2 - 2.5 hours
Daily Tour
50 people
English
What is the connection between tea and royalty? The best way to find out is by joining our Local Guide for a private afternoon tea in the royal gardens of Kensington Palace! Enjoy the most authentic experience of British culture, taste Queen Victoria’s delicious cakes, and learn about the royal lifestyle. Take part in a royal tradition!
Book a 2-hour royal afternoon tea with a Private Guide. For this exclusive experience, we chose one of the most prestigious tea rooms in London – the beautiful Orangery of Kensington Palace. This elegant cafe overlooks the Sunken Garden and the 17th-century royal palace known as the birthplace of Queen Victoria, currently occupied by Prince William and his family. Our Local Guide will take you to the palace gardens, sharing fascinating stories about the British royal family along the way. Together, you will enjoy afternoon tea (also known as high tea) with a variety of delicious cakes that are worthy of royalty. Come and enjoy this exclusive experience in the most beautiful setting!
Choose the 2,5-hour to receive skip-the-line tickets to Kensington Palace. This is your chance to visit this royal residence on your own and explore the ornate state apartments and amazing exhibitions on royal history and heritage with the help of the official English-language audio guide in English. Your Private Guide will escort you to the palace and provide all the information, and you’ll avoid waiting in the queue. Enhance your traditional high tea experience with a visit to Kensington Palace!
Kensington Palace Gardens entrance or designated nearby location.
Brief introduction to the history of the palace and gardens.
Stroll through the beautiful Sunken Garden, a favorite spot of Princess Diana.
Enjoy a luxurious selection of tea blends, accompanied by freshly baked scones, pastries, finger sandwiches, and cakes inspired by Queen Victoria’s recipes.
Kensington Palace Gardens entrance or designated nearby location.
Receive skip-the-line tickets for easy access to the palace.
Explore the stunning Sunken Garden and other palace grounds.
Delight in a classic British high tea experience featuring scones, finger sandwiches, cakes, and fine teas.
Highlights include the King’s State Apartments, Queen Victoria’s Rooms, and special exhibitions.
Please check your email the day before the tour for important information. Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. The 2-hour option is an Afternoon Tea without tickets to Kensington Palace. You will visit a cafe located in the palace’s garden and enjoy a tasting of British cakes and small sandwiches. Please advise us in advance of any dietary requirements. Skip-the-line tickets to Kensington Palace are included only in the 2,5-hour option, subject to the palace’s limited opening hours. Tickets are timed, allowing you to skip the line at the ticket office and enter immediately. There are mandatory security checks. The guide will not accompany you inside the palace, but they will provide all the necessary information and help you pick up the audio guide, which is available in English only.
Wheelchair accessible
Member Since 2024
