Glasgow Gin Tea Experience

Recommended by 93% of travelers

Glasgow, Scotland

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5+ bookings last month.

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Combine a tour of some of Glasgow’s most popular attractions with a boozy take on high tea on this small-group bus tour. Hop aboard the bus at 36 Shuttle Street and relax as you pass by city sights such as the West End, Glasgow University, and the Kelvingrove Art Gallery, all while enjoying scones, tea and coffee, handmade sandwiches, and optional alcoholic beverages available to purchase.

Enjoy a few sweet treats, with a selection of petit fours available
A great vantage point to snap photos of the city
Your hosts will happily offer information and tips about Glasgow
A great opportunity to get to know your fellow passengers

What's Included

Home baked warm scone with cream, jam and strawberry garnish
Handmade Sandwich selections
Unlimited Tea & Coffee
Selection of Petit Fours
Warm mini Quiche
Coffee and/or Tea
Alcoholic Beverages

(available to purchase)

Souvenir drinks cup

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

36 Shuttle St, Glasgow G1 1QA, UK
The pick up point is adjacent to Amore Restaurant.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Gallery of Modern Art

Admission Ticket Free

City Chambers

Admission Ticket Free

Glasgow Cathedral

Admission Ticket Free

The Necropolis

Admission Ticket Free

Wellpark Brewery

Admission Ticket Free

Glasgow Tower

Admission Ticket Free

Doulton Fountain

Admission Ticket Free

People's Palace and Winter Gardens

Admission Ticket Free

Kingston Bridge

Admission Ticket Free

Clyde Arc Bridge

Admission Ticket Free

Finnieston Crane

Admission Ticket Free

SEC Armadillo

Admission Ticket Free

OVO Hydro

Admission Ticket Free

The Clydeside Distillery

Admission Ticket Free

The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel

Admission Ticket Free

Glasgow Tower

Admission Ticket Free

Tennent's Bar Glasgow

Admission Ticket Free

Hunterian Art Gallery

Admission Ticket Free

University of Glasgow

Admission Ticket Free

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Admission Ticket Free

Mitchell Library

Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
TERMS & CONDITIONS
All information gained from Patrons will never be given to any third parties; Red Bus Bistro Company Limited is responsible for all online transactions.
If the tour is cancelled after the first half an hours commencement, we will then offer availability on another tour.
The tour is not suitable for 5 year Old’s and under
Conditions of carriage are subject to legislation set out by the Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981; all details can be given by the Red Bus Bistro head office.
There is no toilet on board.
There may be occasions where the tour has to be cancelled without advance notice, in the event of a cancellation patrons will be refunded in full or transferred onto another tour date.
No tickets are issued for the tour.
It is not the policy of Red Bus Bistro Company Ltd to discriminate in any way against employees or passengers regarding disability, gender, race, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.
Please be prepared to redeem any Gift Voucher you may have used for payment to the bus on the day of the tour.

Anyone under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult
Our website will make the booking process very quick and easy for anyone booking, a large print version of the terms and conditions can be downloaded if needed, for all information go to www.redbusbistro.co.uk
Patrons should expect to share a table especially on our busier weekend tours. If patrons would rather not share a table we can try and accommodate them on a quieter tour.
Patrons are requested to arrive 5 – 10 minutes before departure at Shuttle Street. Unfortunately we cannot wait for late comers as we only have a limited time on stand. Refunds will not be offered to latecomers.
RED BUS BISTRO COMPANY LIMITED ACCESS POLICIES
Red Bus Bistro Bookings are only valid for the date and time stated.
Red Bus Bistro Company Limited will go out of its way to cater for as diverse and audience as possible within the physical confines of the bus, and will follow the DDA Legislation guidelines at all times.
Red Bus Bistro Company reserves the right to refuse carriage of patrons who are intoxicated, or displaying threatening or abusive behaviour, no refunds will be given under these circumstances. We also ask that a reasonable standard of behaviour is adhered to while on the tour, as there are other passengers to consider.
Red Bus Bistro is not responsible for any damage caused by breaking the rules.
Red Bus Bistro does not take any responsibility for the loss, damage or theft of personal belongings while on the Bus.
Red Bus Bistro’s Bus was registered in 1966; it consists of Drivers Cab, upper deck, lower deck, and will always have at least 4 staff on board. The bus seats 12 downstairs and 28 upstairs; unfortunately due to the age and design of the Bus we cannot accommodate wheelchair passengers. Red Bus Bistro can reserve seating in advance for the lower deck for those with mobility concerns. As per above, patrons should otherwise be prepared to share a table, where the patrons would rather be seated alone we can try and accommodate them on a quieter tour however not guaranteed,
Smoking is not permitted on the Bus at any time.
We do not offer live or recorded guide commentary on our buses. We are a dining Experience whilst touring Edinburgh or Glasgow.
We would like to point out that we operate Vintage Routemaster Buses, and although we keep our vehicles in the best possible maintenance condition there will be times that unforeseen maintenance issues may arise and result in a disruption to the tours, or cancellation; however we will endeavour to do everything in our power to avoid any disruption.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 84 reviews

