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Best 5 afternoon tea tours in London

Treat yourself to a London afternoon tea experience with a twist, with the best afternoon tea tours in the capital.
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Combine your finger sandwiches, cakes and scones with spotting top attractions, join a themed afternoon tea bus tour through the capital or jump onboard an afternoon tea Thames river cruise.

1. Thames river cruise with afternoon tea

Afternoon tea river cruise. Image courtesy of Red Letter Days.
Float along the river and admire London from the water during an afternoon tea river cruise on the Thames, taking in the capital's iconic skyline, from the Houses of Parliament to The Shard. A cup of tea in one hand, a scone in the other, it's not a bad way to spend an afternoon in London. Read More
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2. B Bakery afternoon tea bus tour

B Bakery London's afternoon tea bus tour. Image courtesy of Brigit's Afternoon Tea Bus Tour.
Hop on an iconic London double-decker bus and explore London during the B Bakery Afternoon Tea bus tour. Enjoy recorded commentary as you see sights such as the London Eye, Big Ben and Nelson's Column while tucking into sweet and savoury delights. Read More
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3. Gin afternoon tea bus tour with Bridget’s Bakery *

Brigit's Bakery afternoon tea bus tour. Image courtesy of Red Letter Days.
If you're looking for something extra special for gin-lovers, Brigit's Bakery gin afternoon tea London bus tour is the perfect way to mix sighsteeing and sipping. Enjoy tea and gin cocktails, and indulge in cakes, sandwiches and pastries with a French twist, while passing the likes of the Houses of Parliament and the Royal Albert Hall on a vintage Routemaster bus. Read More *
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4. Vintage London bus tour, river cruise and champagne cream tea at Harrods *

Vintage London Bus Tour and Tea at Harrods. Image courtesy of Red Letter Days.
Hop on a vintage London bus and take in iconic sights such as Westminster Abbey and Big Ben, before seeing the city from the water aboard a Uber Boat by Thames Clippers. Complete your tour with a delightful visit to Harrods Tea Rooms for a delicious cream tea which includes scones with clotted cream and jam, and a glass of bubbly! Read More *
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5. Bustronome afternoon tea bus tour

Bustronome afternoon tea bus tour. Image courtesy of Bustronome.
Experience 360-degree views from Bustronome's afternoon tea London bus tour. This double-decker bus has a glass roof, so there's nothing to block your view of the capital's Insta-worthy sights! Offering a gourmet afternoon tea to match the stunning surroundings, this is the perfect luxury afternoon tea bus tour. Read More
There are plenty of ways to enjoy afternoon tea in London, experience an unusual afternoon tea or sip on bubbles with a champagne afternoon tea.

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