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London: Kensington Palace Gardens Tour with Royal High Tea

1. London: Kensington Palace Gardens Tour with Royal High Tea

Explore the famous Kensington Palace Gardens on a guided tour and see the immaculately-maintained water features, formal areas, Sunken Garden, and more. Marvel at the beautiful surroundings before savoring tea with a selection of sandwiches, cakes, and scones. After meeting your guide, take a walk to Kensington Gardens. You will gain interesting insights into the history of the royal family and Britain's most beloved drink, tea.  Kensington Palace is most well known for being home to members of the British royal family like Princess Diana, Prince Harry, Prince William, and Kate Middleton (along with Prince George, Prince Louis, and Princess Charlotte). See the famous Sunken Garden before ending the walk with an indulgent high tea in the breathtaking surroundings of the Kensington Palace Pavilion. You will be served a selection of afternoon tea sandwiches which include classics such as egg mayonnaise and cress, smoked salmon and cream cheese, roast ham and English mustard, and cucumber and fresh mint. Taste traditional scones made with Welsh butter filled with cream and jam and a selection of fine afternoon tea cakes.

London: Afternoon Tea Cruise on the River Thames

2. London: Afternoon Tea Cruise on the River Thames

Experience an English tradition in style on this afternoon tea round-trip tour in London on board a comfortable river cruise vessel. Climb aboard the riverboat at Tower Pier near the Tower of London and set off downstream, passing sights such as Shakespeare’s Globe, the brand new Shard skyscraper and currently Europe’s tallest building, the London Eye, and Houses of Parliament. As you take in the sights, be served a fine array of delicious sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam, and a selection of traditional cakes. Enjoy unlimited tea and coffee with your meal. If you desire, treat yourself and purchase a glass of sparkling champagne. A bar is available throughout, offering a wide choice of soft and alcoholic drinks. Gain insight into new facts about London and its monuments from a sightseeing commentary as you enjoy a ringside seat from Old Father Thames.

London: Classic Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

3. London: Classic Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

Capture the heart of the city’s culture, landmarks and history on this London bus tour, while sipping a lovely cup of tea and enjoying the exquisite tastes of England. Indulge in High Tea, which is accompanied by an array of tasty sandwiches and delicious cakes and pastries. Your London bus driver will take you round several iconic sites, such as Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, St James’s Park, Hyde Park, The Royal Albert Hall, Marble Arch, Nelson’s Column, Downing Street and more. This sightseeing tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes depending on traffic. Nothing beats a good cuppa, so experience the beating heart of England like a local!

London: Afternoon Tea Bus with a Glass of Prosecco

4. London: Afternoon Tea Bus with a Glass of Prosecco

Have afternoon tea with a twist on the delightful English Tea Bus. Ride aboard a traditional double-decker offering beautiful views of London, including the Coca-Cola London Eye, the Tower of London, and St. Paul’s Cathedral, all while indulging in a delicious mix of sweet and savory treats. Start your afternoon tea experience with a selection of homemade finger sandwiches and an assortment of mini pastries and desserts. Get ready to have your taste buds tingling with joy. Prepare to spoil yourself with scrumptious scones and a delicious choice of cakes. Together with your tea and alcoholic beverage of choice, these bites are guaranteed to be the perfect complement to your relaxing 90-minute journey through the heart of London.

Afternoon Tea at the British Museum

5. Afternoon Tea at the British Museum

Take part in a quintessentially English traditional and enjoy afternoon tea at the Great Court Restaurant under the breathtaking glass roof of the British Museum. Choose from a selection of organic loose leaf teas and delicate flowering teas, such as Rising Flower or Jasmine Fairies. Feast from a selection of traditional delicacies, starting with finger sandwiches before tucking into handmade pastries, cakes and scones with clotted cream and jam.  Make your afternoon tea experience extra special and add a glass of sparkling Prosecco. Relax in an oasis of calm in the center of Bloomsbury and become part of a great tradition.