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Loved it.

Avidesh_S, Sep 2025

This was such a lovely experience - the afternoon tea was fantastic as was the tour. A lovely way to see Glasgow.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

We’re absolutely delighted to hear you had such a lovely experience with us. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the afternoon tea and the tour—it really is a charming way to take in the sights of Glasgow while indulging in some delicious treats 🫖🚌We hope to welcome you back onboard soon

Glasgow Tea Bus of FUN!

Vivian_H, Sep 2025

We had such a great time on this tea tour! The treats were delicious and the crew extremely friendly! Highly recommend!!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're so thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time on our Glasgow Gin Tea Experience! It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the treats and had a blast with our crew. We truly appreciate your high recommendation and would love to welcome you back for more fun on the Tea Bus anytime!

Not worth your money!

Matthew_K, Jul 2025

This should have been a fantastic experience. However, there was no commentary along the ride due to staffing shortages. The poor girl who served us did her best and we truly felt sorry for her as she seemed overwhelmed. Beyond this, the food was poor at best. The burnt scone was particularly shameful. Also, the bus clearly needs work, especially mechanically as the brakes are horrible sounding. Until this operator gets their house in order, I would spend my money elsewhere!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Hello Matthew we have not had staff shortages for crew onboard ?? We are not a guided tour but do interact with passengers i will highlight this review for the crew manager to review and speak with the team to identify if they have any concerns as of now nothing has been reported . I m not sure if you spoke with the team member about issues with food but if you wish to email us direct we can obtain when you where onboard and look into the issues raised

What a great idea!...

Erin_M, Apr 2025

What a great idea! Enjoyed afternoon tea and Prosecco on a fun vintage bus. We were able to see the sites without worrying about the traffic or pedestrians.

Response from Host, May 2025

Hello Erin thank you for the review we appreciate all feedback and we are so pleased you enjoyed the tour of Glasgow 😊

Fun and tasty

Claire_R, May 2021

The bus was very prettily decorated and the staff were charming. The cream tea had a nice selection of things and were very tasty - the scone, in particular, was wonderfully light! However, it is called a "Gin Tea experience" and there was no gin!! If this was because of Covid, why has the price not been adjustd accordingly? If there's never any gin, why is it called a Gin Tea experience? Very disappointing. Also, the itinerary lists many "stops" - the only stop was for the toilet, and the experience would have greatly benefitted from some sort of guidance or commentary, so that we knew which landmarks we were passing, and what to look out for. A fun way to spend an hour and a half, but didn't really live up to what was promised.

Response from Host, May 2021

Hi there, thank you for your kind comments regarding our staff & food on your tour, We are glad you enjoyed it. Yes unfortunately we are currently unable to serve alcohol due to government restrictions, but all customers are made aware of this prior to the tour. We do not stop at the locations listed as stated on the page or always offer live or recorded guided commentary on our buses.as we are primarily a dining experience whilst touring Edinburgh or Glasgow. We hope you enjoyed your tour regardless and would love to welcome you back onboard in future. Team RBB