Does it get any more elegant and elevated than high tea? The perfect way to celebrate that special birthday, an engagement, exciting big news or just to treat yourself a little, a high tea is the perfect way to unwind and feel a little fancy for an afternoon. Think delicate finger sandwiches, perfectly presented pastries and maybe even a few bubbles - or a perfectly poured cup of tea! There are high teas offered all over the city centre, ready to welcome you in for some calm, indulgence and a little pampering & you-time.
Aotearoa High Tea in The Libraries | The Hotel Britomart | 14 Dec 2024, 15 Feb, 15 Mar, 12 Apr 2025- 12PM
High Tea in The Libraries is a celebration of Aotearoa, featuring contemporary delicacies crafted by Executive Chef, Andrew Lautenbach, who drew inspiration from some of his favourite childhood treats! Enjoy High Tea in the elegantly refurbished, richly layered heritage spaces of The Libraries, where hand-crafted chandeliers and kauri tables sit alongside New Zealand contemporary art and modern design pieces. The Libraries (located on the first floor of the 18th century Masonic building in The Hotel Britomart) are opening their doors for visitors booked in for this High Tea event.
The Living Room at Park Hyatt - High Tea Degustation
High Tea in The Living Room | Park Hyatt Auckland | Daily
The Living Room is the perfect place to unwind and relax, catch up with friends or have meetings with picturesque views. Come in and enjoy a light meal or indulge on Park Hyatt Auckland’s High Tea, a journey of discovery served in a playful style where nostalgia and modern merge.
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High tea at Bellini Bar | Hilton Auckland | Thursdays - Sundays, 11AM - 4PM
After a series of celebrated collaborations to bring about exciting themed afternoon tea for guests, Hilton Auckland is once again delighted to announce a new and carefully curated High Tea experience!
Indulge in the quintessential luxury that is High Tea with an avant-garde touch that adds an element of style to the traditional High Tea experience. Take in the magnificent sweeping views of the Waitemata Harbour while you sip tea seaside at Bellini. Enjoy a selection of sweet and savoury delicacies, creating special moments in every bite. Our tea sommelier, has carefully selected an impressive range of the finest loose-leaf Dilmahand Zeelong teas, served in the luxury Cristina Re tea ware. Why not add some extra sparkle to the occasion and add a glass of Pommery Brut Royal Champagne on the day. Bring elegance to your next afternoon occasion at Bellini, Auckland's most glamorous high tea, 300 metres out to sea.
Sky Tea at SkyBar | SkyCity | Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 12-4PM
SkyBar is taking high tea to new heights! Elevating tradition to extraordinary heights, come along and experience timeless classics reinvented with Sky Tea.
Savour the spectacular views from the Sky Tower while indulging in ten delectable bites, featuring five savouries and five desserts curated by the award-winning team at SUCRÉ by SkyCity, along with a coffee, tea or juice on arrival. For an extra touch of luxury, upgrade your experience include a glass of Moët and Chandon Champagne or a Remember Gatsby cocktail. Complimentary Sky Tower admission included in your booking before or after your Sky Tea experience.
This will be a high tea experience you won't forget!
High Tea at Hotel DeBrett | Hotel DeBrett | Saturdays & Sundays, 12:30-4PM
Nestled in the heart of Auckland's central city, Hotel Debrett offers a charming setting for boutique accommodation, beverages, and delectable dining experiences. Starting from 12:30 pm every weekend, Hotel DeBrett invites you travel almost a century back in time for an afternoon of elegance, glamour, and delightful treats set in their vibrant art deco surrounds. The 1920s-inspired high tea menu at DeBrett’s Kitchen promises to tantalize the palates of cake and cocktail enthusiasts. Guests can enjoy savoury delights such as Petit Beef turnover, Chicken slider, and lemon prawn, followed by a decadent sweet selection including Souffle cheesecake, Honey madeleine, and macarons. These are just a glimpse of the menu’s indulgences, all of which can be enjoyed with a selection of hand-picked New Zealand teas.
High Gin at The Churchill | The Churchill | Tuesday - Saturday, 4-5PM
Visit The Churchill on the 20th floor at their luxurious rooftop gin & cocktail bar for a high tea experience like no other! Leave behind the usual hot beverages and mundane traditional high tea snacks and prepare to embark on an afternoon filled with mouth-watering delicacies and delightful cocktails. As you ascend to the sky, enjoy the vibe, and relish the panoramic city views throughout the afternoon.
High Tea at Cooke's Restaurant & Bar | 60 Queen Street | Daily from 12PM - 3PM
Nothing says indulgent more than high tea. Dating back to the mid-1700s, this distinctly British tradition is one that has taken the world by storm and if you are looking for the best high tea in Auckland, the new signature menu at Cooke’s Restaurant & Bar makes for an afternoon tea second to none. The Cooke's signature high tea called Vari-tea brilliantly combines the classic English pursuits of afternoon tea, cakes & a charming piece of history. The afternoon tea is modern, taking much influence from the yesteryear of this restaurant. Putting the ‘Tea’ in the afternoon, for its brews, select from fifteen selections of loose-leaf teas ranging from black, white, fruit teas, caffeine free, herbal & tisanes.