Kensington Palace Gardens & Royal Afternoon Tea Tour

Stroll through the stunning Kensington Gardens, home to royal history and breathtaking landscapes. Later, enjoy an exclusive Royal Afternoon Tea. Join a luxurious and elegant London adventure.

Tour Overview

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.

Later, enjoy a lavish Royal Afternoon Tea. Savor traditional English delights, including sumptuous authentic cakes, scones, and pastries, as well as decadent delicious finger sandwiches.

While dining, take in stunning palace views from the 18th-century “Orangery” Royal Café, nestled within the Kensington Palace estate. Indulge in the quintessentially English tradition of Afternoon Tea amidst the opulent surroundings of one of England’s premier royal residences. This is a must-do for those seeking luxury and history in one of the most beautiful settings in London.

What's Included

  • Tour is led by a first-class expert local London guide who have been rated 5-star for their passionate and friendly expertise.
  • Visit the exterior of Kensington Palace and the Palace Gardens
  • Skip-the-line entry to The Orangery Restaurant
  • Royal Tea experience with cakes, sandwiches, and a choice of up to 10 English teas

Highlights

  • Discover Kensington Gardens with access to the Cradle Walk
  • Hear about the events that shaped Queen Elizabeth II's reign
  • See the recently installed statue of Princess Diana
  • Savor afternoon tea in a gorgeous setting fit for kings and queens

Languages

  • English

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does LetzGo's Kensington Palace Gardens and Afternoon Tea tour include?

LetzGo’s 2-hour tour covers Kensington Gardens and the exterior of Kensington Palace with a specialist local guide, before a queue-free Royal Tea experience at the Orangery Restaurant. The guided walk includes the Cradle Walk, the Princess Diana Memorial Statue in the Sunken Garden, and the formal gardens surrounding the palace, with the guide providing royal history and context throughout. The Afternoon Tea includes sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, cakes and a selection of English teas, served in the Orangery’s elegant 18th-century interior.

Is entry to the interior of Kensington Palace included in this tour?

No — interior access to Kensington Palace is not included in LetzGo’s Kensington Gardens and Afternoon Tea tour. This experience focuses on the gardens, the Cradle Walk, the Princess Diana Memorial Statue, the exterior of the palace and the Orangery Tea. Guests who wish to visit the State Apartments inside the palace should book LetzGo’s VIP Kensington Palace & Gardens Royal Tea Crown Experience, which includes scheduled access to the palace interior.

Where is the Princess Diana Memorial Statue at Kensington Palace?

The Princess Diana Memorial Statue is located in the Sunken Garden of Kensington Palace — Diana’s favourite garden at the palace where she lived from her marriage in 1981 until 1997. The statue, unveiled by Princes William and Harry in July 2021 on what would have been Diana’s 60th birthday, depicts her surrounded by three children representing the many she worked with throughout her charitable life. LetzGo’s Kensington Gardens tour includes a stop at the statue as part of the guided walk.

What is the cancellation and rescheduling policy?

We offer free cancellation and free rescheduling on all bookings made more than 24 hours before your scheduled tour departure time. If your plans change, simply contact us as early as possible and we will rebook you onto another available date at no additional charge.

Cancellations or changes requested less than 24 hours before departure are not possible, and the booking will be treated as non-refundable. This policy exists because our tours operate with a limited number of guests, and last-minute cancellations prevent us from offering the spot to other travellers.

We strongly recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred date, particularly during peak travel seasons (June to September) when availability fills quickly. If you are booking for a group, please contact us directly before completing your booking so we can advise on availability and any group-specific arrangements.

Is this tour accessible for guests with reduced mobility or physical limitations?

We want to be transparent about this so that every guest can make an informed decision before booking. This tour is not currently recommended for guests using wheelchairs, motorised scooters or other mobility assistance devices. The tour route includes a significant amount of walking and covers surfaces that can be challenging, including cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs across both venues.

Strollers and baby carriages cannot be accommodated on this tour.

We also ask that all participants be in good general health. If you have a medical condition or are not accustomed to regular exercise, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking.

If you have specific mobility concerns and are unsure whether this tour is right for you, please contact us before booking — we will always advise honestly based on your situation, and we can explore whether alternative tour options or arrangements may be more suitable.

Email us on: info@letzgocitytours.com if you need further assistance.