{"id":10280,"date":"2022-03-22T09:09:10","date_gmt":"2022-03-22T09:09:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goldentours.com\/travelblog?p=10280"},"modified":"2025-07-23T15:35:31","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T14:35:31","slug":"the-10-best-places-in-london-to-have-afternoon-tea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goldentours.com\/travelblog\/the-10-best-places-in-london-to-have-afternoon-tea","title":{"rendered":"Best Places to have Afternoon Tea in London"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

There\u2019s nothing more quintessentially British than a spot of afternoon tea<\/a>, especially in London\u2019s most iconic locations. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together the best and most affordable afternoon tea in London so you can treat yourself without feeling guilty. And really, who can turn down a traditional afternoon tea with scrumptious cakes and pastries and a glass of champagne?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Afternoon Tea Cruise on the Thames<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Imagine a beaming summer\u2019s day in the capital and you\u2019re cruising along the Thames on one of Bateaux\u2019s beautiful boats. You\u2019re soaking in sights of famous landmarks such as the London Eye sparkling in the sunshine and the majestic St Paul\u2019s Cathedral. You\u2019re relaxing as you cruise <\/a>the waters before indulging in a delicious\u00a0afternoon tea on the Thames<\/a>\u00a0\u2014 utter bliss!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Afternoon Tea Bus Tour<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If you\u2019re after a unique tea experience, then our Afternoon Tea Bus<\/a> is sure to set those taste buds tingling. After all, two of the most popular things to do on any visit to London are to see the iconic sights and enjoy a spot of tea. Our exclusively designed tea bus ensures that you can do both on one very special afternoon. Delight in traditional scones, sandwiches and sweet treats as you whizz past the famous landmarks of the city.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Afternoon Tea at The British Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Ah, the British Museum. One of the many brilliant wonders of London that attracts thousands of tourists (and Londoners) every year. Dedicated to human history with so much art you won\u2019t know where to look first, the British Museum will take you on a time machine with every step (with no DeLorean in sight!). After all that adventuring, you\u2019ll be ready for a pot of earl grey. So, it\u2019s lucky afternoon tea is served in the British Museum<\/a> itself!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Champagne Afternoon Tea at Theatre Royal Drury Lane<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Discover the opulent and delectable world of Champagne Afternoon Tea at Theatre Royal Drury Lane<\/a>. One of the oldest theatre sites in the world, and visited by every British Monarch since 1660, where better to experience a quintessentially British custom than here? Hosted in the elegant Grand Saloon, it is under sparkling chandeliers, ornate ceilings, and fine art that you too can feast upon warm, golden scones with salted whipped butter, cream, and jam and sip from a selection of teas and Taittinger Champagne.\u00a0There\u2019s plenty of indulgent sweet and savoury treats to delight in too.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Science Afternoon Tea<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Set in London’s glorious South Kensington, the Ampersand Hotel offers an experience like no other that’s perfect for children\u00a0and adults alike. Inspired by the nearby Science Museum, the Ampersand offers a concoction of chocolate spacemen, dinosaur biscuits, jams in petri dishes and many other sweet and savoury treats inspired by science’s weird and wonderful. Opt for tea, coffee or a glass of Champagne \u2014 it would be rude not to.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sherlock’s Afternoon Tea<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Fancy cracking a mystery puzzle all whilst tucking into freshly prepared golden scones, savouries and homemade sweet treats? Then wander into the secret speakeasy, The Mind Palace<\/a>, on Baker Street for a unique twist to a rather traditional British ritual. Play London\u2019s iconic detective and test your skills of deduction (and a selection of freshly brewed tea) to solve the original case. Do you think you have what it takes?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Whether you\u2019re looking for cheap afternoon tea in London or something indulgent, there\u2019s so much cake and pastry in the capital that you\u2019re spoilt for choice. See all our afternoon tea London offers here<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Don’t forget to snap up your indulgent treats and share them with us @goldentoursuk<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n