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Afternoon Tea at The Rubens At The Palace

Starting From From $114.32 per person Current Project Expedition rate
1 Hour 45 Mins 4.47 / 5 2 reviews Easy activity level Small Group Single Day Tour Operated by Evan Evans Tours
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The Experience

What your day looks like

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 King'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 preserves. Afternoon Tea at The Rubens at the Palace (Sample Menu) Choose from a selection of black, green, white and herbal teas from P.M. DAVID SILVA & SONS Please note that the menu is subject to variations. SAVOURY Cucumber, Apple & Dill Crème Fraîche on Norfolk Crunch Smoked Salmon & Chive Cream Cheese on Sundried Tomato Bread Coronation Chicken, Toasted Almonds, Coriander on Brioche Roll Rare Roast Beef Sirloin & Horseradish Cream on Beetroot Bread Burford Brown Egg & Smoked Paprika Mayonnaise on Harissa Bread SCONES Plain Fruit Served with Homemade Strawberry Preserve & Clotted Cream SWEET The Crown Rooibos & Honey Cheesecake, Ginger Biscuit Passion Fruit & Mango Tart Sablé Breton, Coconut Mousse Hazelnut Pâte à Choux Guanaja Chocolate Cream, Hazelnut Praline, Dulcey Chocolate Whip Orchard Fruit Apple Compote, Vanilla Custard, Cinnamon Crumble Lemon Layer Cake Vanilla Sponge, Lemon Entremet, White Chocolate Ganache

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Afternoon tea at The Rubens at the Palace Hotel, overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace
  • Freshlybaked scones slathered with clotted cream accompanied with homemade preserves
Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

London

Leisure.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Not Included

Gratuities Additional Food & Drinks

What to Bring

Dress code: Smart casual. We respectfully ask guests to refrain from wearing sportswear, flip-flops, and non-tailored shorts. Guests not adhering to the dress code policy will not be permitted entry into our restaurants and bars The menus listed are samples and subject to variations

Restrictions

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting & Pickup

Meet at The Rubens at the Palace, 39 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0PS. Nearest Underground: Victoria.

Languages Offered

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Before Booking

Allergies/Dietary Restrictions: Please inform us of any dietary requirements, including requests for vegetarian, vegan, halal or gluten-free Afternoon Teas. Please note that due to the nature of their business and offering the hotel cannot guarantee 100% allergen or intolerant-free recipes/dishes.

Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic

Traveler Impressions

What travelers are saying

2025-06-30 5.00 / 5

The tea was a wonderful memory for our family and the service was beyond comparison.

2025-02-11 5.00 / 5

A lovely grand venue with fantastic service. Had a great time and reservation was seamless. Accommodated to our halal requirements too!

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