Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea in the Kensington Palace Pavilion which is the only royal palace in London to offer this experience. Built in March 2018, the Pavilion has been shifted to the front of the Orangery which is closed for refurbishment. Kensington Palace Pavilion is located in the heart of the royal palace and offers a bird’s eye view of the surrounding Sunken Garden. Visitors can enjoy Kensington Palace afternoon tea with a selection of afternoon sandwiches, tea cakes, and scones with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options also available.
The Kensington Palace Afternoon Tea menu consists of an assortment of tea cakes, scones, sandwiches and of course, tea. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available.
The Kensington Palace Afternoon Tea is served all day.
The Kensington Palace Pavilion Menu consists of delicious English dishes including both breakfast and lunch items apart from the afternoon tea. From vegan to gluten-free, visitors will find different dishes to suit their food preferences here.
Check out the Kensington Palace Pavilion summer menu here.
Afternoon tea is served at the Kensington Palace Pavilion, offering views of the stunning Sunken Garden.
It is recommended that you make your online reservations for afternoon tea at Kensington Palace.
Smart casual attire is recommended to complement the elegant setting of the pavilion.
Yes, vegetarian and gluten-free options are available upon request. It is advisable to mention dietary requirements when making your reservation.
Children are welcome, and a special children's afternoon tea menu is designed for younger tastes.
The experience usually lasts about 1.5 to 2 hours, allowing guests to enjoy the tea and surroundings leisurely.
Yes, the pavilion occasionally offers themed afternoon teas, such as seasonal menus for holidays like Christmas or themed events celebrating royal occasions.
While specific seating requests can be made, they are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
Yes, the pavilion is fully accessible, and assistance can be provided upon request.
Only trained assistance dogs are permitted within the pavilion and palace grounds.
It is recommended to book at least two weeks in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons and holidays.
Bringing outside food or drink is prohibited, but special arrangements can be made through the pavilion's catering services.
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