Everyone wants a slice of the cake, so book in advance to guarantee your spot! From champagne afternoon tea at The Ritz to afternoon tea with champagne and incredible views, check out the capital's best venues to indulge in this beloved British tradition.
Some venues insist on a smart dress code – but you are sipping on some of the finest champagnes around, after all.
Treat yourself to an opulent champagne afternoon tea at The Ritz, one of London's most historic and glamourous hotels. Enjoy a delicious selection of finely cut sandwiches, freshly baked scones and delicate pastries and teacakes. Choose from 20 different types of loose-leaf tea and add a glass of champagne to give your afternoon some extra sparkle!
At The Ritz, you'll be served afternoon tea with champagne in the luxurious surroundings of The Palm Court – complete with glittering chandeliers, impeccable service and renditions of classical favourites by the resident pianist.
Best for: a luxury experience in an iconic hotel
Price: from £102 per person with one glass of champagne
150 Piccadilly, St. James's, London, W1J 9BR
Enjoy a delicious champagne afternoon tea at The Savoy in central London. A tradition since the iconic hotel opened in 1889, afternoon tea at The Savoy is an experience not to be missed, both for the delectable treats and the gorgeous surroundings.
Take your seat in Gallery, a stunningly elegant new dining space in the heart of the hotel. Choose from more than 30 premium teas, served with scrumptious finger sandwiches, homemade scones with clotted cream, jam and lemon curd, along with a mouthwatering selection of fine cakes and pastries created by The Savoy’s Executive Pastry Chef Nicolas Houchet.
Best for: a luxury experience in a stunning location
Price: from £110 per person with one glass of champagne
The Strand, London, WC2R 0EZ
Head to the South Bank for one of the best champagne afternoon teas in London with a view: champagne afternoon tea in The Library at County Hall. Savour a range of delicious treats while admiring spectacular views of the Thames and Big Ben. On the menu, you'll find an indulgent selection of finger sandwiches, homemade cakes and pastries, scones with clotted cream and jam, and a celebratory glass of champagne per person.
As well as the views, you'll experience the 1920s glitz and glamour of The Library, which is located in the London Marriott Hotel County Hall and decorated with traditional oak bookcases.
Best for: astounding views of the Thames and Big Ben
Price: from £90 per person with one glass of champagne
London County Hall Westminster Bridge Road, London, SE1 7PB
Indulge in a decadent champagne afternoon tea at The Palm Court in the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, featuring scrummy sandwiches, fluffy scones with clotted cream and homemade preserves, fine patisseries, a pot of freshly brewed tea and a glass of champagne.
The Sheraton Grand London Park Lane is renowned for its unique art deco design and 1920s heritage. Afternoon tea and champagne are served at The Palm Court, which is one of the original features of the hotel from when it was built in 1927.
Best for: 1920s charm
Price: from £80 per person with one glass of champagne
Sheraton Grand London Park Lane, Piccadilly, London, W1J 7BX
Sample exquisite British treats in an iconic British venue steeped in history, with champagne afternoon tea at The Hansom in the stunning St Pancras Renaissance Hotel. Once providing the cobbled driveway of the original rail station, The Hansom is the perfect place to unwind in plush surroundings.
Savour a selection of finely crafted sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and exquisite pastries, all paired with 18 varieties of loose-leaf tea and a glass of champagne. The elegant surroundings are complemented by live music at weekends.
Best for: elegance and tradition in a historic venue
Price: from £88 per person with a glass of champagne
St Pancras Renaissance Hotel, Euston Road, London, NW1 2AR
Feast on exquisite champagne afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason, featuring fluffy scones, delicious sandwiches and teacakes in the lavish surroundings of the Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon, on the fourth floor of luxurious department store Fortnum & Mason on Piccadilly, in the heart of Mayfair.
Formerly St James’ Restaurant, the Georgian-style tea salon was opened by Queen Elizabeth II and members of the Royal Family in 2012.
Best for: famous tea in royal surroundings
Price: £99.95 per person with one glass of champagne
181 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9EH
Enjoy unlimited bubbly and an assortment of fine pastries, scones and sandwiches, with an indulgent bottomless champagne afternoon tea at The Rubens at the Palace, a beautifully restored historic hotel in a prime location.
