Kensington Palace Afternoon Tea with Entrance Ticket Option
At a glance
Kensington Palace Afternoon Tea with Entrance Ticket Option is a 2h – 3h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by UK Tours & Activites. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $437.51 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language, Royal High Tea with Kensington Palace Ticket (number of attractions depends on the selected option), Tasting of cakes and tea from the Afternoon Tea menu.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h – 3h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- German, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking
- Ages
- Adult 0–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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2H: British High Tea
from $154.65
Duration: 2 hours: Book a 2-hour tea party at an elegant cafe located on the grounds of Kensington Palace. Includes 1 serving of the Afternoon. ,: Tea (with cakes) per guest. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO060.
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00
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2,5H:BritishHighTea&Kensington
from $207.16
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Choose this option to receive skip-the-line tickets and English audio guide to Kensington Palace and enjoy a 2,5-hour. ,: Afternoon Tea at the palace’s elegant cafe. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO060.
- Days:
- Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Start times:
- 10:00, 11:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Experience the essence of British high culture and learn about the royal lifestyle at a traditional tea party in the Kensington Palace Gardens. Enjoy a royal experience, tea and cake with a Local Guide. Optional skip-the-line tickets to Kensington Palace.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
2-hour: British High Tea
Book a 2-hour tea party at an elegant cafe located on the grounds of Kensington Palace. Includes 1 serving of the Afternoon Tea (with cakes) per guest.
2,5-hour: British High Tea & Kensington Palace Tickets (ENGLISH ONLY)
Choose this option to receive skip-the-line tickets and English audio guide to Kensington Palace and enjoy a 2,5-hour Afternoon Tea at the palace’s elegant cafe.
Why do British people love drinking tea so much? The best way to find out is by joining our Local Guide at a private afternoon tea in the royal gardens of Kensington Palace!
What's included
What's included
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
- Royal High Tea with Kensington Palace Ticket (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- Tasting of cakes and tea from the Afternoon Tea menu
- Table reservation at the Kensington Palace Pavilion
- Skip-the-line tickets and English audio guide to Kensington Palace (2,5-hour option only)
Not included
- Additional food and drinks
- Skip-the-line tickets and English audio guide to Kensington Palace (in the 2-hour option)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Meet your guide in front of the Hux Hotel, 7-9 Kensington High St, London W8 5NP, United Kingdom. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
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Stop 2 · 2h
Royal afternoon tea with a Private Guide. For this exclusive experience, we chose one of the most prestigious tea rooms in London - the Kensington Palace Pavilion. This elegant cafe overlooks the Sunken Garden and the Kensington Palace, the 17th-century royal residence known as the birthplace of Queen Victoria and currently occupied by Prince William, Kate, Princess of Wales, and their children.
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! -
Stop 3 · 20m
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!
Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of the Hux Hotel, 7-9 Kensington High St, London W8 5NP, United Kingdom. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Traveller ratings
5.0
1 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
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- 1 ★ 0
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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 tea and cakes. 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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Kensington Palace Afternoon Tea with Entrance Ticket Option take?
The experience lasts about 2h – 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $437.51 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language; Royal High Tea with Kensington Palace Ticket (number of attractions depends on the selected option); Tasting of cakes and tea from the Afternoon Tea menu; Table reservation at the Kensington Palace Pavilion; Skip-the-line tickets and English audio guide to Kensington Palace (2,5-hour option only).
Where does it start?
Meet your guide in front of the Hux Hotel, 7-9 Kensington High St, London W8 5NP, United Kingdom. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
