The Paddington Afternoon Tea Bus Tour is available daily. And for the most entertaining of all London bus tours, our chefs have created a finger-lickin’ Paddington-themed afternoon tea menu featuring the best marmalade sandwich ever! Check further down the page for more details.
Taking in the best views of Central London, our iconic double-decker Routemaster bus will take you past some of Paddington’s favourite London landmarks, and you can be sure you’ll hear about some of his fun adventures and mishaps! This Paddington-approved tour includes Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, Hyde Park, Nelson’s Column, Downing Street, St. Paul's Cathedral, Borough Market, Green Park, Piccadilly Circus, and much more.
Each table comes with a special built-in screen providing guests with a Paddington-guided animation of the tour of London. Paddington and Mrs Bird will be telling you all about some of the City’s most famous landmarks and share our beloved bear’s view of the world.
Take a look at our Paddington Afternoon Tea Menus below. We have a range of menus to cater for all requirements and preferences and offer Traditional, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, and Gluten-free.
Due to the length of the tour and having no toilets on board the bus, our Paddington Tours are best suited, and enjoyed, by children of 5 years and over.
Turkey Ham & Cheddar Sandwich (on tomato bread)
Cream Cheese & Cucumber Sandwich (on basil bread)
Mini Margarita Pizza
Smoked Salmon & Cucumber Pretzel
Best Marmalade Sandwich Ever! (on white bread)
Pawprint Cookie
Black Forest Rice Pudding
Chocolate Cupcake
Cranberry & Orange Tart
Coconut Macaron
Freshly baked, Plain Scone with Clotted Cream & Jam
Water
Coffee & Hot Chocolate
Americano | Cappuccino | Latte Macchiato | Hot Chocolate
Tea Selection
English Breakfast | Earl Grey | Earl Grey Decaf | Rooibush Jardin Rouge | Peppermint | Lemon & Ginger | Berry & Elderflower | Darjeeling | Jasmine Tea | Green Tea
Our Paddington Christmas Menu may vary. Please check with us, at time of booking, for any changes.
PROSECCO BRUT SUGAR-FREE
VILLA MARCELLO
Bottle £39
PROSECCO ROSE
VILLA MARCELLO
Glass £11 | Bottle £36
PROSECCO ZIA
Glass £9 | Bottle £32
NYETIMBER CLASSIC CUVEE
Half Bottle £35 | Bottle £65
CASTELNAU BRUT
Half Bottle £28 | Bottle £48
LOUIS ROEDERER ROSE
Half Bottle £65
CASTELNAU ROSE
Bottle £55
CASTELNAU BLANC DE BLANC
Bottle £85
LIMITED COLLECTION
LOUIS ROEDERER
Bottle £95
VINTAGE ROSE
LOUIS ROEDERER
Bottle £95
CRISTAL
LOUIS ROEDERER
Bottle £350
Our gluten-free menu may contain traces. Our vegan and gluten free teas are £3 extra. Please specify requirements upon reservation. Unfortunately, we are unable to cater for: nut-free, peanut-free, combination of dairy & gluten-free, combination of vegan & gluten-free and Coeliacs. All allergies must be emailed and confirmed by management at info@b-bakery.com. Thank you for your understanding.
Almond Philadelphia & Cucumber sandwich
Vegan Ham finger sandwich on tomato bread
Mini Bun with Vegan Pastrami
Vegan Quiche
Best Marmalade Sandwich Ever!
Vegan Pawprint Cookie
Vegan Chocolate Truffle
Vegan Carrot Cake Slice
Vegan Fruit Tart
Vegan Rose Macaron
Freshly baked, Vegan Scone with a selection of Vegan Spreads
Cheddar & Mustardy Mayo Sandwich (on tomato bread)
Cream Cheese & Cucumber Sandwich (on basil bread)
Mini Margarita Pizza
Mozzarella Pretzel with Cherry Tomato & Pesto
Best Marmalade Sandwich Ever! (on white bread)
Pawprint Cookie
Vanilla Rice Pudding
Chocolate Cupcake
Lemon Tart
Red Macaron
Freshly baked, Plain Scone with Clotted Cream & Jam
Turkey Ham & Cheddar Sandwich (on tomato bread)
Cream Cheese & Cucumber Sandwich (on basil bread)
Mini Margarita Pizza
Smoked Salmon & Cucumber Pretzel
Best Marmalade Sandwich Ever! (on white bread)
Pawprint Cookie
Vanilla Rice Pudding
Chocolate Cupcake
Lemon Tart
Red Macaron
Freshly baked, Plain Scone with Clotted Cream & Jam
Smoked Salmon, Philadelphia, Cucumber & Chives Triangle Sandwich
Beetroot, Hummus & Cucumber Triangle Sandwich
Pastrami Burger Bun with Gherkin, Lettuce & Mayo
Turkey Ham & Cheddar Cheese Triangle Sandwich
Best Marmalade Triangle Sandwich Ever!