London: Royal Hampton Court Guided Tour with Afternoon Tea

6. London: Royal Hampton Court Guided Tour with Afternoon Tea

A perfect all-in-one experience. With a full-day entry ticket, a luxurious and traditional afternoon tea, and a fun and friendly guide showing you around. A traditional Afternoon tea including delicate finger sandwiches, delicious patisseries, and freshly baked scones. Selection of premium teas. To begin, your guide will introduce you to the history of Cardinal Wolsey’s creation which he gifted to Henry in 1528. We will stroll through the courtyards that were witness to great events. Passing under Ann Boleyn’s Gatehouse, where she lived before she was executed, we will see the magnificent baroque palace, Fountain Court, created by Sir Christopher Wren for William III and Mary II. Our tour continues to the restored sunken gardens and then onto the vast Tudor kitchens of Henry’s creation. Finally, we will make our way to the Tiltyard (originally for jousting) for a mouthwatering Afternoon Tea. You will then be free to explore Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor spaces and 60 acres of magnificent gardens as well as have full access to the palace for the remainder of the day. This experience is the perfect blend of a guided tour with refreshments and independent discovery. From the beguiling tales of the legendary Henry VIII and his many wives to the unusual joint rulership of William III and Mary II. A fun, friendly, and knowledgeable guide will welcome you for a 2.5-hour guided experience introducing you to the extraordinary palace and fascinating insights into the lives of the Royalty that lived at Hampton Court. We will then experience the full splendor of Afternoon Tea whilst discussing facts about our Royal family and the intriguing history behind our national drink as well as the ceremony of afternoon tea.

London: Paddington Afternoon Tea Bus Tour with Audio Guide

7. London: Paddington Afternoon Tea Bus Tour with Audio Guide

See central London's highlights as you savor a finger-licking Paddington-themed afternoon tea on this tour in a double-decker Routemaster bus. Find out about the city's sights from an audio and video guide narrated by Paddington and Mrs. Bird, and enjoy unlimited hot drinks. After boarding the iconic London bus at the meeting point, your driver will take you past some of Paddington’s favourite landmarks. As you learn about them from the audio and guide, you'll also hear about some of Paddington's fun adventures and mishaps. During the tour, feast your eyes on Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Hyde Park, Nelson’s Column, Downing Street, St. Paul's Cathedral, Borough Market, Green Park, Piccadilly Circus, and much more. Better yet, enjoy a Paddington-themed afternoon tea with unlimited tea, coffee, and hot chocolate, or soft drinks for the kids. Tuck into a selection of savories, cakes, and scones with jam and cream as you tour London in style.

London: Cutty Sark Entrance Ticket & Afternoon Tea

8. London: Cutty Sark Entrance Ticket & Afternoon Tea

Initially built for the China tea trade and launched in 1869, the Cutty Sark is a wonder of engineering and design which has now been meticulously conserved. Discover the award-winning museum and visitor experience, as you explore the ship in full. Find out what life was like onboard a true survivor of the seas, see the sailors' quarters and take the helm at the ship's wheel. Learn about the ambitious 6-year conservation project which saw the ship raised over 3 meters from the ground. Take the unique opportunity to stand directly underneath this miracle of the oceans and observe her elegant lines and ground-breaking design from the original wooden planks to the iron frames. Then, between 11:30 AM and 2:30 PM, sit down to enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, served on board the Cutty Sark.

London: 4 Course Lunch Tour by Luxury Coach

9. London: 4 Course Lunch Tour by Luxury Coach

After meeting your bus at the Victoria Embankment bus stop 40B, you will be greeted personally before being seated at your own table aboard the top deck of a glass-roofed, luxury coach. During your 2-hour tour, a full 4-course meal, all prepared and cooked fresh on-board, will be served whilst you travel past London's most famous sights. You will encounter St. Paul's, the Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, the Shard, Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, and many more. Enhance your experience by adding a wine pairing option, carefully chosen to bring out the best in each flavourful dish. At the conclusion of this gourmet sightseeing experience, you will be returned to your starting point at the Victoria Embankment.

London: National Gallery Guided Tour and Afternoon Tea

10. London: National Gallery Guided Tour and Afternoon Tea

Discover the amazing art collection on display at London's National Gallery with a guided tour. See the highlights of the collection's 2,600 paintings and learn about some of the most influential pieces of European art. Afterward, enjoy a traditional English tea service at the gallery's restaurant. Start with a guided tour through the highlights of the National Gallery's collection, which houses over 700 years' worth of European art. Wander through the halls filled with masterpieces by artists such as Vermeer, Titian, and Monet. Learn about the histories and meanings behind each painting. Next, head to Ochre, the National Gallery's restaurant, for a traditional afternoon tea service. Immerse yourself in English tradition as you enjoy a range of savory sandwiches, freshly baked scones with jam and clotted cream, seasonal pastries, and coffee and tea.

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They were super accommodating as I bought for the wrong day. We got in and had a wonderful time. The finger foods were great!

It was a perfect way to do som sightseeing and the afternoon tea was very good, the staff was amazing.

Die Bootsfahrt mit Afternnon Tea war fanatisch! Sowohl das Essen als auch der Service waren klasse!

It was wonderful and everyone was very polite!! A beautiful experience!

It was wonderful. Simon was a perfect guide for us!