From tearistas to burger sliders, the best afternoon tea in London

A visit to Fortnum & Mason is always a treat, and afternoon tea in the beautiful Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon is an experience not to be missed.

Once seated, your ‘Tearista’ will guide you through the extensive selection of signature blends to help you choose the perfect hot drink. You’ll have 12 months to redeem your voucher, giving you ample time to indulge in a delicious array of traditional finger sandwiches, stunning cakes and freshly baked scones, served with clotted cream and Fortnum’s preserves.

The only question that remains is, who will you ask to join you?

The Langham’s afternoon tea for two is created by non-other than Chef Michel Roux Jr. and Executive Pastry Chef Andrew Gravett, so you know you’re in very safe hands.

On arrival, you’ll be shown to your seat in the hotel’s glamorous Palm Court, where you’ll be served a beautifully presented spread, paired with JING teas. Better still, its Regent Street location is perfectly positioned for a spot of retail therapy once you’re finished your scones and vanilla custard cream.

If you’re going to treat yourself to afternoon tea, you may as well go all out and upgrade with a glass of Bollinger champagne while you’re at it.

This five-star spread includes dainty finger sandwiches – filled with classic coronation chicken, cucumber and mint and more – plus warm scones and perfect patisserie. It’s a feast fit for a queen (and Buckingham Palace is just round the corner if you fancy combining it with a spot of sightseeing!).

Vintry & Mercer serves a magical afternoon tea with a view of the city, and vouchers are available for one or two guests – which is ideal if you have an odd number in your party.

The magic-themed menu starts with a selection of little bites – from truffled egg mayo sandwiches to roast beef in Yorkshire puds – followed by freshly baked scones served with Cornish clotted cream and strawberry jam. Imaginative sweet treats, including chocolate owls and opera cake, round off the experience. You can also choose to upgrade your experience with a glass of champagne.

For afternoon tea with a twist, look no further than this offer from Chelsea Harbour Hotel. It includes a traditional feast for two – think finger sandwiches, pastries and cakes – served with a refreshing Aperol Spritz to wash it all down. You’ll also get to enjoy it in the elegant Anchor Restaurant overlooking the marina. Cheers!

If shopping is a non-negotiable, The Georgian is conveniently located inside the world's most famous department store. Steeped in history, afternoon tea at Harrods promises theatrical tableside service. This voucher saves you 14% on what you’d normally pay for the experience, offering great value for money.

Like others, the menu includes a savoury round – from cheese and onion caramelised tart to truffled omelette on toast – before moving onto freshly baked plain and fruit scones, served with clotted cream and chef-made seasonal jams and preserves.

The patisserie is almost too pretty to eat, but don’t miss out on the cherry and almond choux, served alongside a refreshing pot of Harrods' world-famous tea selected by the in-house Tea Tailor.

You’ll find the 1901 Wine Lounge inside the Andaz Hotel, conveniently located just a hop, skip and a jump from Liverpool Street Station.

Afternoon tea is served daily between 12pm and 4pm, featuring an elegant selection of finger sandwiches – including decadent gravlax and classic egg mayo – followed by an round of sweet treats such as raspberry and rose mousse and coffee walnut cake. Of course, no tea is complete without freshly baked buttermilk scones, served with jam and clotted cream, alongside a variety of teas.

To top it all off, you'll enjoy a glass of prosecco to toast your special occasion – and better yet, this price is for two people.

This two-in-one activity combines a full afternoon tea (complete with bubbly!) and a 90-minute sightseeing bus tour of the city.

You’ll pass Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Tower of London, while chowing down on sweet canapes, sandwiches and scones. Which is exactly how we like to travel.

If sarnies and scones aren’t your thing, trade the traditional for an American take on this British classic. Alongside four juicy burger sliders and fries, you’ll enjoy an hour of unlimited prosecco and a choice of a cupcake or Krispy Kreme doughnut for dessert.