Afternoon Tea At Fortnum & Mason's & A London Attraction for Two

Afternoon tea was invented by Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford (1783-1857), one of Queen Victoria's ladies-in-waiting. At first the practice was limited to the upper classes, but it eventually became so popular that tea shops and tea-rooms began opening for the enjoyment of the general public.

The best place to sample traditional Afternoon Tea must be St. James's Restaurant. This world-renown restaurant with elegant and relaxed atmosphere where you will be treated to a fine selection of teas, luxury and traditional sandwiches, pastries and of course a selection of scones with clotted cream and preserves. 

Spend at least one hour taking in the sites of one of London's finest attractions, then move to the wonderful St. James's Restaurant in the Fortnum & Mason Department Store to indulge in a extravagant afternoon tea.

Please allow approximately 3 - 4 hours for the whole experience.

Opening Times:

Household Cavalry Museum (Horse guards) in the heart of Royal London this a truly enriching experience celebrating the history, heroes and exploits of the British Army's senior regiment from its origins in 1661. Open daily. 10am- 6pm March-September, 10am- 5pm October-February.

Tower Bridge completed in 1894 and instantly hailed as a London icon and one of the great engineering marvels of its age. Explore its history, uncover its secrets and enjoy stunning views of London from its spectacular high-level Walkways, 42 metres above the River Thames. Films, displays and hands-on exhibits chart the whole, fascinating history of Tower Bridge and how it has operated over the years. Victorian Engine Rooms house the original steam engines, awesome monsters whose immense power once raised the bascules of the bridge. A "virtual bridge lift" shows how the bascules still rise today to let ships pass beneath the Walkways. Open daily from 10am - 6pm (last admission at 5pm).

The Cathedral with its world-famous Dome, is an iconic feature of the London skyline, but there is so much more to Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece than its impressive facade. The interior, with its glittering mosaics, intricate stone carving, and breathtaking vantage points, are just a few reasons why a visit to St Paul's is a must. Open Monday to Saturday 8.30am - 4pm.

The Enchanted Palace is a very different and immersive experience which fills the historic State Apartments with modern art and fashion installations plus experimental lighting for two years whilst major building works to improve access to the palace take place.

At the heart of the Enchanted Palace journey is a quest for the seven princesses who once lived here. Their lives have been re-imagined as installations offering a fascinating interpretation of the palace's hidden stories. Visitors must use their eyes and ears to find clues that reveal the identity of the elusive royal residents. Guided by an enchanted map, the advice of obliging palace guardians and a few helping hands, their search will take them to all the hidden corners of the State Apartments and lead them to a glittering finale where they will at last meet the princesses face to face.

Bringing the Enchanted Palace to life are the palace guardians, our expert front of house team and professional actors, who provide a personal insight into the strange world of the palace. Open daily from 10.30am - 5pm (last admission at 4pm).

Fortnum & Mason Traditional Afternoon Teas are served between 3pm - 6pm.

Please note pre-booking is essential.

Please note vouchers are valid for 12 months.

Participant Guidelines: Any ages welcome, but under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult. Involves quite a lot of walking. All venues offer full wheelchair access except to The Enchanted Palace where some areas have limited accessibility. Fortnums chair access is via Piccadilly side.

Dress Code: The dress code is smart casual please (for instance wearers of t'shirts or jeans may not be permitted entry to some areas).

If you have any other means of physical disability, please contact our team before purchasing these vouchers to ensure we can cater for your needs. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.