Tour of Kensington Palace and Tea at Grosvenor House
Ref: ETLGH
Duration: 2½ hrs
- Explore the former home of the Princess of Wales
- Then visit Grosvenor House for a classic afternoon tea
- Traditional sandwiches, freshly baked scones and pastries - delicious!
Your experience includes entrance to Kensington Palace. Originally a private country house, the building was acquired by William III and Mary II in 1689 and was adapted for royal residence by Sir Christopher Wren. For the next 70 years the palace played host to the courts of William and Mary, Queen Anne, George I and George II. In the 19th century Kensington was the birthplace and childhood home of Princess Victoria (later Queen Victoria) and Princess Diana occupied apartments in the north-west part of the palace from 1981 to 1997. Follow your tour with tea at Grosvenor House. First opened in 1928, this five star luxury hotel in Mayfair known for its exceptional service and style is often frequented by royalty, celebrities and business leaders. In the relaxed and elegant surroundings of the Park Room, a selection of afternoon teas is served along with traditional sandwiches, freshly baked scones and classic pastries.
Location: Kensington, London
More Information:
Participant Guidelines: Minimum age is 18. Please be aware the palace has only restricted wheelchair access (eg the State Apartments can only be reached by stair). Grosvenor House has full wheelchair access.
Duration: The tour starts at 2pm and your afternoon tea is booked for 4.30pm. There is no fixed session length but as a guide, tours last an hour and a half and tea between an hour and two.
Dress Code: The dress code is smart casual please (for instance wearers of t/shirts or jeans may not be permitted entry).
Availability: Selected Monday to Saturday dates.