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15 themed and quirky afternoon teas to try in London

Enjoy a fresh take on tradition with these fun and unusual afternoon teas in London.
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A dining table with display boxes full of cakes and candy floss, scones on plates, glasses of champagne and a teapot, cup and saucers
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych. Image courtesy of One Aldwych.

Sit down for a themed afternoon tea and sweet treats at an interesting venue, take high tea on the move or enjoy themed food and drink at various different venues. Book a spot now to enjoy a quirky afternoon tea in London.

Quirky afternoon teas in London

1. Afternoon tea bus with panoramic tour of London

Take an afternoon tea aboard a panoramic tour of London, the perfect occasion for these famous selfies! © Photos.london

Spot London's most iconic landmarks while enjoying a quintessentially British afternoon tea aboard a stylish doubledecker bus. As you soak up the sights from the comfort of your seat, you'll tuck into delightful sweet and savoury treats including sandwiches, pastries and scones.


Where: Departing from Belgravia (Golden Tours Stop 1, Bulleid Way, London SW1W 9SR)

Where:

Stop 1, Bulleid Way, London, SW1W 9SR

Price:

From £49.00

2. Afternoon tea at the Cutty Sark

Afternoon tea at the Cutty Sark. Image courtesy of Red Letter Days.

Indulge in a special afternoon tea at the Cutty Sark, while sitting beneath the iconic copper-clad hull. Enjoy a selection of delicious teatime staples including homemade finger sandwiches, fresh scones with clotted cream and jam and sweet treats. Complete your visit by exploring the famous Cutty Sark ship, which is included with entry.


Where: Cutty Sark (King William Walk, Greenwich, SE10 9HT)

Where:

4-6 Ballast Quay, London, SE10 9PD

Price:

From £47.00

3. Afternoon tea cruise on the Thames

Delight in sweet and savoury treats aboard a river Thames cruise. Image courtesy of City Cruises.

Enjoy a classic afternoon tea with a twist, as you combine a river sightseeing cruise with a quintessentially British dining experience. Tick off many of London’s most iconic landmarks while tucking into sweet and savoury delights and enjoying the views from the open upper deck.

 

Where: Departing from Tower Millennium Pier (EC3N 4DT)

Where:

Tower Millennium Pier, London, EC3N 4DT

Price:

From £83.00

4. Brigit's Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

Join a Brigit's Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour for a fun ride around London. Image courtesy of Brigit's Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour.

Hop aboard a vintage routemaster bus and tour London, spotting iconic sights along the way, while indulging in colourful cupcakes and dainty finger sandwiches. Hook up to the audio guide on Brigit's Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour and see The London Eye, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and many more landmarks.

 

Where: Departing from Northumberland Avenue or Victoria Coach Station (Depending on time booked, check ticket for confirmation)

Where:

8 Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5BY

Price:

From £70.00

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Themed afternoon teas in London

5. "Here We Go Again" afternoon tea bus tour

Step aboard the "Here We Go Again" afternoon tea bus tour of London for a unique afternoon tea experience. Image courtesy of Golden Tours.

Step onboard the iconic doubledecker bus for the "Here We Go Again" afternoon tea bus tour. Tuck into delicious sweet and savoury afternoon tea treats, see London's famous landmarks pass by from the comfort of your seat and singalong to ABBA's greatest hits!

 

Where: Departing from Belgravia (Golden Tours Stop 1, Bulleid Way, London SW1W 9SR)

Where:

Stop 1, Bulleid Way, London, SW1W 9SR

Price:

From £49.00

6. The Snowman afternoon tea bus tour

Indulge in a festive afternoon tea with The Snowman-themed treats aboard The Snowman™ afternoon tea bus tour. Image courtesy of Golden Tours.

Step aboard a festive double-decker bus for a Snowman afternoon tea tour of London. Enjoy themed sweet and savoury treats, warming drinks and storytelling as landmarks glide past – all to the soundtrack of the beloved Christmas classic.

 

Where: Choose between London Eye departure (SE1 7NA) or Aldwych departure (The Waldorf, Bus Stop D)

Where:

Tourist bus stop, 1 Belvedere Road, London, SE1 7NA

Price:

From £39.00

7. Science Afternoon Tea at The Ampersand Hotel

Science Afternoon Tea at The Ampersand Hotel. Image courtesy of The Ampersand Hotel.

Get hands-on at The Ampersand Hotel's Science Afternoon Tea. Drawing inspiration from the nearby Science Museum, you can dig to discover a dinosaur biscuit, dish up sweet treats from petri dishes and munch on some stellar space-themed cakes.

 

Cost: £66.99 per person
Where: South Kensington (The Ampersand Hotel, 10 Harrington Rd, South Kensington, SW7 3ER)

 

 

8. Peter Pan Afternoon Tea at Aqua Shard

Peter Pan Afternoon Tea at Aqua Shard. Image courtesy of Bacchus Agency.

