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Afternoon Tea in Sydney

Afternoon tea and high tea are used interchangeably across Sydney, but the experience is always the same: tiered stands, freshly baked scones with cream and jam, finger sandwiches, and a proper pot of tea. Sydney's afternoon tea venues range from grand hotel lobbies with harbour views to charming neighbourhood spots, all offering a leisurely ritual that the city has made its own.

Best Afternoon Tea in Sydney Venues

High tea setup at Brook Field House
Brook Field House
+2

30 Hill Street
Camden
High tea setup at Hyatt Regency Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney

161 Sussex Street
Sydney
High tea setup at The Fox Hole
The Fox Hole

117 Harrington Street
The Rocks
High tea setup at Loftus Lane Cafe
Loftus Lane Cafe

38-42 Bridge Street
Sydney
High tea setup at Cambewarra Estate
Cambewarra Estate
+1

520 Illaroo Road
Bangalee
High tea setup at Lil Miss Collins
Lil Miss Collins
+2

13 Wentworth Street
Parramatta
High tea setup at Bivianos Dural
Bivianos Dural
+1

628 Old Northern Road
Dural
High tea setup at Burnt Orange
Burnt Orange

1108 Middle Head Road
Mosman
High tea setup at Bygone Beautys
Bygone Beautys

20 Grose Street
Leura
High tea setup at Midden by Mark Olive
Midden by Mark Olive

Western Broadwalk Sydney Opera House Sydney
Bennelong Point
High tea setup at Willow Tea Room
Willow Tea Room

13 Hay Street
Haymarket
High tea setup at The Cupcake Co
The Cupcake Co

30 Old Hume Highway
Berrima
High tea setup at Paradox Sydney
Paradox Sydney

27 O'Connell Street
Sydney
High tea setup at Aperture Capella Sydney
Aperture Capella Sydney

24 Loftus Street
Sydney

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Afternoon Tea in Sydney — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between afternoon tea and high tea in Sydney?

In Sydney, the terms are often used interchangeably. Traditionally, afternoon tea is a lighter mid-afternoon service, while high tea was a heartier early evening meal. In practice, most Sydney venues offer the classic tiered stand experience regardless of what they call it.

When is afternoon tea served in Sydney?

Most Sydney venues serve afternoon tea between 12pm and 4pm, with sittings typically lasting 90 minutes to two hours. Weekend sittings -- especially those with harbour views -- fill up quickly, so booking ahead is strongly recommended.

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