Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at the Palace, Buckingham Palace

4.5
(228 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)

The Rubens at the Palace Hotel is a luxurious, 5-star venue situated a stone's throw away from the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace. Relax and enjoy traditional afternoon tea in the lavish Palace Lounge, a bright, open space with panoramic views of The Queen's stables. Watch the comings and goings of the royal carriages as you dine on a selection of sumptuous sandwiches, delectable, fresh-made pastries and traditional scones with clotted cream and fruit preserve.

Example Menu

Main

THE RUBENS ROYAL AFTERNOON TEA

A selection of Sandwiches A selection of Scones A selection of Pastries A selection of Teas Glass of Champagne (If option selected)

What's Included

Glass of Champagne (if selected this option)
Afternoon tea
Beverages
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
The Rubens at the Palace

Departure Point: The Rubens at the Palace, London Address: 39 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0PS Directions: Nearest Station : Victoria (Victoria, Circle, District Lines and National Rail)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

THE RUBENS ROYAL AFTERNOON TEA (a sample menu)

Sandwiches
Smoked Scottish Salmon & Horseradish Cream Cheese
Coronation Chicken & Toasted Almonds
Ham, Cheese & Tomato Chutney
Egg & Watercress
Cucumber & Cream Cheese

Scones
Traditional Plain
Honey & White Chocolate
Served with homemade seasonal fruit preserve & clotted cream

Pastries
THE CROWN - Cinnamon chocolate mousse, brownie biscuit, coconut marshmallow
FRUIT FROM THE QUEEN’S ORCHARD - Seasonal glazed fruit-shaped mousse with compote
ROYAL MACARON - Caramelised apples, coffee whipped ganache
SEASONAL RUBENS ÉCLAIR - A choice of a seasonal éclair by the pastry chef
BREAD & BUTTER - Sourdough bread pudding cream, rose and raspberry, lemon sponge tart

A choice of fine teas from P.M. DAVID SILVA & SONS
Choose from a selection of black, green, white and herbal teas.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please arrive at the hotel 15 minutes prior to your booked timeslot
  • Allergies / Dietary Restrictions: Please inform us of any special requests with 72 hours-notice. Please note that due to the nature of their business and offering the hotel cannot guarantee 100% allergen or intolerant free recipes/dishes. Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Gluten-Free options available, Please contact us after the booking.
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High Tea
Coffee & Tea Tours
Seasonal
Food & Drink
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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4.5 Based on 228 228 reviews
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