5 places to get afternoon tea this spring in Victoria

There’s nothing quite like an enchanting afternoon spent eating tiny sandwiches and drinking tea.

Here is a guide to some of the places you can get afternoon tea in Victoria this spring:

Pendray Inn and Tea House

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The Pendray Tea House has a peaceful ambiance, and allows you to experience a Victorian-style afternoon tea. With antique furnishing, stained glass windows, and fancy table settings, you can escape the hustle of everyday life for a bit.

Reservations are highly recommended—you can book a table online here.

White Heather Tea Room

Delightful and charming, the White Heather Tea Room offers dine-in service as well as take-away tea boxes—which make stunning picnic spreads. Tea boxes are available on their website, and if you would like to check out their tea room, reservations are highly recommended.

Tea at the Empress

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If you want to feel like royalty as you sip your tea, look no further than the iconic Empress Hotel. They’ve served high tea to actual royalty, celebrities and dignitaries. You can also get your tea service to go for a lovely picnic with friends or someone special.

For more information, click here.

The Teahouse at Abkhazi Garden

Spring tea at the Abkhazi Gardens is from April 1 to May 12, with a special Mother’s Day tea service on May 13 and 14. You can enjoy their menu in a gorgeous, blooming setting, creating a memory to cherish. For more information, click here.

The Oaks Restaurant and Tearoom

The Oaks has it all —traditional afternoon tea, live music, all-day breakfast and more. The restaurant is located in Oak Bay’s oldest building, and are known for their homemade jam, marmalade, sauces, and made-from-scratch desserts. Click here for more information.