Afternoon Tea with Castle Views in Edinburgh

Overview

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1 hour 30 minutes

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Discover Edinburgh’s most exclusive Afternoon Tea experience in the city’s most iconic tea room — a venue steeped in authenticity and history.

Every detail has been carefully curated to offer you an unforgettable experience, complete with spectacular views of Edinburgh Castle.

Savour a selection of premium Scottish teas, thoughtfully chosen to showcase the country’s unique flavours and rich traditions. All accompaniments — from freshly baked scones to delicate cakes and savoury bites — are handmade on site, ensuring exceptional freshness and quality in every bite.

For those with a savoury palate, we also offer an alternative version of Afternoon Tea, perfect for anyone who prefers something less sweet.

What makes this tea room truly special?

That’s a secret we’ll reveal only during your visit — making this experience full of charm, flavour, and a touch of mystery.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

In case of food allergies or intolerances, it is the client’s responsibility to inform us at the time of booking.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Full experience, including food and drinks.

Choose a drink of your choice, either coffee or premium tea.

A selection of traditional Afternoon Tea foods served with your choice of tea or coffee.

Gratuities for the guide (optional)

Excludes any items ordered outside of the menu provided by Haggis Hunters.

What To Expect

Enjoy a unique experience in an exclusive tea room with stunning views of Edinburgh Castle. Immerse yourself in the elegance and tradition of Afternoon Tea as you discover the fascinating history behind this cherished ritual. Delight in a carefully curated selection of premium teas, served alongside homemade scones, cakes, and savoury bites — all crafted with fresh, local, high-quality ingredients. Throughout the experience, an expert guide will reveal Scotland’s best-kept tea secrets — from its arrival in the country to its role in high society — along with other captivating stories and legends. What’s Included: - Unmatched views of Edinburgh Castle - Full Traditional Afternoon Tea, featuring fine teas with sweet and savoury accompaniments - Guided explanation of the history and tradition of tea in Scotland - Small group for a more intimate and personalised experience - All food and drink included.

Sample Menu

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Full menu of the typical Scottish Afternoon Tea:

Includes drink (coffee or tea) and food. You can choose between the classic or the savory menu.

Options

Afternoon Tea with Castle Views in Edinburgh

Reviews

4.94

18 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Afternoon Tea in Hangings Hall
helenmW2918OQ,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an absolutely lovely afternoon tea. Our waitress was Lucia and she was so cheerfull and helpful and very attentive .I was with 4 friends and we were celebrating a 70th birthday. The only negative and it was a big negative, the hall was freezing and even when we moved tables it was still cold.
Great experience
580carliel,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Noam our tour guide had great knowledge and stories about tea. Very fun experience and my boyfriend and I would recommend it to anyone interested in the history of afternoon tea.
really good
Carol A,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
i was amazing!the girl who give us the tour was really good and everything was really pleasant the tea was amazing and the story’s about it were really good
Noam was a lovely tea...
Leslie,
Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Noam was a lovely tea companion....he shared tea stories and parts of his life with us. The Willow tea room is very nice s was the service. Totally enjoyed the experience.
Great time! 10/10 will do again
B5659UFnatalief,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was excellent and Maya was very nice and informational and really made it known that she welcomed questions. 10/10 would do again!
Afternoon tea
797speedys,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had Noah (apologies if I have the name wrong) as our tour guide and he was very inquisitive about telling us about how afternoon tea came about. I did enjoy when he was telling how it is compared from the UK to the US. The sandwich, scones and cakes were really nice and he was very relaxed, chilled and easy to chat too. Me and my friend Michael had a really nice time and would definitely recommend doing this afternoon tea either as a couple or with friends. Stephen Herring
Lovely afternoon tea
BoardingPass76082,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a fun afternoon time, the tea was tasty, and it was great to hear about the history. Adding in some social time was a delight as well.
Castle High Tea
A768KBevanp,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very insightful and expiring to dig into Scottish cuisine. Our guide Maya was extremely knowledgeable about not only tea, but local cuisine. Great views of Edinburgh Castle to boot. Great activity for an afternoon in the city.
My first high tea
juliesX1881EW,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about everything we asked about. The food was delitful and the tea was great. I would definitely do it again.
Awesome Afternoon Tea Experience
M1820AQkaitlyns,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was such an awesome experience in a beautiful location. Our guide, Maya, was so informative and friendly and the food and tea was delicious!