LONDON
London’s best days out.
London gives you more options than any one trip can use. These are the 15 afternoon tea & food experiences travellers rate highest, with what each one costs, how long it runs and where to book it.
2-hour Thames evening cruise from Tower Millennium Pier with one bubbly glass, canapés, and live chill music as London lights up.
Most Popular“A wonderful evening to celebrate a special birthday with friends. Enjoyed the views of London, despite the rain, the bubbly, the canapes and the chill out music - 5 stars to the singer!”
A 90-minute London double-decker afternoon tea with Prosecco, great views of iconic landmarks, and a satisfyingly generous tea spread.
“Great experience, we all loved it! Food was amazing, catered for as a pescatarian (would normally just be given cheese), which was really refreshing! Plenty of time to relax and take it all in. Driver and guide really friendly, we were looked after from start to finish. Would recommend 😊”
Fast-track London Eye ride with VIP Eye Lounge access and a glass of Moët Champagne, plus host-led views of Big Ben and Westminster.
“My experience was amazing , Amalie Lindback is a wonderful friendly host that created a unique and safe environment for us to experience the London eye. She guided us well to the VIP lounge and helped take our photos as well as given much educated information on London. We truly enjoyed her time and the…”
Make classic English scones in central London with tea, learn the jam-and-cream tradition, and take home four scones plus a certificate.
“My husband and I really enjoyed this workshop! It was fun and educational and something we will tell stories about for years to come! Oh and our scones were delicious, even our take home leftovers! We loved learning all about clotted cream too. I highly recommend it!!”
Traditional afternoon tea under the British Museum’s glass roof, with organic floral teas and scones with clotted cream and jam.
“The restaurant within the British museum is very nice. There are a lot of steps to reach it though. Our food was nice, especially the scones with jam & clotted cream.”
Guided walk in Kensington Palace Gardens plus traditional afternoon tea in the Orangery, with sandwiches, scones, cakes, and royal stories.
“The tour was fantastic! We had the best time learning all about Kensington Gardens and the royals. The tea service was excellent and Simon was an absolutely wonderful guide.”
Cruise past London’s biggest sights while enjoying a fresh 6-course gourmet dinner on a glass-roof luxury coach, with optional wine pairing.
“What a great way to get a taste of London (pun intended). Easy to find and be seated after meeting the chef. The upper level of the bus was gorgeous, and everyone was so attentive. Light music and lighting completed the ambiance. The trip through London allowed us to see all the sites, and follow…”
Mayfair to Covent Garden cheese crawl with Fortnum & Mason tastings, Stilton, Italian drunk cheese, Prosecco, and QUIZtro Formaggio.
“Fun afternoon out in London Town, excellent places visited, lovely cheese samples and prosecco enroute. Stopped at places and learnt history of things I would never have known. Great activity to do with friends.”
Make classic London scones in Balham, choose classic, cheese or sultana, bake fresh, then enjoy jam, clotted cream, and tea.
“This class was so fun and my instructor Lola was so warm and welcoming! It’s a cute little room, and everything was all set up and ready for me at my station when I got there. The scones turned out so beautiful and delicious, and I learned some great baking techniques that will help me…”
Savor classic London afternoon tea at The Rubens at the Palace, with elegant savories, scones with clotted cream, and tea or champagne.
“Such a great way to experience the royalty of British culture. Food & service was great - It is just a tad expensive but most high end afternoon teas are.”
National Gallery guided highlights plus Ochre afternoon tea with scones, sandwiches, pastries, and coffee. A 3-hour art-and-tea London stop.
“Emily was excellent. Just the right amount of information.”
Walk Kensington Palace Gardens with a VIP guide, optional palace access, then relax with royal afternoon tea in the Orangery at Kensington Palace.
“Just wrapped up an amazing day at Kensington Palace, and I can’t recommend the garden tour and high tea enough! Our tour guide, Mike, was absolutely wonderful—so knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the palace and its stunning gardens. He brought the stories to life, making the experience even more special. One of the…”
Afternoon tea under Cutty Sark plus entry to the ship museum. Walk beneath the copper hull and enjoy classic British tea treats.
“The food was excellent. great value for money with entrance to The Cutty Sark boat included. I would have given it 5 stars if the afternoon tea tables were maybe away from the general public with children running about screaming past us. I feel they needed to be more away from the cafe. Would recommend…”
Afternoon tea at The Milestone Hotel in London with classic sandwiches, fresh scones, pastries, and an optional glass of Champagne.
“Amazing! I highly recommend, it’s a bit on the pricey side, but so so worth it! The staff is super friendly & professional. You can get refills & take leftovers home. It’s a beautiful place aswell!”
Fast Track into Madame Tussauds plus Champagne Bar access with a complimentary drink, archive moments, Spirit of London, and Avengers 4D.
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