Buckingham Palace, St James Palace & Tea at Kensington Palace
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London, England
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover London's royal side—and have the special chance to admire three historic palaces, all in one day—on this walking tour.
After stopping outside St. James's Palace, head to Buckingham Palace (and see the Changing of the Guard, depending on the day you've booked). Customize your tour with the option to upgrade your experience and step into one of the palaces. Then, cap it all off with traditional high tea, hosted right at Kensington Palace.
- Choose the tour size to suit your budget and needs—you're not tied to a large group by default
- Learn insider facts and stories you'd miss if exploring alone
- Eat like a true Brit with an included high tea of sweet treats and more
- Check off three palaces in just one day—perfect for travelers short on time
Sample Menu
Starter
Delicate Finger Sandwiches
The variety changes according to season and gluten, vegan and halal options are catered for
Main
Welsh Scones
With and without Raisins. Clotted Cream & Strawberry Jam. Dietary preferences possible
Dessert
Royal Cake Selection
Indulgent cakes according to the time of year.
What's Included
- Knowledgeable Guide and Royal history walk
- Afternoon Tea of Sandwiches, Scones & Cakes. (NB: Child Tea is typically for 11 yrs & younger)
- The history of tea drinking in England
- Small Group, maximum of 10, typically 4-6 guests
- A Private Table at the Afternoon Tea Venue
- Entrance to the State Rooms (if selected at check out)
- Private Transport
- No entrance to Palaces / Walking tour (unless selected at check out)
- Bus fare - please bring a Contactless Card or Oyster Card£1.75 per person
- Alcoholic BeveragesCan be purchased during the tea service
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Green ParkUnderground Ltd, Piccadilly, London W1J 9DZ, UK
We are meeting at the Park Gate between Ritz Hotel and the Station Entrance where the Black Gates are. Under the porch of Green Park Station Street Level. Nearest Underground: Green Park
End point
- Kensington PalaceKensington Gardens, London W8 4PX, UK
We will end the tour at the Orangery where we are hosting the High Tea.
Itinerary
1
Green Park
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
St. James's
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Spencer House
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
The Mall
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Clarence House
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
St. James's Palace
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Buckingham Palace
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Wellington Arch
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Bomber Command Memorial
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
Apsley House
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
11
Royal Albert Hall
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
12
Albert Memorial
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
13
Kensington Palace
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- We offer Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Vegan & Halal on prior request
- Not suitable for those with walking difficulty, we walk for about 60 mins
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 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
5.0
based on 96 reviews
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Wahida_K, Jul 2026
We had a wonderful time in this tour! David was so knowledgeable and shared so many great stories about the entire tour. He was thorough and explained the history as well. The High Tea at Kensington Palace was an experience of a lifetime! Princess Diana's memorial statue was beautiful surrounded by the beautiful garden she loved so dearly. We were very happy with the entire tour! Thank you David for eberything!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Wahida, Many thanks for your wonderful words. Together with Simon we run these tours to meet and connect with our guests. It was a pleasure being with you and Salim.
Janice_L, Jun 2026
It was a very interesting, in-depth tour and we got to learn not only about the history of London but also many can’t miss activities to do while on our trip. It was so much fun.
Alfred_C, May 2026
A bit of walking is involved, but you will get to see sights you normally wouldn’t. David takes you through the back alleys, highlighting bits of history not normally seen on a big tour. This is a small private tour and at the end, you have High Tea at Kensington Palace. A most do!
Response from Host, May 2026
Many thanks Alfred - I enjoyed meeting you and your family. The exceptional temperature was even higher than your home in Florida which you took in good humour! I hope to see you again one day
Brandon_S, Apr 2026
Grace was absolutely fantastic. It was just the four of us and she was so friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time with her.
Emily_H, Apr 2026
This was a wonderful and insightful tour of some of the key sights in London. Dave was a wonderful guide, extremely personable and knowledgeable! We greatly enjoyed the tea at Kensington as well!
