Looking for a memorable festive tradition? Take a break from the craziness of Christmas, and enjoy a High Tea with your girlfriends… or choose a Christmas Kids High Tea with the family! Tuck into gingerbread, sip on festive cinnamon teas and feel the stirring of the Christmas spirit at these fancy spots in Sydney for a Christmas High Tea.
There’s nothing better than treating yourself to a decadent high tea…except one thing. And that’s treating yourself to a festive high tea! If you’re looking to get into the Christmas spirit with some delicious food and plenty of fun, check out these high teas happening around the North Shore:
- QVB Kids Christmas High Tea with Santa
- Shangri-la Festive High Tea
- The Langham Festive High Tea
- Hornsby RSL Christmas High Tea
1. QVB Kids Christmas High Tea with Santa
The QVB is once again welcoming the beginning of the holiday season, with its annual QVB High Tea with Santa. A truly memorable experience for both children and adults alike, High Tea with Santa is one of the many festivities taking place at the QVB over the holiday season. Guests are invited to take photos on their devices, as well as receive a professional digital photograph as a keepsake. Additionally, to ensure the experience can be enjoyed by all families, the QVB is offering Sensory Santa sessions. Sensory Santa sessions have gentle lighting, quieter sounds and lower-impact sensory elements.
- Dates: From Sunday 12 November until Friday 24 December
- Time: 1 hour morning sessions available (8.30am – 9.30am & 10am-11am)
- Cost: $65
- Address: QVB Building Level 3
- More details: QVB High Tea with Santa
2. Shangri-La Festive High Tea
Did someone say High Tea by the Christmas tree? My, what an elegant festivity! Indulge in three merry High Tea tiers and a magically festive atmosphere as you take in the twinkling sights of Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Delicious desserts and scrumptious savouries include strawberry Victoria cake, mango choux and a smoked fetta tart. Of course, it wouldnโt be high tea without the fluffiest scones served with house-made jam and clotted cream by Head Pastry Chef, Kumiko Endo. A glass of cheery bubbles, anyone?
- Dates: Wednesday 16 November – Saturday 31 December
- Time: Two sittings at 12pm & 2.30pm daily
- Cost: $79 – $109 Weekdays | $99 – $129 Weekends
- Address: 176 Cumberland St Sydney, The Rocks
- More details: Shangri-La Hotel Festive High Tea
3. The Langham Festive Afternoon Tea
Christmas treats at The Langham
Tis the season to be Jolly! Share some Christmas Cheer with your loved ones by joining Kitchens on Kent for their signature Festive Afternoon Tea. You will enjoy an array of sweet Christmas delights, including Mr. Frosty Spiced Pear mousse, Matcha Mont Blanc Christmas tree and their Christmas Pudding macarons along with their favourite savoury bites.
- Dates: Friday 18 November – Saturday 31 December
- Time: Two sittings at 11am & 2pm daily
- Cost: Weekdays $108 – $128 | Weekends $128 – 148, $49 per child (12 years and under, under 4 free)
- Address: The Langham, Kitchens On Kent, Kent Street, Millers Point
- More details: The Langham Festive High Tea
4. Hornsby RSL Christmas High Tea
Hornsby RSL Christmas High Tea
Level One at Hornsby RSL is hosting two Christmas themed High Teas in December Enjoy a delightful array of assorted sandwiches, mini quiches, petit fours, assorted macarons, and scones with cream and preserves. This tasty afternoon treat is all served will your choice of tea from our premium selection and is complete with decorations and bonbons for all that Christmas cheer! Choose from our multiple High Tea options, likeย Bubbly High Tea (includes a glass of Seppelt Fleur de Lys),ย Cocktail High Tea (includes a choice of an exclusive or classic Level One Cocktail),ย French High Tea (includes a glass of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut) andย Kids High Tea (12 and under) – A special child friendly selection of High Tea items!
- Address: Hornsby RSL, 4 High Street, Hornsby
- When: 1pm, Sunday 4 & 18 December
- Cost: $32-68pp. Book tickets to Hornsby RSL Christmas High Tea
