Best 19 themed afternoon teas in London

Hop aboard a vintage routemaster bus and tour London, spotting iconic sights along the way… all while indulging in colourful cupcakes and dainty finger sandwiches. Hook up to the audio guide on Brigit's Bakery Afternoon Tea Bus Tour and see The London Eye, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and many more landmarks. Read More

Get hands-on at The Ampersand Hotel's Science Afternoon Tea. Drawing inspiration from the nearby Science Museum, you can dig to discover a dinosaur biscuit, dish up sweet treats from petri dishes and munch on some stellar space-themed cakes. Read More

Find treats from chocolatiers Charbonnel et Walker as part of the sumptuous chocolate afternoon tea at May Fair Kitchen. Alongside traditional finger sandwiches, such as roast beef with horseradish and smoked salmon with cream cheese, you’ll uncover chocolate truffles, tiramisu and doughnuts with chocolate sauce. Read More

Enjoy a sedate afternoon tea on the Thames, while passing some of London’s most famous sights on City Cruises' afternoon tea cruise. Nibble on finger sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam and cakes accompanied by unlimited tea and coffee. The on-board bar serves a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

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Be transported to south-east Asia as Pan Pacific puts a Singaporean twist on the afternoon tea. Bao buns, dim sum and matcha scones with kaya jam make up just some of the inventive treats served in the hotel’s Orchid Lounge. Read More

Hop aboard the Northern Belle at London Victoria Station for an afternoon tea with a difference. Sink into one of its cosy chairs and watch the world go by on this special four-hour train journey with afternoon tea. Tuck into classic delights or opt for the Alice-in-Wonderland-themed Mad Hatter’s Tea. Read More

Get creative during the interactive Arcane Afternoon Tea experience at the Wands and Wizard Exploratorium. Grab a wand and cast a spell to unlock a chest where you’ll find lots of tantalising ingredients. Brew two of your own teas, and feast on treats based around magic and molecular gastronomy as part of this unique session. Read More

Head to the Far East with a Japanese-inspired afternoon tea at Ginza St James’s. Delight in teriyaki beef, black cod croquettes with wasabi mayonnaise and a wagyu burger before trying sweet items such as passion fruit curd – all accompanied by Japanese teas. Read More

Tumble down the rabbit hole with the Queen of Hearts Afternoon Tea at Taj 51 Hotel. This Alice-in-Wonderland-themed afternoon tea includes nibbles based on the character from Lewis Carroll’s famous tale, from Off With Their Heads banana moelleux to The Jury scones. Read More

Experience an enchanting take on the classic afternoon treat at the riverside Swan. Themed around some of Shakespeare’s greatest plays, its two afternoon teas feature a whimsical mix of sweet and savoury elements for the perfect pre-show treat.

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Slide on down to Burger Bites, which puts a burger-themed twist on an afternoon tea. Choose six mini burgers, which are served on a tiered stand alongside cakes that resemble burgers – the perfect treat for a burger aficionado!

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Eat your way through London's most recognisable sights at Town House at The Kensington with its London Landmarks Afternoon Tea, which pays homage to the capital's iconic buildings. Treat yourself to The Shard in carrot cake form, a red telephone box rhubarb mousse and more, all presented on a London Eye-inspired tea stand alongside a bespoke map.

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Go on a magical adventure with Aqua Shard’s Peter Pan Afternoon Tea. Gaze out across London and imagine you're best pals with the boy who never grew up, as you sip on a Fairy Dust cocktail, enjoy The Lost Boys chicken and bacon sandwiches, and delight in cakes such as the Tinker Bell with its touch of gold fairy dust. Read More

Tuck into weird and wonderful creations inspired by Roald Dahl's much-loved book with the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych. Enjoy the likes of “Not-quite-as-it-seems beetroot macaron”, “Blue as a blueberry cake pop” and scones with snozzberry jam. Read More

Enjoy a colourful afternoon tea in this fabulous venue featuring pink decor and pieces by artist David Shrigley. Sketch Gallery offers up a cornucopia of edible delights, including bright cakes, fresh scones and fruit tarts, as well as scrumptious finger sandwiches.

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Pick on pastries inspired by contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama with Rosewood London's Art Afternoon Tea, served in its Mirror Room. Enjoy dainty bites full of Japanese flavours, and even pair your tea with champagne made in collaboration with the artist, whose Infinity Mirror Rooms exhibition arrives at Tate Modern this spring. Read More

Channel your inner fashionista with this stylish afternoon tea at The Berkeley Hotel. Inspired by the latest catwalk designs and famous brands, the collection changes with the seasons, and has featured the likes of a red velvet cake inspired by the Lady Dior Handbag and a Moschino million-dollar note-topped pistachio delice.

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Step into the world of one of Beatrix Potter's most famous characters with the Peter Rabbit Afternoon Tea at The Dilly (formerly Le Méridien Piccadilly). Sandwiches include the veg-focused “Mr McGregor's Garden”; while sweets feature “Flower-Pot Hideout”, an edible chocolate pot with chamomile mousse. Read More

Have a go at making your own savoury bites and sweet treats with The Ultimate Afternoon Tea course run by The Cookery School at Little Portland Street. Join friends or family in crafting cakes, sandwiches, pastries and scones. At the end of your class, you’ll sit down to your creations with a glass of sparkling wine or a soft drink.

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