Carol_c, Mar 2026
Simon was an absolutely wonderful guide. He had so much interesting information to share with us. We were all fascinated with the history and antidotes Simon shared with us. At the end of the walk we had a lovely tea at the Orangery. I highly recommend this tour; and if you get Simone as your tour guide, you will have an informational and enjoyable time
Dianne_N, Feb 2026
Simon was a charming, informative guide. We enjoyed our tour very much and highly recommend it to others.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Simon was very pleased to be your host
Courtney_C, Nov 2025
We had a personal tour from Simon. His knowledge and his ability to relate all the information to all ages levels was amazing! We were truly blessed to have Simon as our guide today! A very memorable day with our family!
Joanne_W, Oct 2025
Tea at Kensington Palace was a lovely experience- especially since my guide was so knowledgeable and engaging.
Jennifer_S, Sep 2025
It was a walking tour but it was not overly athletic- which was good. We got to see Buckingham Palace and then we got to tour the gardens at Kensington Palace. Our guide was knowledgeable and very friendly.
Erin_N, May 2025
Simon was a wonderful tour guide. He is extremely knowledgeable, friendly, witty, and fun. We enjoyed strolling and listening to the history. Tea at the end was lovely. Perfect London day. Thank you!
Response from Host, May 2025
On behalf of Simon, thank you Erin!
PEDRO_C, Mar 2025
Simon was amazing! We had a wonderful time and did learn so much about London, England and its history. We ended with tea by the beautiful Kensington Palace. Everyone loved the experience.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you Pedro - Simon was over the moon in reading your review
Nancy_B, Feb 2025
The event/walk was really, really informative and fun because of our guide, Simon Taylor. He made it so much more than I anticipated. (And the High Tea was to die for!)
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Simon was delighted to read your review. A big thank you for visiting us.
Jennifer_W, Dec 2024
Our guide was very friendly and gave us so much history and information. It was wonderful! And the tea at the end was delicious!
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you Jennifer we really enjoyed your company on the tour
sb9jyzh9dj, Apr 2024
David’s guided Royal walk through Hyde Park and the Royal homes was truly exceptional. His depth of knowledge and passion for sharing the history of the Royals made the experience incredibly engaging and enlightening. With David as our guide, we not only strolled through the beautiful Hyde Park but also gained a deeper understanding of the significance of the Royal residences in the area. His thoroughness and enthusiasm truly enhanced the tour, making it a memorable and enriching experience. We especially appreciated his attention to detail and the personalized touch he brought to the tour. Highly recommended for anyone interested in delving into the rich history of the Royals!
Diane_B, Jun 2023
Our guide, Tom was delightful! We enjoyed his stories and he was a wealth of knowledge. The High Tea experience was wonderful as well.
Diana_K, Oct 2022
Our tour guide Simon did such an amazing job! We enjoyed the history he provided while touring the 3 palaces and the teal at Kensington Palace was magnificent! The tea set was so beautiful and the scones, cakes and sandwiches were as delicious as they look in the photos.
Donna_S, Oct 2022
Absolutely, positively the best your ever. Simon went over and above - informative, educational,fun, everything positive. 10 stars is not even enough!
Response from Host, Oct 2022
10 stars - best review every! Simon will be over the moon....
Ardi_M, Aug 2022
Be prepared to do lots of walking . Would have like to have been there for part of or a section of the changing of the guard . High tea food was good .
Response from Host, Aug 2022
Thanks for leaving a positive review. Charlotte enjoyed hosting you,
Karen_S, Apr 2022
I absolutely loved the chance to enjoy High Tea on the grounds of Kensington Palace, served on Princess Diana’s royal China! And if not for our outstanding tour guide, David, I would not know the meaning of the phrase High Tea. 😊
Daniel_B, Feb 2022
David was a great guide. Very knowledgeable, experienced and friendly. Had a great sense for interesting details and the history of different landmarks.
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