Buckingham Palace tour with afternoon tea

Combine two London must-do activities with a Buckingham Palace tour and afternoon tea this summer.

Feel like royalty as you wander the grand and iconic 19 State Rooms in Buckingham Palace, the official residence of King Charles III.

End the day with afternoon tea, the ultimate British tradition, delighting your senses with delicious savoury treats and sweet freshly baked goods.

Visit Buckingham Palace

Start the day with a tour of Buckingham Palace, the iconic royal residence and the administrative headquarters of the Royal Household.

Explore the 19 State Rooms, each exquisitely decorated and filled with many historical artefacts and treasures.

See this year’s special exhibition, The King's Tour Artists exhibition, featuring more than 70 works of art from His Majesty's own collection, many on public display for the first time. End the tour with a walk along the south side of the palace's gardens, from which you can see the lake.

Afternoon tea options after the Buckingham Palace tour

Afternoon tea at The Wellington Hotel

After your visit to Buckingham Palace, make your way to The Wellington Hotel (71 Vincent Square, London, SW1P 2PA) to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea experience.

Indulge in a range of finger sandwiches, warm scones with seasonal jams, pastries and fine teas.

Download The Wellington Hotel afternoon tea menu [PDF 4.2 MB]

If choosing this option, select 10.30am or 12.30pm as departure time. The tea will be served at The Wellington Hotel between 1.30pm and 5.30pm (with last seating at 5pm).

Afternoon tea bus tour with London sights

Alternatively, if you’re not quite done exploring, hop aboard a panoramic afternoon tea tour bus to tick off even more iconic London sights. Greeted by a glass of prosecco, indulge in delightful sweet and savoury treats as you bus your way around London.

Download the afternoon tea bus tour menu [PDF 1.33 MB]

If choosing this option, select 10.30am as departure time. The bus departs from Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SH at 3.15pm and lasts approximately 90 minutes. Please check in 15 minutes before departure.

How to book tickets

Book your tickets now for the Buckingham Palace tour and afternoon tea using the booking button on this page.

Can you have afternoon tea at Buckingham Palace?

No, visitors cannot have tea inside Buckingham Palace. However, this tour package includes afternoon tea near the palace, at The Wellington Hotel.

Buckingham Palace tour and afternoon tea FAQs

Are vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free afternoon teas available?

There are vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free afternoon tea choices available on request.

Is this experience suitable for children?

The Buckingham Palace tour and afternoon tea package is suitable for all ages.

Where do I meet for the Buckingham Palace tour?

The meeting point for the Buckingham Palace tour is outside the King's Gallery Entrance (Buckingham Palace, SW1A 1AA).

How do I get from Buckingham Palace to afternoon tea?

• Palace entry and afternoon tea at The Wellington Hotel - After your visit to Buckingham Palace, take a short-walk to The Wellington Hotel (71 Vincent Square, London, SW1P 2PA) where afternoon tea is served between 1.30pm and 5.30pm, with the last seating at 5pm.
• Palace entry and afternoon tea bus - After your visit to Buckingham Palace, take a 10-minute walk to the departure point for the afternoon tea bus (Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SH). Check in is at 3pm and the departure time is 3.15pm.