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Glasgow Afternoon Tea Tour Aboard a 1966 Routemaster bus

Enjoy the very best afternoon tea that Glasgow has to offer. Indulge in a selection of sandwiches, cakes, savouries and warm home baked scones with traditional preserves and fresh whipped cream. The

Sit back, relax and enjoy our truly eclectic Afternoon Tea Experience. Start the day off with a celebratory glass of fizz, then be guided to your seat where a dainty cake stand awaits. A sumptuous selection of sandwiches, petits fours, cupcakes and warmed, freshly baked scones await. 

As the tour trundles around the streets of Glasgow, you’ll be able to take in the sights while imbibing lashings of tea and coffee or the wine of your choice, specially chosen for you from our ‘buy on board’ drinks trolley. 

Our tours typically operate at 12 noon and 3.00 p.m with each tour lasting approximately 90 minutes.

From £37 per adult

Departure days.

• W Wednesday

January — December

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Tour information

• Glasgow City Centre
• Medium Group (17-30)
• Small Group (1-16)
• Architecture
• Food and drink

Tour prices

From £37 Per Adult £10 Per Child

Prices are subject to change depending on season

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Red bus bistro.

Climb aboard our vintage 1966 Routemaster bus and get comfy as the truly jaw-dropping beauty of both Glasgow and Edinburgh. Savour sights such as the Kelvingrove Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Palace of Holyrood House, Edinburgh Castle and much, much more. Taste for refinement is evident with the sumptuous selection of onboard dining experiences: from a traditional afternoon tea with a glass of Prosecco or a delicious signature gin cocktail served in traditional tea pots. With Red Bus Bistro it’s easy to see this stunning city from a new perspective.

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Glasgow Afternoon Tea Bus Tour

A 90-minute drive around Glasgow on a vintage bus with tea served on board

During this experience, you'll board the Red Bus Bistro for afternoon tea or gin tea in Glasgow. This 90-minute tour on a vintage double-decker bus will depart from George Street, passing by some of the city's top landmarks such as Provand’s Lordship, the upmarket West End, Glasgow University, Kelvingrove Art Gallery, the Transport Museum, the People’s Palace, Glasgow Tower and more. Tea will be served with scones with cream and jam, a selection of sandwiches, petit fours, cupcakes and unlimited tea and coffee. There will be alcoholic beverages available for purchase.

What's included

• Scones with cream, jam and strawberry garnish
• Sandwich selection
• Petit fours
• Tea and coffee
• Soft drinks
• Bottled water

What's not included

• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Souvenir drinks cup
• Onboard commentary

Accessibility

• Accessible to pushchairs/prams
• Service animals welcome
• Public transport links nearby

Health & safety

• Suitable for all fitness levels

Restrictions

• Children under 14 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
• Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the activity starts.

Languages spoken by guide

Additional information.

Please arrive on time. Latecomers will not be accommodated or refunded.

Gluten-free and vegetarian options are available. Please specify requirements when booking.

This tour is not suitable for children under the age of six years.

There may be occasions where the tour has to be cancelled without advance notice. In the event of a cancellation, you will be refunded in full or given another tour date.

Smoking is not permitted on the bus.

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You Can Indulge In A Gin Afternoon Tea On A Vintage Bus Driving Around Glasgow

A unique gin afternoon tea experience has taken over Glasgow, and it's time for some gin.

Ever had afternoon tea on a bus, or even better, a vintage Routemaster bus? Well, now could be our chance to try something different, with a lively gin afternoon tea aboard the Red Bus Bistro . On the  big red bus ( while remembering the catchy nursery rhyme), guests are treated to a classic afternoon tea, prosecco and, of course, a gin cocktail, as well as unlimited cups of tea and coffee for a wee mid-afternoon pick-me-up.

 Red Bus Bistro has been around Glasgow and Edinburgh since 2014, after purchasing a 1960s Routemaster bus from London. The afternoon tea tours then started to take over Edinburgh after a fully functional kitchen was installed inside the bus, followed by Glasgow in 2016. While the tours aren’t brand new anymore, it is always a pleasure to ride on what could be considered “the quintessential symbol of British transport”, never mind the gin afternoon tea!

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So, get transported back to the 60s and discover Glasgow in a new light during the Red Bus Bistro Afternoon Tea Tour , while admiring your Victoria sponge just as much as Glasgow’s Victorian architecture. For £48.90 , guests will be treated to a classic afternoon tea or sweet and savoury treats, a glass of bubbly, unlimited tea and coffee and a signature gin pot-tail . The 90-minute tour departs on 36 Shuttle Street adjacent to Amore Restaurant.

Glasgow Afternoon Tea or Gin Afternoon Tea Experience

The gin pot-tails are made with Scottish gin, made on the spot over ice and topped with some flowers for that extra specialness. Sometimes, guests can even experience live entertainment, such as live music with local artists, drag queens or even a visit from Santa himself during the festive period.

Sharing tables

As one of the UK’s friendliest cities, Glaswegians make friends easily and love some decent patter. So, what better way to meet new people than sharing a table over some gin pot-tails, as limited space doesn’t always allow for a full table to be free. However, if making friends is not for you that day, a £10 table fee could be required.

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One might wonder if there are toilets aboard the vintage bus. While there are no toilets aboard, the 90-minute tour stops for a 15-minute comfort break.

