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Families rate the Kensington tea tours well: reviewers mention teenage daughters, three kids under ten and even a guide who found a playground for the children mid-walk. The key is knowing what the walk involves and what children are served.
The quick answer
Children are welcome. The Orangery lists a children's afternoon tea at £29, and palace tickets for under-16s are £12.40 in 2026. The tours walk for about an hour first, which suits children who can manage that. The Diana Memorial Playground is in the same park.
Is the royal high tea suitable for children?
Yes, for children who can walk for about an hour and sit for a sit-down tea.
Reviewers have taken children of all ages, and one family touring with three children under ten called the tea fantastic. For toddlers, consider booking the Orangery directly and skipping the walk.
What do children get to eat?
The Orangery's children's afternoon tea is a smaller stand of sandwiches, a scone with clotted cream and cakes, with tea or a soft drink.
On the tours, check the options at checkout for children's pricing; one listing notes its children's tea is designed for under-10s.
How long is the walk?
About an hour, on flat park paths, before tea.
Pushchairs are fine on most routes; one tour is listed as stroller accessible. Bring water and a snack for small children, but not too much: tea is coming.
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Check dates for the Royal High TeaWhat is there for children nearby?
The Diana Memorial Playground, with its pirate ship, is in Kensington Gardens, and the Peter Pan statue is on the walk.
The Round Pond has swans and ducks, and the Italian Gardens' fountains are a good photo stop.
Is Kensington Palace good for kids?
Yes for older children interested in royals: the palace tells the stories of Queen Victoria's childhood and royal fashion.
Children under 16 pay £12.40 in 2026. The Queen's State Apartments are closed until spring 2027; the King's State Apartments and exhibitions are open.
Adding the palace? Timed entry tickets cover the State Apartments and exhibitions.
Explore Kensington Palace ticketsWhich option suits families best?
The Royal High Tea for a classic outing, the private tour for a flexible pace, or a direct Orangery booking for young children.
The private tour lets you set the pace and stop when children need to; one private guide even adapted the route to a family's interests.
Want to go at your children's pace? The private tour is yours alone.
Explore the private royal high teaAny other family tips?
Book a morning or early-afternoon slot, skip lunch and tell the operator about allergies.
For clothes and shoes, see the dress code guide; and for a no-walking alternative, the afternoon tea bus is a hit with children.
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Check dates for the Royal High TeaFrequently asked questions
Is there a children's afternoon tea at Kensington Palace?
Yes. The Orangery lists a children's afternoon tea at £29.
Can I bring a pushchair on the tour?
On most routes, yes; one tour is listed as stroller accessible. Check your listing.
Do babies need a ticket?
Check the options on your tour listing; the Orangery charges for the food ordered.
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before on every option. Prices are from-prices in USD and move with the season.
Royal High Tea at Kensington Palace
- Guided walk from Queensway station: Italian Gardens, Peter Pan, Round Pond, Diana's stories
- Full afternoon tea at the Orangery: sandwiches, scones with clotted cream, cakes, tea
- Private table (not shared with strangers); small group of up to 12
Private Royal High Tea with Your Own Guide
A private guide, sparkling wine and your own pace
