Private Tour
2 hours
Mobile ticket
The Rubens at the Palace Hotel is a luxurious, 5-star venue situated a stone's throw away from the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace. Relax and enjoy traditional afternoon tea in the lavish Palace Lounge, a bright, open space with panoramic views of The Queen's stables. Watch the comings and goings of the royal carriages as you dine on a selection of sumptuous sandwiches, delectable, fresh-made pastries and traditional scones with clotted cream and fruit preserve.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive at the hotel 15 minutes prior to your booked timeslot
Allergies / Dietary Restrictions: Please inform us of any special requests with 72 hours-notice. Please note that due to the nature of their business and offering the hotel cannot guarantee 100% allergen or intolerant free recipes/dishes. Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Gluten-Free options available, Please contact us after the booking.
Menus listed are samples and subject to variations.
Dress code: Smart casual. We respectfully ask guests to refrain from wearing sportswear, flip-flops, and non-tailored shorts. Guest not adhering to the dress code policy will not be permitted entry into our restaurants and bars
A full refund or date change will be offered up to 24 hours before travel. Cancellations inside 24 hours will be charged at 100%
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Glass of Champagne (if selected this option)
Afternoon tea
Beverages
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
THE RUBENS ROYAL AFTERNOON TEA (a sample menu) Sandwiches Smoked Scottish Salmon & Horseradish Cream Cheese Coronation Chicken & Toasted Almonds Ham, Cheese & Tomato Chutney Egg & Watercress Cucumber & Cream Cheese Scones Traditional Plain Honey & White Chocolate Served with homemade seasonal fruit preserve & clotted cream Pastries THE CROWN - Cinnamon chocolate mousse, brownie biscuit, coconut marshmallow FRUIT FROM THE QUEEN’S ORCHARD - Seasonal glazed fruit-shaped mousse with compote ROYAL MACARON - Caramelised apples, coffee whipped ganache SEASONAL RUBENS ÉCLAIR - A choice of a seasonal éclair by the pastry chef BREAD & BUTTER - Sourdough bread pudding cream, rose and raspberry, lemon sponge tart A choice of fine teas from P.M. DAVID SILVA & SONS Choose from a selection of black, green, white and herbal teas.
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THE RUBENS ROYAL AFTERNOON TEA
A selection of Sandwiches A selection of Scones A selection of Pastries A selection of Teas Glass of Champagne (If option selected)
Afternoon tea
Including a glass of Champagne
229 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Suzel,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
A great way to spend a rainy afternoon, Lovely setting, excellent selection, professional staff. Definitely worthwhile.
Tricia M,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
According to The Ruben hotel I was the only person that had signed up for High Tea. No guide showed up. I had high tea alone - which was very good. But I could have signed up directly with the Hotel rather than pay a premium to Viator. This is the 2nd tour in London that this occurred.
Andra T,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
Attentive staff, great atmosphere, and an overall worthwhile experience! Recommend the champagne upgrade!
Kathryn J,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
It was lovely to sit and relaxe with a very nice cup off tea and nice food, the staff were friendly.
Yvonne B,
Sep 22, 2025
- Viator
Ruebens was amazing, the atmosphere was British Elegance, the food top class and the staff charming. We had drinks in the bar beforehand, the prices were typical of this kind if establishment. I recommend it gighly
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