VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal Tea Crown Experience
Overview
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2 hours
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Experience London like royalty with the VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal Tea Experience. Stroll through the stunning Kensington Gardens, home to royal history and breath-taking landscapes, followed by an exclusive royal afternoon tea. Perfect for those seeking a luxurious and elegant London adventure!
Discover the elegance of Kensington Palace Gardens on this exclusive, fully guided tour. Stroll the picturesque famous Royal Gardens including a guided tour of the whimsical Cradle Walkway, where the Princess Diana Memorial Statue is located. This premium fully guided tour concludes with a lavish Royal Afternoon Tea. Savour traditional English delights including sumptuous authentic cakes, scones and pastries as well as decadent delicious finger sandwiches while enjoying stunning palace views from the 18th century Orangery Restaurant located on the grounds of Kensington Palace. A must-do for those seeking luxury and history in one of the most beautiful settings in London.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
Not suitable for guests with special dietary requirements and food allergies
Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Kensington Gardens and access to the Cradle Walk to view the Sunken Garden
Learn the story of Queen Elizabeth II and the political and personal events that shaped her reign
Enjoy a sumptuous Royal Tea experience with cakes, sandwiches and choice of up to 10 English Teas
Discover Princess Diana's life as the future Queen of England while living at Kensington Place
Optional Upgrade: Discover the Kensington Palace with timed easy access tickets (Tour duration: 3hr)
Exterior Visit of Kensington Palace. Hear fascinating stories of the British Royal Family
See the statue of Princess Diana in the Sunken Garden
Transportation / Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off / Food and Drink / Gratitude
While inside Kensington Palace, our first-class guide offers an Audio tour produced by the Palace
What To Expect
Kensington Palace
Timed Access to Kensington Palace (for guests choosing the option) including the State Apartments & the Royal Palace Gardens including the Queen Victoria Rooms, The Jewel Room, The Kings State Apartments, The Kings Gallery, the Kings Staircase, The Queen State Apartments, Kensington Gardens and access to the Cradle Walk to view the Sunken Garden. Admire the exterior of the beautiful Kensington Palace and hear stories of notable resident and visitor to Kensington Palace such as Princess Diana and Charles, Kate and William, along with other esteemed members of royal families and dynasties such as Queen Camilla, King Charles and Queen Elizabeth II as well as Princess Margaret. Timed Access to Kensington Palace (for guests choosing the option only) including the State Apartments & the Royal Palace Gardens including the Queen Victoria Rooms, The Jewel Room, The Kings State Apartments, The Kings Gallery, the Kings Staircase, The Queen State Apartments.
Kensington Gardens
Enjoy one of London’s finest Parks where Kenisngton Palace is located. It is here that you will meet your expert first-class local guide as well as enjoy a sumptuous Royal Tea at the 18th century Orangery Building located on the Palace Grounds in Kenisngton Park. Cradle Walk to View the Sunken Garden Enjoy a lovely walk around the Sunken Garden including an opportunity to see the recently installed Statue of Princess Diana.
Options
Kensington Gardens & High Tea
Gardens and High Tea: Discover Kensington Palace Gardens with Exterior visit of the Palace. Finish the tour with a VIP Afternoon Tea experience.
Kensington Palace, Garden &Tea
Kensington Palace Entry 3hrs: Discover Kensington Palace: timed entry to the Palace and Gardens. Finish the tour with a VIP Afternoon Tea experience.
Reviews
94 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Kensington Gardens and afternoon tea
Ann A,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Mike met us promptly 15 minutes before start time. We had a tour with just the two of us which was very good
VIP Kensington Palace, Gardens and Tea
Nancy H,
Sep 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Mike, was informative and very professional. We enjoyed talking with the group over tea; it was a fantastic experience.
Best tour ever!
Kenneth H,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a wonderful, personal tour with Pamela. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and has become a friend to us. We thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated our tour of Kensington Palace, gardens, and tea in the Orangery.
Kensington Palace with high tea
Marianne W,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00We literally had a private tour with Michael since we were the only ones who had signed up for the tour that day. Very knowledgeable and personable. We had a nice visit over high tea. Loved the little sandwiches and the scones with clotted cream and preserves.
Our guide was very...
David S,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable about the history of Kensington Palace and the Gardens. It was interesting to learn about how the Royal family has and still uses the Palace. The Tea Experience at the Orangery was also a nice finish to the tour.
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