The Kensington Palace Gardens Royal High Tea
London, Englandby Top Tasting Tours
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 15 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
Experience the original Royal English Tea with traditional sandwiches, cakes & scones in the 18th Century Tea Room by the Palace on your private table. First, we stroll around Kensington Gardens & learn of its long history. We will see the beautiful gardens Albert created for his wife Queen Victoria & take in the spectacular views as we approach the Palace where Prince Harry and William grew up. After viewing Diana's statue, we will then enjoy the full splendour of High Tea. . All Food & Beverage Service includes Service Charge. . The tour itself does not include any gratuities & are entirely at your discretion . Alcohol is not included. A drinks menu is available when you visit for a supplementary cost. - This option does not include Palace Entry (High Season £24.70 at the gate). Choose the "Palace Entry" option to add a ticket to your booking.
What's included
- Learn of the 1000 year history of Hyde Park from the Conquest in 1066 to the present day
- Entrance to Kensington Palace (if selected at Checkout)
- See the spectacular Italian Garden - loved by filmmakers and Royals a great photo stop
- Small Group Tour . Typically 2-8, maximum group size 12.
- See Princess Diana's favourite haunts & Statue & learn of her life and loves from your local guide
- Private table exclusively for you with a Full Afternoon Tea
- Entry to Kensington Palace (unless selected at check out)
- Guide Gratuities are at your discretion
- Available at extra cost at the venue
Itinerary
- 1
Stop 1
Pass by
This is the meeting point. Our group tours are typically for 2-8 guests and we will have additional guides should we have many more as we want to give you a personal experience
- 2
Kensington Gardens
Pass by
There is so much history to learn, whether it is hunting in the park or Henry's multiple wives we will share stories as we we squirrels and dogs playing in the parkland
- 3
Italian Gardens
15 min
A romantic experience and an early highlight of the tour. The gardens were created 165 years ago and have been the scene for many films and weddings.
- 4
Peter Pan Statue
10 min
Everyone loves Peter Pan and the stories of the Crocodile and Captain Hook. Your guide will share other interesting details that make the site special to Londoners
- 5
Physical Energy Statue
Pass by
Commanding views to the Albert Hall, the Palace and Henry Moore's Arch this Bronze is the Centrepiece of the Garden
- 6
Round Pond
10 min
Home to wildlife and dedicated model boat enthusiasts the Pond is filled to the brim with pure spring water and teaming with birds enjoying their freedom
- 7
Kensington Palace
10 min
The Sunken Garden is another highlight of the tour. This is where you will find Princess Diana's Statue and the most beautiful arrangement of water, plants and shrubs
- 8
Kensington Palace
45 min
We enter the 300 year old tea room and take tea like a Royal provided by Palace Staff and served in English China with your expert guide providing information on the ceremony of Afternoon Tea
Meeting and pickup
IMPORTANT: DO NOT GO TO THE PALACE. WE DO NOT MEET THERE We meet outside of Queensway Underground Station - There is only 1 Entrance (Next to Chinese Restaurant) - Please wait outside the station (next to the red phone box)
End point
After the experience you can walk back to Queensway Station or Kensington High St in 10 minutes where buses, trains and taxis are available
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for those that find walking difficult
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- Some park surfaces are uneven and there are steps
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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