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Golden Tours: Central London Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

Enjoy an afternoon tea party on wheels while taking in the best of Central London. From sights like Big Ben to bites like scones, and tea (of course), it has it all.

Operator: Golden Tours

4.5/5(125)

Carla D

Family

Verified booking

6 days ago

This was our 10 year old daughter's favorite activity out of our 5 days in London. It was nice to see the sites and decide which were worth coming to spend significant time at and the food and beverages felt like a special touch and not just a standard bus ride. Well worth it and definitely recommend.

Emma R

Family

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Food was great, top London highlights visited! Maybe turn the music down a little and mix in some Bridgerton vibes, but the whole bus singing seeet Caroline at the end of the trip was epic!

Tia C

Group

Verified booking

Jul 2026

it was a fantastic way to see the city in a short period of time, and who doesnt love a scone or two! would of loved a bottomless bubbles option though!

Nina A

Group

Verified booking

Jun 2026

The overall experience was really nice. The food was good and everyone was really polite. We loved that everyone had the possible to individually follow diets (vegetarian in our case).

Tone V

Group

Verified booking

May 2026

We had a great trip! The information regarding the buildings and places was easy to hear, could be a little more info. The food and services was also perfekt. No problem to recomend this tour!

Tatjana V

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

That was a great tour with good food and drinks. We had a great spot and everything went smoothly. A wonderful experience—highly recommended. Thank you very much

This 90-minute bus tour offers British favorites – smoked salmon, scones with clotted cream, a choice of Prosecco, tea, coffee, and more – all while you're on the move!

You'll see the best of London: Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, then onto Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and a Thames crossing.

Whether you're all about that veggie life, living vegan, dodging gluten, or just want the full deal, there's something on the menu for you.

Choose where you wanna park yourself – top deck for those skyline views or lower deck to be right in the middle of all the action.

90-min afternoon tea bus tour

Tea menu here

Glass of Prosecco or soft drink

Souvenir mug

Seating on the lower/upper deck (as per option selected)

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Carla D
Family
Verified booking
6 days ago
This was our 10 year old daughter's favorite activity out of our 5 days in London. It was nice to see the sites and decide which were worth coming to spend significant time at and the food and beverages felt like a special touch and not just a standard bus ride. Well worth it and definitely recommend.
Neil F
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Great food quality. Plenty to drink. Good vibe! Pleasant staff! Very attentive. Enjoyed the whole experience! Great birthday present for my wife!
Brianna E
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
We weren't given the option to select our seats when purchasing tickets. We were initially seated with another group but were eventually moved to an empty table because we were squished. We were moved to the back of the bus, making it difficult to see the sites on the tour and take pictures, which was our sole purpose for booking.
Cheryl G
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
I liked the food and variety of teas. The audio guide started after I mentioned the lack of such and we missed Buck Palace. As well the timing of some pieces was off. Otherwise I liked the route, appreciated the view of the bridges and the ability to dine while travelling
Paul B
Group
Verified booking
3 days ago
The staff were very friendly and efficient. The route was perfect and the food was fantastic.

This is the tour for you if you want to see London and have an elegant afternoon tea at the same time – a delicious twist on a British classic. Introduced in the 1840s, afternoon tea is a beloved ritual of sandwiches, cakes, and of course, fine tea. Sweet and savory snacks, a glass of Prosecco, and the best views of London – what's not to love? And, with a menu designed for everyone, all that's left is to choose your vantage point – upper or lower deck.

Schedule

First bus: 11:30am from Bulleid Way.

Second bus: 2:30pm from Bulleid Way.

Last bus: 4:30pm from Bulleid Way.

Popular sights: Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, The Shard, London Eye, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey

Please click here for the detailed route map.

What's not allowed

Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 4 years.

Keep in mind luggage and large bags are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

Additional information

Guests may have to share tables.

You must contact the activity provider at least 72 hours prior to the travel date to confirm your choice of menu (general or vegetarian) or you will be served the general menu.

Foods may have been in contact with nut ingredients. No special requests can be accommodated.

Keep in mind this activity does not have a tour guide although the staff onboard will highlight points of interest and famous landmarks.

Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult.

The route is subject to change due to road closures and traffic conditions.

Some of the dishes on the menu may be subject to change.

No toilets are available on board.

Alcohol will only be served to those aged 18 and over, valid ID is required.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Boarding point

Board your bus at Golden Tours, Bulleid Way Departure Point.

Address: Stop 1, Bulleid Way, London SW1W 9SR, United Kingdom.

Look for a pink striped bus with a big "The English Tea Bus" sign on its side.

Get directions to the boarding point