Go on a magical adventure with Aqua Shard’s Peter Pan Afternoon Tea. Gaze out across London and imagine you're best pals with the boy who never grew up, as you sip on a Fairy Dust cocktail, enjoy The Lost Boys chicken and bacon sandwiches, and delight in cakes such as the Tinker Bell with its touch of gold fairy dust.

 

Cost: £70 per person
Where: The Shard (Aqua Shard, London Bridge, SE1 9RY)
Where:

Level 31 The Shard, 31 St Thomas Street, London, SE1 9RY

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4.0Based on 17,997 reviews

9. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych. Image courtesy of One Aldwych.

Tuck into weird and wonderful creations inspired by Roald Dahl's much-loved book with the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych. Enjoy the likes of “Not-quite-as-it-seems beetroot macaron”, “Blue as a blueberry cake pop” and scones with snozzberry jam.

 

Cost: £70 per person
Where: Covent Garden (One Aldwych, WC2B 4BZ)

Where:

Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych

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10. Afternoon tea at Lucky Cat 22 Bishopsgate

Settle in for a gorgeous Asian-inspired afternoon tea with sweeping views from the 60th floor at Lucky Cat 22 Bishopsgate by Gordon Ramsay. Treat yourself to an assortment of nigiri and Asian-flavoured sandwiches, followed by delightful sweet treats, such as yuzu meringue tartlets, matcha and strawberry sando, and miso brownie. Wash it all down with a beautiful selection of classic, herbal and floral teas, or elevate your experience with a champagne or sparkling sake upgrade (extra cost).

 

Cost: £50 per person
Where: City of London (22 Bishopsgate, EC2N 4AJ)

Where:

22 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4AJ

11. Afternoon tea at Burger Bites

Burger Bites afternoon tea. Image courtesy of Red Letter Days.

Slide on down to Burger Bites, which puts a burger-themed twist on an afternoon tea. Choose six mini burgers, which are served on a tiered stand alongside cakes that resemble burgers – the perfect treat for a burger aficionado!

 

Cost: £24.99 per person
Where: Camden (72 Chalk Farm Road, Camden, NW1 8AN)

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12. Sketch Gallery afternoon tea

Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday this May by visiting Sketch in Bloom and enjoy their themed afternoon tea. Image courtesy of Sketch.

Enjoy a colourful afternoon tea in this Instagram-worthy venue decked out with copper-coloured walls and bright yellow furnishings. Sketch Gallery offers up a cornucopia of edible delights, including bright cakes, fresh scones and fruit tarts, as well as scrumptious finger sandwiches.

 

Cost: £80 per person
Where: Mayfair (Sketch, 9 Conduit Street, W1S 2XG)
Where:

9 Conduit Street, Mayfair, London, W1S 2XG

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4.0Based on 3,531 reviews

13. Art Afternoon Tea at Rosewood London

Kusama Art Afternoon Tea at Rosewood London © Patricia Niven. Image courtesy of Rosewood London.

Delight in pastries inspired by contemporary artists and their works with Rosewood London's Art Afternoon Tea, served in its Mirror Room. This afternoon tea menu changes regularly and is full of colourful creations based on the latest exhibitions in London. Pair your tea with champagne as part of this arty treat.

 

Cost: £75 per person
Where: Bloomsbury (252 High Holborn, WC1V 7EN)

Where:

252 High Holborn, London, WC1V 7EN

14. Prêt-à-Portea at The Berkeley

Prêt-à-Portea festive afternoon tea at The Berkeley. Image courtesy of The Berkeley.

Channel your inner fashionista with this stylish afternoon tea at The Berkeley Hotel. Inspired by the latest catwalk designs and famous brands, the collection changes with the seasons, and has featured the likes of a red velvet cake inspired by the Lady Dior Handbag and a Moschino million dollar note-topped pistachio delice.

 

Cost: £85 per person
Where: Knightsbridge (The Berkeley Hotel, Wilton Place, SW1X 7RL)
Where:

Wilton Place, Knightsbirdge, London, SW1X 7RL

Price:

From £327.83

Tripadvisor Traveller Rating:

4.6Based on 1,672 reviews

15. The Ultimate Afternoon Tea at The Cookery School

Have a go at making your own savoury bites and sweet treats with The Ultimate Afternoon Tea course run by The Cookery School at Little Portland Street. Join friends or family in crafting cakes, sandwiches, pastries and scones. At the end of your class, you’ll sit down to your creations with a glass of sparkling wine or a soft drink.

 

Cost: £165 per person
Where: Oxford Circus (15B Little Portland Street, Oxford Circus, W1W 8BW)
Where:

15b Little Portland Street, London, W1W 8BW

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4.8Based on 419 reviews

Is there a dress code for quirky afternoon teas in London?

There is no set dress code for a quirky afternoon tea in London. However, some venues have strict dress codes such as no sportswear, trainers or jeans so make sure to check with the venue before attending.

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