Afternoon Tea at The British Museum
Enjoy traditional afternoon tea under the breathtaking roof of the British Museum’s Great Court Restaurant
Bestseller
British Museum's Afternoon Tea key information
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 72 hours in advance to receive a full refund.
Highlights
- Delight your senses with a traditional afternoon tea at the British Museum
- Magnificent location for your delicious afternoon treat in the airy Great Court Restaurant under the Museum’s famous glass roof
- Choose from a selection of organic loose-leaf teas and delicate flowering teas such as Rising Flower or Jasmine Fairies
- The British Museum’s afternoon tea menu includes all the traditional delicacies and can cater to the following dietary restrictions: vegetarian, pescatarian and nut free
What's included
Afternoon tea at The British Museum
Gratuities (optional)
Additional food and drink
Transfers
Prepare for the experience
Children information
- Children of all ages can access the museum
Accessibility information
- The museum is accessible for wheelchairs users
- Please contact our team before booking should you require any accessibility information regarding the experience
Ticket restrictions
- The maximum number of people per booking is six. If you would like to book for more than six people you will have to make another booking under a different name
Additional information
- Note that the restaurant will not provide Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Lactose Free, Halal or Vegan Afternoon Tea at the British Museum
- Please do contact our team before booking should you require any information about dietary requirements
The Afternoon Tea at The British Museum experience’s live date and time can be seen when booking.
- Duration: 1.5h
- Last food orders are taken one hour before closing
The regular operating times are the following:
- Daily: 11:30 am - 3.30 pm
Here is a typical menu filled with British afternoon tea delights including traditional teas, delicious sandwiches and cakes.
Afternoon tea | Prosecco afternoon tea
- Freshly baked Earl Grey tea-soaked raisin scone and Somerset farm butter scone
- Cornish clotted cream and Wilkin & Sons Tip tree strawberry jam
Sandwiches
- Roast beef, beetroot horseradish cream cheese, wild rocket
- Coronation spiced free-range chicken, mango chutney, spinach
- Isle of Skye smoked salmon, cucumber and seaweed crème fraîche
- Truffed organic free-range egg mayonnaise, mustard cress and black pepper (v)
Delicate cakes
- Mango and passion fruit coulis tart, burnt meringue and mint cress
- Opera cake, chocolate ganache, almond sponge and coffee buttercream
- Raspberry matcha Bakewell tart, pistachio crumb and fresh raspberry
- Spiced carrot and quinoa cake, salted caramel cream cheese (v)
How to get there
- Address: Great Court Cafe, at The British Museum, Great Russell St, London WC1B 3DG, England
- Nearest underground station: Russell Square
Frequently asked questions
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Where is the British Museum located in London?
- The main entrance is at The British Museum Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG.
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What food is served during a traditional Afternoon Tea?
- Traditionally, afternoon tea consists of a selection of sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, and a variety of sweet treats in the form of pastries and cake.
- These are arranged on a tiered cake stand and served alongside a pot, or two, of tea.
Supplier information
This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and provided by Golden Tours.
