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London Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at the Palace, Buckingham Palace, 2 hr

TourTruth score 5.0 out of 10

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  • London, United Kingdom
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Enjoy traditional afternoon tea and Royal Mews views in the Palace Lounge at The Rubens, steps from Buckingham Palace in London.

About this tour

Settle into the bright Palace Lounge at The Rubens at the Palace for afternoon tea with a royal view. Just steps from Buckingham Palace, this London Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at the Palace looks out over the Royal Mews, where royal carriages come and go.

Over 120 minutes, enjoy a traditional spread of sandwiches, freshly made pastries, and scones served with clotted cream and fruit preserve, alongside beverages. Choose the Champagne option to add a glass; Champagne is served only to guests aged 18 or older. Menus are samples and may vary. Vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options are available with at least 72 hours’ notice, though the hotel cannot guarantee dishes free from allergens or intolerances.

Arrive 15 minutes before your timeslot and dress smart casual. Victoria station is nearby, with Underground and National Rail connections. Book this London Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at the Palace for a relaxed pause beside one of the city’s most iconic royal landmarks.

Highlights

  • Admire views of the Royal Mews from the Palace Lounge
  • Savor sandwiches, freshly made pastries, and traditional scones
  • Enjoy a glass of Champagne when you select that option

What's included

Included

  • Afternoon tea
  • Beverages
  • Glass of Champagne when the Champagne option is selected

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks available to purchase
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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Important information

  • Arrive 15 minutes before your booked timeslot
  • Smart-casual dress required; sportswear, flip-flops, and non-tailored shorts are not permitted
  • Share dietary requests at least 72 hours in advance; vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options are available, but allergen-free dishes cannot be guaranteed
  • Champagne is available only to guests aged 18 and over
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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Victoria station is nearby, with Victoria, Circle, and District lines and National Rail
  • Full refund or date change available up to 24 hours before; cancellations within 24 hours are charged in full
  • Menus are samples and may vary

Frequently asked questions

Where is the afternoon tea served?

It is served in the Palace Lounge at The Rubens at the Palace, 39 Buckingham Palace Road, London.

How long does the experience last?

The experience lasts 120 minutes.

When should I arrive?

Please arrive 15 minutes before your booked timeslot.

Can dietary requirements be accommodated?

Vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options are available. Share requests at least 72 hours in advance; allergen-free dishes cannot be guaranteed.

What is the cancellation policy?

A full refund or date change is available up to 24 hours before the experience. Cancellations within 24 hours are charged in full.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.51 from 265 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.0.

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