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Vintage Red Bistro Bus Glasgow

Glasgow Central, Lanarkshire, G1 1QX View map

From £ 78 .00 For Two

• Vouchers Available

Take a tour of the sights of Glasgow with this unique experience on board a 1966 Routemaster bus with Red Bus Bistro. This exciting twist on a city bus tour will include a delicious sparkling Afternoon Tea that you can enjoy on board, taking a seat at one of the retro style booth tables of this beautifully refurbished bus!

Enjoy the impressive sights and iconic landmarks as you sip a perfectly chilled glass of prosecco, passing by the likes of Provand’s Lordship, Glasgow University, Kelvingrove Art Gallery, Glasgow’s West End and much more!

Your savoury and sweet treat will include finger sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream and preserves, an array of sweet cakes and pastries, accompanied by tea or coffee. 

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Afternoon Tea in Glasgow. Combine two quintessentially British classics with an afternoon tea aboard our vintage bus, touring around Glasgow in style. Jump onboard our Afternoon Tea Tours around Glasgow. Step aboard the enchanting Red Bus Bistro for an afternoon tea like no other.

266 George Street, Glasgow, G1 1JF United Kingdom

12pm & 3pm

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01355 229448

Have an indulgent afternoon of taking in the breathtaking sights of Glasgow.

Why not combine two quintessentially British classics with an Afternoon Tea aboard our vintage Routemaster bus here in Glasgow?

Upgrade your tour to include our signature Gin Pot-tails and mix and match between experiences to suit your party. Step aboard the enchanting Red Bus Bistro for an afternoon tea like no other.

On your cake stand you will find traditional scones with fresh whipped cream and jam, a selection of finger sandwiches, Scottish smoked salmon blinis, mini quiches, a selection of petit fours, mini Victoria sponges and meringues all washed down with as much tea and coffee as you can drink.

For your comfort and safety, we can only offer refills when the bus is stationary.

Our afternoon teas and gin are served on the same tour. Your party can mix-and-match which package you wish to indulge in whilst enjoying the sights of Glasgow.

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Glasgow Afternoon Tea Bus

Take a ride through the buzzing Scottish streets on a traditional vintage Routemaster bus. You’ll see the sights of this cultural hub and spot the landmarks as you ride through the city on an Afternoon Tea Bus in Glasgow where you can drink tea or something stronger if you like and nibble on some delicious food. What better way to see the city than to tour around its streets and get some great shots for social media on a vintage bus?

Each bus will take you on a mouth-watering sightseeing tour where you’ll tuck into a variety of goodies such as scones with fresh cream and jam, Victoria sponge, mini quiches, finger sandwiches, petit fours, meringues, Scottish smoked salmon blinis and more. Red Bus Bistro even treats passengers to a glass of prosecco each so you can celebrate in style.

Sit back and relax on a vintage Routemaster

For a twist on the Afternoon Tea Bus in Glasgow, head out on the City Cocktail Tour where you’ll see some stunning views, so get ready to take some Insta worthy snaps! The city of Glasgow is famous for trade and shipbuilding, but it’s also full of culture and art and has a great music scene, making it a fantastic place to visit. Kickstart your birthday or hen party in Glasgow on a bus tour. The vintage bus will take you around the city to see the best sights making it a brilliant way to get to know the city before you carry on the party.

Whatever the occasion whether it’s something special or just an excuse to get your favourite people together, a tea bus tour is a great way to get a feel for the city. After all, what better accompaniment to sightseeing than delicious food and drink? Glasgow is an arty and edgy city full of quirky bars and great sights so get out there and explore.

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What sights will we see from the bus?

This varies depending on which UK or European city you’re in. Check out individual listings for full details.

Will food and drink be served?

Yes, our afternoon tea buses offer delicious tea, cakes and sandwiches for you to tuck into as you journey around the city. See listings for menus.

Won't we spill our drinks on the afternoon tea bus?

No, don’t worry! The tables are designed to hold your food and drinks so you can sit back comfortably and enjoy the ride.

Will the bus wait for us if we're late?

Unfortunately not as that wouldn’t be fair on the other customers. Please arrive at the departure point at the time designated in your itinerary.

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Timeless Afternoon Tea Experience in Gorgeous Glasgow

Step aboard our elegantly vintage ’66 Routemaster in Glasgowand let all of the best memories of years gone by flood back. Scottish heritage blends in with the iconic Britishness of our red bus as hints of tartan and stag lamps decorate the interior. Upon arrival, a friendly member of the crew will direct you to your table – and your celebratory glass of fizz.

Take a seat and begin to relax and enjoy your experience aboard the Red Bus Bistro. Your cake stand will be set up ready for you laden with a sumptuous selection of sandwiches, smoked salmon blinis, mini quiches, petits fours, cream cakes and warmed freshly baked scones.

Plus – what is Afternoon Tea without the tea! Ours is unlimited and will be brought to your table in a bright red Red Bus Bistro travel cup that will keep your drink at the perfect temperature whilst you tuck into your treats.

If you prefer something a little bit stronger than tea, we have a fully licensed bar to order from. Just look for the little red bar list on your table.

The highlight of our bar offerings is our gin cocktails, or ‘pot-tails’ as we like to call them. Our gin is sourced locally from Scottish gin distillery, Gin Bothy, and comes in a variety of flavours. The ‘pot-tails’ are served in darling transparent teapots and are topped off with edible flowers.

As the tour trundles around the historic streets of Glasgow, the crew will (time permitting) point out points of interest on our onboard microphone. If you are hungry to learn more about Glasgow, they are always happy to answer any questions that may pop into your head.

Our tours typically operate at 12 noon, 3.00 p.m. and 6.00 p.m., with each tour lasting approximately 90 minutes.

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