Tea on a vintage bus
The best afternoon tea bus tour in Dublin
A 1960s double-decker, scones and sandwiches, unlimited tea, Trinity College and Phoenix Park from the bus, and a Christmas lights version: here is how the tour works, with honest advice on whether the food is worth the price, how much the guide talks, and special diets and access.
See our 2 picks
Book the Afternoon Tea Vintage Bus Tour: 75 minutes on a 1960s bus, from €57. It includes a full afternoon tea, unlimited tea and coffee and a live guide. It starts at St Stephen's Green. In the Christmas season, the same company runs a festive lights tour, from €62.
Our 2 picks for the afternoon tea bus in Dublin
One tour runs all year. The other runs in the Christmas season only.
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from €57 per person Our top pick 75 minutes 4.7 (2,835) reviews on GetYourGuide
Afternoon tea vintage bus tour
A 75-minute ride on a 1960s double-decker with a live guide. You get sandwiches, freshly baked scones, desserts and unlimited tea and coffee, plus a thermal cup to keep.
Best for Couples, birthdays and grandparents
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from €62 per person 80 minutes 4.6 (68) reviews on GetYourGuide
Christmas lights festive bus tour
An 80-minute ride on the same kind of 1960s bus, past Dublin's Christmas lights. You get a festive afternoon tea with unlimited drinks, music and a driver-guide.
Best for December visitors
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The two tea bus tours compared
| Tour | From | Duration | Group size | Who it suits | Why we picked it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afternoon tea vintage bus tour | €57 per person | 75 minutes | Up to 36 | Couples, birthdays and grandparents | The year-round tour, with 2,835 reviews. |
| Christmas lights festive bus tour | €62 per person | 80 minutes | Up to 38 | December visitors | The only way to see the Christmas lights over tea. |
Afternoon tea vintage bus tour
€57 per person75 minutes 4.7 (2,835)
Details
- Group size
- Up to 36
- Who it suits
- Couples, birthdays and grandparents
- Why we picked it
- The year-round tour, with 2,835 reviews.
Christmas lights festive bus tour
€62 per person80 minutes 4.6 (68)
Details
- Group size
- Up to 38
- Who it suits
- December visitors
- Why we picked it
- The only way to see the Christmas lights over tea.
- Neither includes hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point.
- Both offer free cancellation.
- Prices and ratings as shown on GetYourGuide on 25 October 2026. Prices are “from” prices in euros and can change; the booking page shows the live price.
The vintage tea bus tour in Dublin
The tea bus is a 1960s double-decker that drives you around Dublin while you eat. It leaves from Stephen Court, 20–22 St Stephen's Green.
Seats go first booked, first served, filling the upper deck first. There is no toilet on board and no alcohol.
Is it worth it?
Yes, as a treat. It is rated 4.7 from 2,835 reviews on GetYourGuide. Think of it as a tea party more than a city tour. You see the sights through the window, and the bus does not stop to let you off.
What you eat on the afternoon tea bus
You get a full afternoon tea: sandwiches, freshly baked scones and desserts. Tea and coffee are unlimited.
Halal, vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are offered. Ask for them at least 48 hours ahead. On the Christmas tour, confirm allergies with staff 72 hours ahead.
Afternoon tea with kids
The listing sets no age limit. An infant ticket does not include food. Strollers and big bags are not allowed on board.
The route and the guide
The route passes Dublin sights such as Trinity College and Phoenix Park. A live guide shares stories of the city as you go.
The tea bus does not stop to let you off. For a Dublin city tour hop-on hop-off style, see our bus guide.
Tips for the afternoon tea bus
Order special diets early
Tell the company about diets at least 48 hours ahead. On the Christmas tour, confirm allergies 72 hours ahead.
Travel light
Strollers, big bags and luggage are not allowed on board.
Booking alone in a group?
If you book alone but travel with others, say so in advance so you sit together.
Free cancellation
Both tours can be cancelled for a full refund up to 24 hours before. Check the cut-off on the booking page.
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