VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal Tea Crown Experience
Overview
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.
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
- 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
Meeting Location
129 Bayswater Road
London W2 4RJ, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Kensington Palace Gardens
London W8 4PX, UK
What To Expect
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Kensington Palace
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Kensington Gardens
40 minutes Admission Ticket Included
The Orangery Restaurant
1 hour 5 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not suitable for guests with special dietary requirements and food allergies
- Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 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.
- 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.
The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal Tea Crown Experience is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not suitable for guests with special dietary requirements and food allergies
- Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal Tea Crown Experience will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What'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
- 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
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not suitable for guests with special dietary requirements and food allergies
- Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
