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Royal Afternoon Tea at Kensington Palace with Walking Tour of the Gardens

Queensway, London W2 4SS, UK · 2 hrs · Suitable for all ages

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Duration2 hrs

AgeSuitable for all ages

VenueQueensway, London W2 4SS, UK

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About Royal Afternoon Tea at Kensington Palace with Walking Tour of the Gardens

Royal Afternoon Tea at Kensington Palace Tickets

This exceptional Royal Afternoon Tea at Kensington Palace combines a guided walk through the historic palace gardens with a traditional British afternoon tea service. You'll explore the magnificent grounds where generations of royalty have lived, including Princess Diana, Queen Victoria, and current royal family members, while learning about the palace's 300-year history from your expert guide.

The experience includes freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, elegant finger sandwiches with classic fillings, and an assortment of delicate pastries and cakes, all served on fine china. Your guide will take you through hidden corners of the palace gardens, including the sunken garden recently redesigned in honour of Princess Diana, sharing compelling stories about royal scandals, political intrigue, and daily life of Britain's most famous family members throughout different historical periods.

Highlights

Guided walk through Kensington Palace gardens with expert commentary on 300 years of royal history
Traditional afternoon tea service featuring scones, finger sandwiches, pastries, and premium tea selection
Visit to the sunken garden redesigned in honour of Princess Diana
Small group experience limited to 16 people for personalised attention
Stories about famous residents including Queen Victoria, Princess Margaret, and Princess Diana
Professional photography opportunities throughout the palace gardens

Plan Your Visit to Kensington Palace

The complete experience lasts approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, including both the guided garden walk and full afternoon tea service. Tours begin at the main Kensington Palace entrance on Kensington Palace Gardens, and you should arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start time for check-in.

Smart casual attire is recommended for the afternoon tea service, with comfortable walking shoes essential for the garden portions. The tour operates in most weather conditions, with covered seating areas available during inclement weather and umbrellas provided if needed. Children aged 8 and above are welcome, with child-friendly menu options available.

The tour concludes near the palace entrance, making it convenient to continue exploring. You might consider visiting the nearby Hyde Park guided walking tour or exploring other royal attractions like Buckingham Palace State Rooms to complete your royal London experience.

Why you'll love it

✓Guided walk through Kensington Palace gardens with an expert
✓Tread grounds where Princess Diana and Queen Victoria once lived
✓Three centuries of royal history told by your knowledgeable guide
✓Traditional British afternoon tea served in a royal palace setting
✓Home to current royal family members as well as celebrated past monarchs

What’s included

Included

✓Guided walking tour of Kensington Palace gardens
✓Traditional British afternoon tea service
✓Freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam
✓Elegant finger sandwiches with classic fillings

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Duration

2 hrs

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Opening times

10:00-18:00 10:00-18:00 10:00-18:00 10:00-18:00 10:00-18:00 10:00-18:00 10:00-18:00

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Age

Suitable for all ages

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 h

Know before you go

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Queensway, London W2 4SS, UK

Bayswater Road

Audience reviews

★★★★★

3.7(6)

“Experiences here are mixed, sitting at 3.7 out of 5. When the tour runs well, guides like Doug earn real praise for being knowledgeable, funny and well paced, with the afternoon tea itself a highlight. However, some visitors noted last minute cancellations and a guide who walked too quickly for those with mobility needs.”

Summary of 6 visitor reviews aggregated from booking partners.