Itinerary
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace, the grand and iconic London residence of His Majesty the King is an absolute must-see on any visit to London. A fully working royal palace, housing not only The King, but serving as the administrative headquarters of the Royal Household.
The 19 State Rooms are exquisitely furnished with fine examples of French and English antique furniture and display some of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection, including works by Rubens, Canaletto and Rembrandt, sculpture by Canova and porcelain by Sèvres.
The Garden
Often called the ‘walled oasis in the middle of London', the gardens of Buckingham Palace are a true sight to behold. Home to 30 different species of bird and over 350 different wild flowers, there is plenty to see and enjoy. Visitors finish their tour with a walk along the south side of the garden, taking in views of the famous lake and the west front of the palace.
Afternoon Tea Bus
After your independent visit, you will be free to take your afternoon tea at 3pm in Waterloo. You will be greeted with a glass of Prosecco or soft drink at the beginning of your tour. The afternoon tea consists of a selection of finger sandwiches, scones served with clotted cream and preserves, small tea cakes and a choice of tea.
This tour is unescorted and after your visit to Buckingham Palace, you will need to make your own way to Waterloo for the afternoon tea.
Afternoon Tea at Browns Victoria
This tour is unescorted and after your visit to Buckingham Palace, you will need to make your own way to Browns Victoria for the afternoon tea.
Days of departure: 17th of July till 24th of September 2023
Thursday to Monday only.
Palace Entry Afternoon Tea Bus
MEETING TIME: 10:30am
MEETING POINT: Outside Queens Gallery Entrance, Buckingham Palace, London SW1A 1AA.
After your visit to Buckingham Palace take the 10 minute walk to the departure point for the Afternoon Tea Bus
Check in: 3.00pm
Departure time: 3:15pm
Location: Bus Stop 1, Bulleid Way, Victoria, London SW1W 9SH
Duration: 90min.
Palace Entry Afternoon Tea at Browns Victoria
MEETING TIME: 1:30pm
MEETING POINT: Outside Queens Gallery Entrance, Buckingham Palace, London SW1A 1AA.
After your visit to Buckingham Palace you must make your own way to Browns Victoria (2 Cardinal Walk, Greater, London SW1E 5JE)
Afternoon Tea served between: 3:00pm - 5:00pm at Browns Victoria. You are able to remain at your table after 5:00pm.
Image credits:
Royal Collection Trust / © His Majesty King Charles III
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