Afternoon Tea Bus Tour London Reviews: #MakingLondonSmile

Are you looking for a great way to celebrate a special occasion? Treat your loved one like royalty? Put a big smile on their face? Then have a look at what we have on offer for you...

#MakingLondonSmile is our motto here at Brigit's Bakery. It's what we're all about and has been our mission from day one. One thing we can say with confidence is that our Brigit's Bakery bus tour experiences, our food, and everything we create always make people smile. And we all know we need a lot more of that in our lives!

But before we share some Afternoon Tea Bus London reviews to show you we're not the only ones thinking this way, let's answer some questions you may have about our tours.

What happens on the afternoon tea bus tour in London?

Our Afternoon Tea bus tours take you on a memorable journey through Central London aboard our vintage 1960s Routemaster buses. You'll enjoy a full afternoon tea experience while taking in some of the city's most iconic sights.

As your London bus winds through the streets, you'll pass The London Eye, Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, St James's Park, Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, The Royal Albert Hall, Marble Arch, Piccadilly Circus, Nelson's Column, Downing Street, and many more royal attractions and sights (including iconic bridges, parks, and museums).

Throughout the tour, our friendly staff serve you delicious treats. You'll enjoy freshly prepared sandwiches, homemade cakes, scones with jam and clotted cream, and your choice of teas or coffee. On our themed tours, you'll also experience interactive entertainment with character-guided animations and onboard activities.

How long is the afternoon tea bus tour in London?

All our afternoon tea bus tour London experiences last approximately 90 minutes, depending on traffic. This gives you plenty of time to savour every bite of your afternoon tea while soaking up the stunning London views. It's the perfect length - not too rushed, but just long enough to see all the highlights.

What food is served on the afternoon tea bus?

Our London sightseeing bus afternoon tea menu features an exquisite selection of French-inspired treats. To give you an idea, this is what you may enjoy (although our menus are updated regularly):

• Freshly prepared savoury finger sandwiches (like smoked salmon and cream cheese).
• Mini quiches and savoury muffins.
• An assortment of mini homemade cakes and tarts.
• Freshly baked scones served with jam and clotted cream.
• A selection of fine teas, coffee, and hot chocolate.

On our themed tours, menus are often specially designed around a character or an occasion. Think Grandpa Pig's Chicken & Tomato burger bun on the Peppa Pig Afternoon Tea Bus Tour, or the best marmalade sandwich ever on the Paddington Afternoon Tea Bus Tour.

On all Afternoon Tea Bus Tours, we offer full dietary options including Traditional, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, and Gluten-free. This means everyone can enjoy the full experience, no matter your requirements or preferences.

Does the afternoon tea bus have a toilet?

Unfortunately, no - our vintage Routemaster buses don't have toilets onboard. This is why we recommend our tours for ages 5 and up, except our Peppa Pig Afternoon Tea Bus Tour and PAW Patrol London Bus Tour which welcomes ages 2+ and is the perfect "My First Afternoon Tea" experience. The 90-minute duration is manageable for most guests, but we always recommend using facilities before boarding.

Afternoon tea bus tours for children and families

Looking for the perfect day out in London? Our themed afternoon tea bus tours are designed with families in mind.

We run incredible character-themed experiences including our Peppa Pig, PAW Patrol, Paddington Bear, and MONOPOLY tours. Each one brings beloved characters to life through themed menus, interactive entertainment, and special keepsakes like character travel cups and activity books.

Built-in screens provide age-appropriate content. Our talented entertainers lead sing-alongs, games, and quizzes throughout the journey. The menus feature familiar favourites with fun character-themed names. It's entertainment and education combined - Making London Smile for the whole family.

For example, here's what one family had to say about our very popular Peppa Pig Afternoon Tea Bus Tour:

"Lovely birthday tea treat. We had a lovely time on Peppa Pig's Afternoon Tea Bus as a special treat for our granddaughters' 5th birthdays. [...] We were greeted warmly by Kev, who made a nice fuss of the birthday girls. He also gave an impressively informative commentary on the sights as well doing a fun quiz which was well received. The afternoon tea was excellent with delicious savouries, cakes and drinks, beautifully presented. All guests were given a Peppa Pig colouring book and got to keep their Peppa Pig drinking cup. Friendly and efficient service [...]. Thank you."

Want to learn more about all our themed options? Check out our guide to London themed Afternoon Tea London Bus Tours.

Children's party bus hire: WOW your friends!

Hosting a birthday party or special celebration? Make it truly unforgettable with our Private Hire Afternoon Tea Bus Tours.

Our Peppa Pig party bus, PAW Patrol party bus, Paddington party bus, and MONOPOLY party bus are all available for exclusive hire. You can book just the lower deck, upper deck, or the whole bus depending on your group size. It's perfect for birthdays where you want to WOW and impress your friends.

Each bus comes with its full themed experience - the afternoon tea menu, interactive screens, character décor, and all the entertainment elements that make our tours special.

Your group gets the entire bus to themselves. You set the departure time, and we tailor the experience to your needs. It's the ultimate children's party with a London twist!

Want to find out more? Contact us today to discuss your specific requirements.

Is the afternoon tea bus in London worth it?

Absolutely! But don't just take our word for it. Have a look at some of the most recent afternoon tea bus London reviews that our happy (and smiley) customers have been kind enough to share online.

• "Hen party weekend afternoon tea. We had an afternoon tea booked for a group of 16 hens. Absolutely brilliant experience and we were so well looked after from start to finish. Lovely food and the staff were so attentive and made the hen feel very special too. Would highly recommend!"
• "Amazing experience for families! We did the Peppa Pig afternoon tea bus tour and it was amazing! The little one loved all the details, the food was so delicious and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The highlight for me were the warm scones with cream and jam we were served about halfway through the tour. Whatever you can’t finish (trust me, it’s plenty of food) you get to take home along with the cute souvenir coffee cups. The kids were kept very entertained with little quizzes, songs and challenges throughout. [...] fantastic job, thank you!
• "Great experience. Everything was wonderful — the atmosphere, the food, and the service were all excellent. It was such a lovely and unique way to see London while enjoying a delicious afternoon tea. The staff were very friendly and attentive, which made the experience even more enjoyable.

If this doesn't sound like the experience is worth it, we don't know what does!

Book your afternoon tea bus London experience today

We hope you've enjoyed this small selection of afternoon tea bus tour London reviews. These Brigit's Bakery reviews show why our tours are loved by locals and visitors alike. And if you want to learn more about our story and what drives us, find out about Brigit's Bakery and what makes us unique.

Whether you choose our Classic Afternoon Tea Tour or one of our themed adventures, you're guaranteed a memorable afternoon tea experience in London that you'll definitely remember with a smile on your face. Places and tours are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Ready to see what all the smiles are about? Book your afternoon tea bus London adventure today and join the thousands of happy customers who've experienced the magic of Brigit's Bakery!

Were you lucky enough to join us on one of our tours? We'd love to hear about your experience and add your smile to our collection!