Toast Cookie
Chocolate Truffle
Carrot Cake Slice
Fruit Tart
Red Macaron
Freshly baked, Plain Gluten-free Scone with Clotted Cream & Jam
Cheddar & Mustardy Mayo Triangle Sandwich
Beetroot, Hummus & Cucumber Triangle Sandwich
Brie Burger Bun with Tomato, Lettuce & Mayo
Mozzarella Pretzel with Cherry Tomato & Pesto
Best Marmalade Triangle Sandwich Ever!
Toast Cookie
Chocolate Truffle
Carrot Cake Slice
Fruit Tart
Red Macaron
Freshly baked, Plain Gluten-free Scone with Clotted Cream & Jam
Below are some specific questions relating to the Paddington Christmas Lights Afternoon Tea Bus Tour. Please also read our Bus Tour FAQs for other general questions. If you still have unanswered questions, please do get in touch with a member of our team and we'll be happy to help.
On our Paddington Christmas Afternoon Tea Bus Tour, you’ll enjoy a beary merry adventure through the heart of London, taking in some of the capital’s most iconic Christmas lights and landmarks. This route passes by the world-famous Regent Street and Oxford Street lights, along with the glowing Trafalgar Square tree, the sparkling London Eye, the Ritz and the dazzling decorations of Hamleys, Liberty and Harrods, including their magical Christmas windows.
It’s a truly unique way to see the city sparkle – all while staying cosy and warm inside our vintage Routemaster bus. You’ll tuck into a Paddington-themed afternoon tea, soak up plenty of festive cheer and enjoy the perfect mix of London sightseeing and seasonal fun.
If you’d prefer a different route, our PAW Patrol Christmas Lights Afternoon Tea Bus Tour takes in the beautiful displays on Kings Road and at Battersea Power Station instead.
Whichever you choose, you’ll discover the magic of London’s Christmas lights in comfort, with delicious treats and festive entertainment to make the experience unforgettable.
London’s Christmas lights are world-famous, and there are lots of ways to enjoy them – from walking tours along Oxford Street and Regent Street, to open-top bus rides and evening river cruises. But, which Christmas light tour is best in London? If you’re looking for one of the most magical, comfortable and festive experiences, we believe our Paddington Christmas Lights Afternoon Tea Bus Tour is hard to beat.
Instead of standing out in the cold, you’ll be warm and cosy inside our vintage double-decker Routemaster, tucking into a delicious Christmas afternoon tea packed with sweet and savoury treats. As we drive you past London’s most iconic light displays, you can relax with friends or family, soak up the views through our panoramic windows, and enjoy plenty of festive cheer with our onboard entertainers.
It’s sightseeing, Christmas spirit, and family fun all rolled into one unforgettable experience – the perfect way to see the London Christmas lights in comfort and style.
The tour departs from 8 Northumberland Avenue, WC2N 5BY - near Trafalgar Square.
Only a 2 minute walk from Charing Cross Train station and 4 minutes from Embankment underground. The bus will be parked at the bus stop outside the Grand Hotel and opposite the Sherlock Holmes Pub. The bus leaves and returns from the same point.
No, the bus is only permitted to pick up/drop off passengers at our designated locations.
No, there is no toilet on board our Paddington Bus Tours. There are no public toilets at the Trafalgar Square departure point.
Due to the length of the tour and having no toilets on board the bus, our Paddington Tours are best suited, and enjoyed, by children of 5 years and over. Parents / guardians must be confident that all persons in their party will not need to use toilet facilities for the duration of the whole experience.
Please be advised that no standing or walking is permitted during the tour. Parents are responsible for assessing whether their children are capable of remaining seated on parents' laps or on their own for the duration of the 90min tour. Parents are also responsible for keeping their children seated during the tour.
No, unfortunately we are unable to allow babies on board. However, if you’re a large group and would like to hire out the entire lower or upper deck, we are able to make exceptions to this policy. Please call one of our team to discuss and arrange your booking on 020 3026 1188.
Yes. Please mention dietary requirements upon booking, but in the case we cannot meet your needs, own food is permitted.
There is a recorded guide commentary on our buses and friendly servers to answer any questions!
T: 020 3026 1188
E: info@b-bakery.com
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