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VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal Tea Crown Experience

4.7(144)4.7 out of 5, from 144 reviews·2h·Shared tour
What you pay forEach travellerChildren are priced in their own age band.
Group sizeUp to 9Per booking.
Minimum age4 yearschild 4–11, adult 12–99

Will this work for your group?

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  • All 5 of you can be booked together.
  • Your youngest is 8; the minimum age is 4.
  • 5 fares — children priced separately

About this experience

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.

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What you actually do

You get out at all 3 stops.

  1. 1

    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…

    You get out here15 minAdmission included

  2. 2

    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.

    You get out here40 minAdmission included

  3. 3

    Orangery Café for a Royal Afternoon Tea Experience Complementing this magnificent curated journey is a lavish Royal Tea experience your expert first-class guide will accompany you to the opulent 18th-century "Orangery" Royal Café, nestled within the Kensington Palace estate.

    You get out here65 minAdmission included

Where the day happens

≈ 4.2 km from the city centre. 2 stops shown in visit order.

What is and is not included

The advertised price does not cover other — budget for those separately.

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Before you book

The operator’s own practical notes — the things people usually discover at checkout.

Good to know (10)
  • 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.

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