Brigit’s Bakery: Paddington Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

About this experience

Brigit's Bakery Paddington Afternoon Tea Bus Tour This unique London tour combines traditional afternoon tea with sightseeing from a restored vintage double-decker bus. You'll enjoy freshly prepared finger sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream, and an exquisite selection of pastries whilst touring past Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and St Paul's Cathedral. The 90-minute journey takes you through central London's most photographed locations with panoramic windows providing excellent views and photo opportunities. The carefully curated menu features classic cucumber sandwiches, smoked salmon selections, and seasonal specialties that reflect traditional English tea customs. Premium teas and coffee are served throughout the journey by knowledgeable staff as the bus navigates central London's streets. The vintage buses have large windows designed specifically for sightseeing, so you can enjoy the views whatever the weather. If you're planning a full day of London sightseeing, consider combining this afternoon tea experience with a Westminster walking tour to explore the area's historic landmarks on foot, or book a London Eye experience for spectacular city views from a different perspective. What is Included 90-minute sightseeing tour on vintage double-decker bus Traditional afternoon tea with finger sandwiches Freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam Selection of pastries and cakes Premium teas and coffee throughout the journey Professional service from uniformed staff Commentary through high-quality audio systems Vintage double-decker bus with panoramic windows Good to Know Duration: Approximately 90 minutes total tour time Meeting Point: 8 Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5BY, at the bus stop outside the Grand Hotel by Trafalgar Square. The tour starts and ends here. Arrive 15 minutes before scheduled departure time. Dress Code: Smart casual attire recommended. Many guests enjoy dressing up for this special afternoon tea occasion. Accessibility: The vintage double-decker buses are not accessible to wheelchair or pushchair users, and there is no toilet on board or at the departure point. Dietary Requirements: Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available with advance notice when booking. Weather: Tours operate in all weather conditions. What to Bring: Camera or phone for photography. Large windows provide excellent photo opportunities throughout the journey. Age Suitability: Children under 5 are not permitted. Special children's afternoon tea options may be available upon request. For another quintessentially London experience, consider adding a Tower of London tour to see the Crown Jewels after your afternoon tea adventure.

Highlights

• 90-minute tour past Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and St Paul's
• Served aboard a restored vintage double-decker bus with panoramic windows
• Menu includes finger sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream and pastries
• Paddington Bear theming woven throughout the experience
• Combines traditional afternoon tea with a guided London sightseeing route

What is included

• Afternoon tea with finger sandwiches and scones
• Clotted cream served with warm scones
• Selection of pastries included with tea
• 90-minute sightseeing tour of central London
• Travel aboard a restored vintage double-decker bus
• Panoramic window views of iconic landmarks

Before you go

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Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.