Settle into the Palace Lounge and marvel at magnificent views of the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace, as you savour afternoon tea and champagne in one of London's most historic spots.
Best for: bottomless champagne and incredible views of Buckingham Palace
Price: £115 per person with bottomless champagne
39-41 Buckingham Palace Road, London, SW1W 0PS
Savour a timeless afternoon tea with champagne at The Georgian, inside London's most famous department store, Harrods. The height of sophistication and 1920s glamour, newly revamped The Georgian is located on the fourth floor and now serves Harrods' famous afternoon tea.
Take a seat in the gorgeous surroundings, listen to live piano music and delight in a selection of mouthwatering nibbles, patisseries and traditional scones, alongside a glass of champagne and tea selected by the venue's very own Tea Tailor.
Best for: a treat on a shopping spree
Price: £94 per person with one glass of champagne
Harrods, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7XL
Champagne, scrumptious finger sandwiches, plain and raisin buttermilk scones, heavenly pastries and home baked cakes: treat yourself with champagne afternoon tea at The Park Room at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House London – complete with a relaxed atmosphere and top-notch service.
Overlooking Hyde Park in glamorous Mayfair, this is one of London's most desirable addresses, with the West End and Knightsbridge just a short stroll away.
Best for: a luxury experience with Hyde Park views
Price: £83 per person with one glass of champagne
86-90 Park Lane, Mayfair, London, W1K 7TN
Enjoy the ultimate champagne afternoon tea experience at The Langham, ideally located in the heart of the West End, at the top of Regent Street, close to the retail delights of Bond Street, Soho and London's world-renowned theatre district.
Served in the elegant 1950s Palm Court restaurant, indulge in finger sandwiches, cakes, pastries and scones, a glass of Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut NV and tea or coffee served on Wedgwood tea ware. Guests have enjoyed afternoon tea at The Langham since 1865, and it continues to stay true to the British afternoon tea tradition.
Best for: a luxury experience near the West End
Price: £100 per person with one glass of champagne
1c Portland Place, Regent Street, London, W1B 1JA
Indulge in an exquisite champagne afternoon tea at The Stage, inside The Londoner Hotel on Leicester Square. Enjoy mouthwatering sandwiches, artisan pastries and freshly baked scones with Cornish clotted cream and jam, served with loose-leaf tea and a glass of champagne, inside the hotel's celebrated champagne bar.
The Londoner is the world's first super boutique hotel and the star at its bar, The Stage, is a reserve collection of champagne, with more than 35 bottles to choose from and a selection of champagne cocktails.
Best for: a great champagne selection and access to the West End
Price: £75 per person with one glass of champagne
38 Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7DX
Tuck into afternoon tea with champagne at The Wolseley, an opulent cafe-restaurant in the grand European tradition on London’s Piccadilly. With a spectacular listed interior, The Wolseley is famous for its indulgent breakfasts and brunches, and its champagne afternoon tea is another experience not to be missed!
Savour a delightful selection of sweet and savoury treats and desserts, along with a pot of The Wolseley’s Afternoon Blend and a glass of Pommery Brut Royal NV champagne. The Wolseley offers one of the best-value champagne afternoon teas in London.
Best for: great value and served daily
Price: £59.50 per person with one glass of champagne
160 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9EB
Frequently asked questions
What is afternoon tea with champagne called?
Afternoon tea with champagne is simply called champagne afternoon tea.
What is champagne afternoon tea?
Champagne afternoon tea combines traditional afternoon tea treats – sandwiches, cakes, scones and tea or coffee – with a glass of French champagne.
How much is champagne afternoon tea in London?
Prices vary, depending on the venue, the food and the champagne on offer, but the cost of a champagne afternoon tea in London usually starts from £50 per person and can go up to £120 per person at luxurious five-star hotels and restaurants.
What do you wear to a champagne afternoon tea?
Some venues insist on a smart dress code, which usually means no trainers, T-shirts, shorts or sportswear. Check with the venue ahead of your visit if required.
For more indulgent treats, try the capital’s best traditional afternoon teas or hang out in a stylish champagne bar. If you're on a budget, opt for a cheap afternoon tea or take your pick from a huge selection of London afternoon teas. Take a look at some of the more unusual afternoon tea options, try an afternoon tea cruise* or see more of London during an afternoon tea bus tour.
