Kensington Palace Garden Walking Tour with Royal High Tea at the Orangery
by Top Tasting Tours
Overview
The tour begins with a walk through Kensington Gardens, where guests will see the Peter Pan Statue and learn about its significance to Londoners. The guide also leads the group past the Italian Gardens, a site dating back 165 years known for its appearances in films and weddings. Next, the group visits the Sunken Garden to view Princess Diana's Statue and the garden's carefully arranged water features and plants. Along the route, the Pond is observed, a habitat for local birds and model boat enthusiasts. After about an hour of walking, guests enter the 18th Century Tea Room for a traditional Royal English Tea served at the Orangery. This includes sandwiches, cakes, and scones presented on a three-tiered stand, accompanied by a choice of English Sparkling Wine or a Pimm's cocktail with priority seating. The guide shares insights about the royal family, the history of afternoon tea, and the national drink. The tour also passes the Physical Energy Statue, which offers views of the Albert Hall, the Palace, and Henry Moore's Arch. Finally, guests with a timed ticket may enter Kensington Palace for a self-guided audio tour of the state rooms. The entire experience lasts about two hours and includes food, drink, and a knowledgeable guide. The tea room may occasionally close at short notice; in those cases, High Tea is served at an alternative prestigious venue.
Highlights
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Itinerary
Meeting Point
This is the starting location for the tour. Group sizes typically range from 2 to 8 guests, with additional guides provided for larger groups to maintain a personal experience.
10 min
Peter Pan Statue
The guide offers stories about Peter Pan, the Crocodile, and Captain Hook, along with other details that make this statue special to London residents.
Italian Gardens
These gardens are about 165 years old and have served as locations for many films and weddings. The tour includes a romantic walk through this site.
15 min
Sunken Garden
This garden features Princess Diana's Statue and is known for its detailed arrangement of water, plants, and shrubs, marking a key stop on the tour.
10 min
The Pond
The Pond is filled with pure spring water and supports local wildlife and model boat enthusiasts who enjoy this natural setting.
Tea Room at Kensington Palace
Guests enter the 300-year-old Tea Room for the High Tea service. Those who booked the full afternoon tea receive sandwiches, scones, and cakes on a traditional three-tiered stand. Other guests may choose from a full brunch and lunch menu.
60 min
Physical Energy Statue
This bronze statue serves as the centerpiece of the garden with commanding views of the Albert Hall, Kensington Palace, and Henry Moore's Arch.
Kensington Palace
Built in 1694, Kensington Palace was home to many royal family members. Guests with a timed entry ticket can take a self-guided audio tour of the state rooms.
60 min
Meeting point
Queensway Tube Station. Meeting Point = Queensway Underground Station https://goo.gl/maps/2zVFJv69m5pJmHzi7 - We meet outside of Queensway Underground Station - There is only 1 Entrance - Please wait outside the station (next to the red phone box) Not the Exit of the station
End point
Tour will end at Kensington Palace after you finish having tea and cakes at the Kensington Palace Tea Room.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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