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VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal Tea Crown Experience

4.7 Great 144 reviews
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2h
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German, English, French, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

Walk through Kensington Gardens and use the Cradle Walk to view the Sunken Garden and Princess Diana's statue. Guiding and afternoon tea with cakes and sandwiches are included; palace admission requires an upgraded option. 4.68 from 144 reviews at €137 per person for 2h.

From the guide

Experience London like royalty with the VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal Tea Experience. Stroll through the stunning Kensington Gardens, home to royal history and breath-taking landscapes, followed by an exclusive royal afternoon tea. Perfect for those seeking a luxurious and elegant London adventure!
Discover the elegance of Kensington Palace Gardens on this exclusive, fully guided tour. Stroll the picturesque famous Royal Gardens including a guided tour of the whimsical Cradle Walkway, where the Princess Diana Memorial Statue is located. This premium fully guided tour concludes with a lavish Royal Afternoon Tea. Savour traditional English delights including sumptuous authentic cakes, scones and pastries as well as decadent delicious finger sandwiches while enjoying stunning palace views from the 18th century Orangery Restaurant located on the grounds of Kensington Palace. A must-do for those seeking luxury and history in one of the most beautiful settings in London.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 9 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Gardens and Tea German

from €137 / person
Guide: German

Kensington Gardens & Tea: Visit Kensington Gardens and benefit from skip the line entry to Orangery and enjoy a VIP afternoon tea experience.

What this option includes

Duration: 2 hours: The tour is lead by a Spanish speaking guide.

Kensington Gardens & High Tea

from €137 / person
Guide: English

Gardens and High Tea: Discover Kensington Palace Gardens with Exterior visit of the Palace. Finish the tour with a VIP Afternoon Tea experience.

Gardens and Tea French

from €137 / person
Guide: French

Kensington Gardens & Tea: Visit Kensington Gardens and benefit from skip the line entry to Orangery and enjoy a VIP afternoon tea experience.

What this option includes

Duration: 2 hours: The tour is lead by a French speaking guide.

Gardens and Tea Spanish

from €137 / person
Guide: Spanish

Kensington Gardens & Tea: Visit Kensington Gardens and benefit from skip the line entry to Orangery and enjoy a VIP afternoon tea experience.

What this option includes

Duration: 2 hours: The tour is lead by a Spanish speaking guide.

Kensington Palace & Tea FR

from €170 / person
Guide: French

Kensington Palace & High Tea: Visit the Kensington Palace and Gardens and enjoy the skip the line entry to Orangery with a VIP afternoon tea experience.

What this option includes

Duration: 3 hours: Tour is led by a French speaking guide

Kensington Palace & Tea DE

from €170 / person
Guide: German

Kensington Palace & High Tea: Visit the Kensington Palace and Gardens and enjoy the skip the line entry to Orangery with a VIP afternoon tea experience.

What this option includes

Duration: 3 hours: Tour is led by a German speaking guide

Kensington Palace & Tea ESP

from €170 / person
Guide: Spanish

Palace, Gardens and Tea: Full tour with Kensington Palace entry and VIP High Tea with Spanish Speaking Guide

What this option includes

Duration: 3 hours

Kensington Palace, Garden &Tea

from €188 / person
Guide: English

Kensington Palace Entry 3hrs: Discover Kensington Palace: timed entry to the Palace and Gardens. Finish the tour with a VIP Afternoon Tea experience.

Small Group Kensington Palace

from €225 / person
Guide: English

Small Group Palace & Tea: Benefit from a guaranteed small group size for a more intimate guided tour experience.

What this option includes

Duration: 3 hours: Reserved Timed Entry to Kensington Palace

Kensington Gardens

Skip the Line Entry to Orangery

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:30, 11:00, 14:00, 15:30
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:30, 11:00, 14:00, 15:30. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

Kensington Gardens and access to the Cradle Walk to view the Sunken Garden
Learn the story of Queen Elizabeth II and the political and personal events that shaped her reign
Optional Upgrade: Discover the Kensington Palace with timed easy access tickets (Tour duration: 3hr)
See the statue of Princess Diana in the Sunken Garden
Enjoy a sumptuous Royal Tea experience with cakes, sandwiches and choice of up to 10 English Teas
Discover Princess Diana's life as the future Queen of England while living at Kensington Place
Exterior Visit of Kensington Palace. Hear fascinating stories of the British Royal Family

What's Not Included

Transportation / Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off / Food and Drink / Gratitude
While inside Kensington Palace, our first-class guide offers an Audio tour produced by the Palace

Itinerary

Kensington Palace Stop 1
Timed Access to Kensington Palace (for guests choosing the option) including the State Apartments & the Royal Palace Gardens including the Queen Victoria Rooms, The Jewel Room, The Kings State Apartments, The Kings Gallery, the Kings Staircase, The Queen State Apartments, Kensington Gardens and access to the Cradle Walk to view the Sunken Garden. Admire the exterior of the beautiful Kensington Palace and hear stories of notable resident and visitor to Kensington Palace such as Princess Diana and Charles, Kate and William, along with other esteemed members of royal families and dynasties such as Queen Camilla, King Charles and Queen Elizabeth II as well as Princess Margaret. Timed Access to Kensington Palace (for guests choosing the option only) including the State Apartments & the Royal Palace Gardens including the Queen Victoria Rooms, The Jewel Room, The Kings State Apartments, The Kings Gallery, the Kings Staircase, The Queen State Apartments.
15 min
Admission included
Kensington Gardens Stop 2
Enjoy one of London’s finest Parks where Kenisngton Palace is located. It is here that you will meet your expert first-class local guide as well as enjoy a sumptuous Royal Tea at the 18th century Orangery Building located on the Palace Grounds in Kenisngton Park. Cradle Walk to View the Sunken Garden Enjoy a lovely walk around the Sunken Garden including an opportunity to see the recently installed Statue of Princess Diana.
40 min
Admission included
Orangery Café for a Royal Afternoon Tea Experience Stop 3
Complementing this magnificent curated journey is a lavish Royal Tea experience your expert first-class guide will accompany you to the opulent 18th-century "Orangery" Royal Café, nestled within the Kensington Palace estate. Once seated, guests will indulge in the quintessentially English tradition of Afternoon Royal Tea amidst the opulent surroundings of one of England's premier royal residences. In essence, our tour promises an unparalleled royal encounter, truly fitting to crown any visit to England. Enjoy a decadent Royal Tea reception offering hand-prepared epicurean delights such as sandwiches, cakes and pastries accompanied by the best of British tea while sitting in one of the most elegant venues in England.
1h 5m
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before the scheduled start time MEETING PLACE: Hilton Hyde Park, 129 Bayswater Road, W2 4RJ MEETING POINT: Meet your guide outside the main entrance of Hilton Hyde Park Hotel directly next to the main exit of Queensway Tube Station. Please don't go inside the lobby!

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Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
  • Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.
  • Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
  • Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
  • Not suitable for guests with special dietary requirements and food allergies
  • Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 137 / person