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Sydney's very best High Teas

Sydney is known to have some amazing high tea venues, from the richly traditional afternoon tea at the QVB Tea Room, to the slightly quirky offerings at The Tea Parlour in Redfern. Browse below to find out more about the best high teas Sydney has to offer.

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Sir Stamford Circular Quay

The Sir Stamford exudes old world charm, making it the perfect atmosphere for an indulgent high tea.

High tea includes: homemade scones, sandwiches, and desserts, as well as a glass of sparkling wine and the choice of tea or coffee
Cost: $49 pp; $65 pp with savoury canapes and a glass of champagne
Address: Sir Stamford Circular Quay, 93 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
Open: Daily from 11am
Best way to book: Call (02) 9252 4600

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The Victoria Room

One of Sydney's most popular venues, The Victoria Room is richly decorated in the exotic British-Raj style.

High tea includes: a selection of sandwiches, date and plain scones, assorted sweets, and the choice of tea or coffee.
Cost: $45 pp; $55 pp with a glass of sparkling wine; $65 pp with a glass of champagne
Address: The Victoria Room, 235 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst, NSW, 2010
Open: Saturday and Sunday, 12pm-5pm
Best way to book: Click here

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The QVB Tea Room

The epitome of classic high tea, the Tea Room offers a gorgeous heritage setting and decadent treats.

Afternoon tea includes: finger sandwiches, savoury pastries, petit fours, scones, and the choice of tea or coffee.
Cost: $43pp; $49 pp with a glass of sparkling wine; $63 with a glass of champagne
Address: Level 3, Queen Victoria Building, 455 George Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
Open: Daily from 11am
Best way to book: Call (02) 9283 7279

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Swissotel

A unique take on high tea, Swissotel offers an all-you-can-eat buffet high tea, complete with Lindt chocolate fountains.

Buffet options include: sandwiches, assorted savouries, scones, assorted sweets, chocolate fountain, and the choice of tea or coffee.
Cost: $55 pp
Address: Level 8, Swissotel, 68 Market Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
Open: Saturday and Sunday, 2pm-4pm
Best way to book: Call (02) 9238 8888

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The Tea Parlour

This quirky but cosy establishment offers a more eclectic vibe for the younger high tea patron.

High tea includes: cucumber sandwiches, scones, assorted sweets, and a pot of tea.
Cost: $20 pp
Address: 569 Elizabeth Street, Redfern, NSW, 2016
Open: Thursday-Sunday, 1pm-8pm
Best way to book: Call 0414 335 224

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Tiffin at the Langham

The Tiffin afternoon tea is the ultimate in decadence. You can end your afternoon on a mystical note by having your tea leaves read (bookings essential).

Afternoon tea includes: finger sandwiches, raisin and plain scones, assorted sweets, and a pot of tea.
Cost: $59 pp; $69 with a glass of chardonnay; $74 with a glass of champagne
Address: The Langham Hotel, 89-113 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000
Open: Saturday, 12:30pm-2:30pm & 3pm-5pm; Sunday, 1pm-4pm
Best way to book: Call (02) 8248 5252