The British Museum: Afternoon Tea with Prosecco

The British Museum: Afternoon Tea
Available until 30 September 2025

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Visit The British Museum and enjoy Afternoon Tea with Prosecco in London

After spending your day exploring London and everything the beautiful city has to offer, finish your itinerary with some culture and cakes at the iconic British Museum. 

  • Age Restrictions: 18+ only
  • Date: Daily
  • Time: 11:30-17:00 (last sitting at 16:00)
  • Duration: 1-2 hours
  • Please note: Read More Info for dietary information.
  • Advanced booking is essential, but walk-ins may be available on the day.

The British Museum: Afternoon Tea with Prosecco

Head up to the top of The British Museum and visit the stunning Great Court Restaurant for a delicious afternoon tea. Bask in the stunning natural light of the glass ceiling before enjoying a selection of freshly-prepared food and drink with a glass of Prosecco:

Sandwiches:

  • Curried free-range chicken, spinach, red onion marmalade
  • Oak smoked Scottish salmon, cucumber, cream cheese
  • Wiltshire smoked ham, wild rock, piccalilli sauce
  • Truffled free-range egg mayonnaise, mustard cress (v)

Sweet Treats:

  • Raspberry Bakewell tart, pistachio and lemon frangipane (v)
  • Mango and passionfruit burnt meringue pie, mint leaves (v)
  • Carrot and quinoa cake, hazelnuts and salted caramel cream (v)
  • Red velvet torte, dark chocolate ganache, strawberry (v)

Cream Tea:

  • Freshly baked Earl Grey tea-soaked raisin scone
  • Somerset farm butter scone
  • Cornish clotted cream
  • Wilkin & Sons Tiptree strawberry jam

Book The British Museum tickets today and enjoy one of the best afternoon tea experiences in London.

Location
Great Court Restaurant,
The British Museum,
Great Russell Street,
London,
WC1B 3DG
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How to find us

Address: The British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B 3DG

What3Words: slam.pilots.castle

By Car:

  • Sat Nav: WC1B 3DG
  • Parking: The London Bloomsbury car park is only three minutes walk away.

By Tube:

The nearest tube stations are:

  • Tottenham Court Road (Five minutes away)
  • Holborn (Seven minutes away)
  • Russell Square (Seven minutes away)
  • Goodge Street (Eight minutes away)

By Bike:

  • Great Russell Street: Bike racks outside the main entrance
  • Montague Street: Bike racks available on the corner 
Facilities
  • Toilets
  • Museum Map
  • Parking nearby
  • Accessible
More Info
Is The British Museum wheelchair accessible?

Yes! The British Museum has two entrances, both of which are wheelchair accessible. There are also lifts to help ease of access.

What else is there to eat at The British Museum?

The British Museum has a large selection of food in the Great Court Restaurant - from hand-tossed pizzas to pastries and desserts!

Can I bring my family to Afternoon Tea at The British Museum?

Whilst children and under 18's are allowed in the Museum, unfortunately they are not permitted at the Afternoon Tea with Prosecco, or Afternoon Tea with Champagne. 

However, there are family friendly options - take a look at the Afternoon Tea at the British Museum!

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