Children smiling in front of the Paddington Afternoon Tea Bus in London.
Guests enjoying afternoon tea on the Paddington Bus with sandwiches and pastries.
Red double-decker bus with Paddington Bear design for Brigit's Bakery Afternoon Tea tour in London.
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Highlights

  • Want to see London in a truly magical way? Hop on a 1.5-hour afternoon tea bus tour with Paddington Bear and discover London’s most famous attractions!
  • The Paddington-themed menu is packed with goodies: marmalade sandwiches, mini pizzas, pawprint cookies, and a selection of tea, coffee, and hot chocolate!
  • See iconic landmarks like Westminster Abbey and St. Paul's Cathedral while Paddington and Mrs Bird guide you on an animated adventure on your screen.
  • Add on some wine or champagne for an additional cost while you enjoy the ride. Paddington will keep the little ones busy, so you can sit back and relax.
  • Additionally, you also get a choice between different seats! Decide between a lower deck seat offering a comfortable, sheltered experience or a top deck seat with sweeping city vistas.

Your Experience

Children smiling in front of the Paddington Afternoon Tea Bus in London.
Guests enjoying afternoon tea on the Paddington Bus with sandwiches and pastries.
Smoked salmon sandwich and pastries on Paddington Afternoon Tea Bus.

Get ready for a truly fun and unique afternoon tea experience aboard the Paddington™ Afternoon Tea bus tour in London. Operated by Brigit's Bakery, this is the perfect outing for little ones (and their grown-ups) who love Paddington Bear and want a pawsome adventure through the city.

Getting started

Hop on board a traditional double-decker Routemaster bus at the designated spot in Trafalgar Square. Once you check in, you'll be shown to your table, where a special screen awaits to introduce your tour guides: Paddington himself and Mrs Bird.

What to expect

Set off on a 90-min journey through Central London, combining sightseeing with a delicious, themed meal. As the bus drives past iconic sights like Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, and Downing Street, Paddington and Mrs Bird will share fascinating stories and fun facts about the landmarks and their own exciting adventures.

Features:

  • Paddington-themed menu: Enjoy a delightful, themed Afternoon Tea prepared by Brigit's Bakery. The menu includes the best marmalade sandwiches you'll ever taste, along with turkey ham & cheddar sandwiches and freshly baked scones with clotted cream & jam.

  • Interactive on-screen guide: Your table is equipped with a screen where an animated Paddington Bear acts as your personal guide. He narrates the tour, points out key attractions, and shares snippets from his famous adventures, making the entire experience engaging for children.

  • Landmark sightseeing: The 90-min route ensures you see London’s most famous sights, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and more, all from the comfort of your double-decker bus.

  • Grown-up treats: While the tea service is family-focused, adults can purchase additional treats on board, including a celebratory glass of sparkling wine or champagne.

  • Upgrades: Select a lower deck seat for a quieter, weather-protected ride or a top deck seat for memorable skyline perspectives.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 1.5-hour Paddington Afternoon Tea bus tour
  • Afternoon tea and food \[Menu.pdf)\]
  • Guided Paddington animation onboard
  • Boarding from Trafalgar Square
  • Additional paid upgrades:**
  • Lower deck seats
  • Top deck seats
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

The experience includes a 1.5-hour afternoon tea and food journey on a double-decker Routemaster bus, featuring a themed menu with items like marmalade sandwiches and mini pizzas, along with guided animations of Paddington Bear onboard.

The tour begins at Trafalgar Square in London where guests board the traditional double-decker Routemaster bus.

This tour is restricted for guests under the age of 5 years due to safety considerations.

Guests are not allowed to bring alcohol or sharp metallic tools and objects aboard the bus.

The experience is not designed to be accessible for guests using wheelchairs, nor does it accommodate pram or stroller use.

During your journey through Central London, you'll have views of iconic sites such as Westminster Abbey and St. Paul's Cathedral while enjoying a guided animated adventure with Paddington Bear.

While alcohol is not included in the standard package, it can be purchased separately for an additional cost during the ride.

The themed menu includes marmalade sandwiches, mini pizzas, pawprint cookies, along with a selection of tea, coffee, and hot chocolate to complement your tour experience.

There are no toilets on the bus or at Trafalgar Square where you begin your journey, so plan accordingly before boarding.

The entire experience spans a duration of approximately 1.5 hours as you explore London's attractions and enjoy an afternoon tea themed around Paddington Bear.

You'll get to view iconic London landmarks such as Westminster Abbey and St. Paul's Cathedral while enjoying your afternoon tea.

Yes, it is a perfect outing for little ones who love Paddington Bear; however, guests under the age of 5 years are not permitted to join.

Unfortunately, this experience is not accessible for wheelchair and pram/stroller users as there's no room to store buggies onboard.

Alcoholic drinks are not part of the standard package but can be purchased at an additional cost if desired.

You must leave sharp metallic tools or objects and alcohol behind, as they're prohibited during the experience to ensure everyone's safety.

The journey lasts for approximately 90 minutes through Central London.

Details of the menu are available in a PDF document linked from Brigit's Bakery, providing specifics on items like marmalade sandwiches and mini pizzas.

There are no toilets available either on the bus or at Trafalgar Square where you board. Additionally, storage space is limited as buggies cannot be accommodated.

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