly. They are different than "mini cabs" which are normal passenger cars which must be licensed and will not have 5 seats unless they are vans. NEVER get in a mini cab you have not previously arranged. You will not be insured.
Posted by
NC, United States
970 posts
Kerry, you might consider plugging some cab numbers into your phone. As in any big city, flagging down a cab in rush hour can be a challenge.
Posted by
OP
Tinton Falls, NJ
792 posts
Great advice, thank's to all!