Dining

London Eye Afternoon Tea Experience

5.0/5(25)

Dora M

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

My daughter and I had a great time at the London eye afternoon tea. It was a great experience. The sandwiches and cakes were most enjoyable. Our Host, Modesta, was very friendly, attentive and approachable.

Elevate your Afternoon Tea experience with a ride on the London Eye, featuring two full 30-min rotations, offering uninterrupted 360° views of London’s skyline.

Indulge in a quintessentially British Afternoon Tea curated by expert chefs, including an elegant selection of finger sandwiches, pastries, cakes, and freshly baked scones.

Complement your treats with premium teas and freshly brewed coffee served by a dedicated host who will also provide commentary about London's landmarks.

Enjoy a stress-free start to your experience with VIP check-in, access to a lounge area, and priority access to skip the main queue. Plus, just 10 guests in your pod!

Tailor the dining experience to your preferences with freshly prepared set menus to suit all dietary needs - choose from traditional, vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free options.

Entry to the London Eye

Two full rotations (60 mins) on the London Eye

Afternoon Tea on the London Eye (choice of menu as per option selected)

Traditional Afternoon Tea (menu here) (as per option selected)

Vegetarian Afternoon Tea {menu here) as per option selected)

Vegan Afternoon Tea (menu here) (as per option selected)

Gluten-free Afternoon Tea (menu here) (as per option selected)

VIP check-in at dedicated desk

Priority boarding

Lounge access upon arrival

Dedicated host onboard

Small group of max. 10 guests

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Fernanda C
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
We have an amazing afternoon at the London Eye Tea experience from the beginning to end. Emma was the host and she was lovely and very helpful. I absolutely recommend.
Andrea R
Group
Verified booking
May 2026
It was an absolutely wonderful hour with delicious appetizers, great service from the staff, a beautifully set table, and a fantastic view ❤️. Highly recommended!
Dora M
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
My daughter and I had a great time at the London eye afternoon tea. It was a great experience. The sandwiches and cakes were most enjoyable. Our Host, Modesta, was very friendly, attentive and approachable.
Alexandra O
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Super well organisered and high quality food, friendly staff ♡
Marco S
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
A wonderful experience. I highly recommend going on an empty stomach because it’s worth trying everything. The hour flies by. During the first round, you enjoy the tea, and during the second, you have time to take photos. Highly recommended

Enjoy a classic Afternoon Tea with 360° city views during a one-hour, double rotation on the London Eye.

Getting started

Arrive at the VIP Desk inside the London Eye Ticket Office at least 30 mins before your scheduled time for priority check-in. After a brief welcome, you’ll be guided to your shared pod, where your host will introduce the experience and outline the highlights.

What to expect

London Eye

Step aboard one of London’s most recognisable landmarks, opened in 2000 and now a symbol of the city’s skyline. This experience combines a traditional British Afternoon Tea with panoramic views of the River Thames and iconic sites.

Features

Double rotation: Enjoy two full rotations (one hour total) for extended views of Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and St Paul’s Cathedral from above the city.

Afternoon Tea menu: Savour a selection of fresh finger sandwiches, savoury snacks, sweet treats, and classic scones with jam and clotted cream, with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available.

Premium teas and coffee: Choose from a curated range of teas and coffee, served at your table as you glide above London.

Dedicated host: Your onboard host shares insights about the landmarks and points out the best photo opportunities throughout the journey.

VIP access: Benefit from lounge access on early arrival, priority boarding, and a dedicated check-in desk for a seamless start.

Shared pod experience: Dine at a table with just 10 fellow guests in your pod, soaking up the atmosphere and cityscape together.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, oversized luggage, and outside food and drinks are not allowed on this experience.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited inside the pods and throughout the London Eye premises.

Accessibility

The experience is wheelchair accessible; a maximum of two wheelchair users are permitted per pod, with adjusted group sizes.

Accessible toilet facilities are available next to the VIP Desk and should be used before check-in.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Please arrive at the VIP Desk inside the London Eye Ticket Office at least 30 mins before your experience. Late arrivals may miss the first 30 mins (first rotation) and cannot re-join after leaving.

The experience includes two full rotations (one hour) on the London Eye; guests may leave after the first rotation but cannot rejoin.

Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free menu options are available; specify dietary needs when booking.

Toilet facilities are located next to the VIP Desk and should be used before check-in.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.