Best afternoon tea in Stockholm

If tea (or perhaps a glass of bubbly), cakes, biscuits, and sundry other edible delights are your thing, Stockholm has some fantastic places in which to elegantly while away a few hours.

Lady Hamilton Hotel

Old Town is the coziest part of Stockholm and what better place to have a classic Afternoon Tea with your partner, family or friends. At Lady Hamilton Hotel you can enjoy delicious sandwiches, freshly prepared scones, sweet pastries and fine teas (of course also champagne for those who wish) in a beautiful and homely environment. The popular Afternoon Tea buffet is served every Saturday and Sunday, with two sessions a day, between October and Easter, and if you want to be sure to get a table, we recommend that you book in advance.

Hotel Diplomat

Offering both the classic Afternoon Tea and the new Afternoon Tea-Tox, here is where you indulge in warm scones with homemade marmalade, finger sandwiches, and decadent yet delicate pastries. This is one of Stockholm’s most popular afternoon tea spots, so reservations are strongly recommended. Did we mention the fantastic view over the water?

Tea & Garden

With more than 30 varieties to choose from Tea & Garden in Vasastan really puts the ‘tea’ in afternoon tea. But it doesn’t stop there. Whether you choose classic scones or perhaps the more Swedish skagenröra, each little delicate delight makes your visit to this beautiful tea salon a pure pleasure. In addition, Tea & Garden has a shop so you can buy your favorite teas and enjoy them at home.

Cadier Bar (Grand Hôtel)

What kind of afternoon tea are you in the mood for? Traditional? High Tea? Vintage? There’s all that and more but the real star here is the Grand Hôtel’s own-blend house tea, which must be tasted to be believed. A big pot of that, served in the Grand’s legendary elegant style, is the perfect compliment to the tasty array of pastries, sandwiches, and scones (served with lime curd and a plethora of homemade jams). Add in a glass of perfectly chilled champagne and your afternoon just got a whole lot better.

Svenskt Tenn

On the second floor of Svenskt Tenn, a legendary Stockholm design shop, you’ll find an equally legendary – and not terribly well known – tea salon. The seating is covered in Josef Frank fabric and the ambiance is one of welcoming luxury. The view is unparalleled and the food is organic, offering everything from traditional cakes and pastries to salads and soup. So perhaps not your traditional afternoon tea but still well worth a visit.