The 10 Best Afternoon Teas in Singapore (2026)

Updated November 2026 · 10 picks

The best afternoon teas in Singapore in 2026 are the classic tea at Raffles Hotel's Grand Lobby, The Landing Point at The Fullerton Bay Hotel, The Courtyard at The Fullerton Hotel, and Mandarin Oriental's themed Lobby Lounge tea. Goodwood Park's L'Espresso is the best buffet, and Wildseed Café at The Alkaff Mansion the best value.

Afternoon tea in Singapore is mostly a hotel ritual, served from around noon to 5.30pm, and the menus change several times a year with seasonal themes. Expect to pay about S$60 to S$75 per person at most five-star hotels and over S$100 at Raffles, all quoted "++" (plus 10% service charge and 9% GST, about 20% more). Weekend seatings fill days ahead, so book, and check whether a set is per person or for two. Prices below were checked in late October 2026 and change with each new theme.

1. The Grand Lobby, Raffles Singapore — City Hall

Singapore's most famous afternoon tea, in the white colonial lobby of Raffles.

$$$$ Splurge

Afternoon tea in the Grand Lobby is the Raffles experience most visitors can actually book: tiered sandwiches, scones and pastries served under the lobby's high ceilings, with live music in the afternoon. The classic set is about S$108++ per person, served daily from 12.30pm to 5.30pm, with a festive version in December.

It is the most expensive tea on this list and the one people travel for. Come for the setting and the occasion rather than for value.

Good to know: Tables are held for 90 minutes against a credit card; closed shoes are required.

1 Beach Rd, Singapore 189673

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2. The Landing Point, The Fullerton Bay Hotel — Marina Bay

Afternoon tea with floor-to-ceiling views over Marina Bay.

$$$ Upmarket

The Landing Point is the lounge of The Fullerton Bay Hotel, right on the water, and its afternoon teas look across the bay to Marina Bay Sands. It runs a seasonal themed tea (a matcha menu at about S$68++ in late 2026) and a locally inspired Straits Classics tea at about S$58++.

It is the best pick if the view matters as much as the food, with two seatings a day.

Good to know: Ask for a window table when you book; the bay view is the point.

80 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049326

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3. The Courtyard, The Fullerton Hotel — Fullerton, Marina Bay

Tea in the atrium of the grand old General Post Office building.

$$$ Upmarket

The Courtyard sits in the soaring atrium of The Fullerton Hotel, the former General Post Office by the river. Its teas are often built with guest pastry chefs; the late-2026 edition with Antonio Bachour costs about S$75++ per adult, with a children's price.

It pairs well with a walk around the Fullerton heritage buildings and the Merlion, both a few minutes away.

Good to know: Check which themed tea is running; the menu and price change each season.

1 Fullerton Sq, Singapore 049178

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4. Lobby Lounge, Mandarin Oriental — Marina Bay

Imaginative themed teas that change several times a year.

$$$ Upmarket

Mandarin Oriental's Lobby Lounge is known for themed afternoon teas, rotated several times a year, at about S$68++ per person, served daily from 1pm to 5pm. A children's set is offered with some themes.

It suits people who like a playful, designed tea rather than a classic one, and the hotel is a short walk from Marina Bay.

Good to know: Look up the current theme before booking; each runs for about two months.

5 Raffles Ave, Singapore 039797

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5. The Ritz Lounge, The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia — Marina Centre, Marina Bay

A polished lobby tea with a pianist and optional champagne.

$$$ Upmarket

The Ritz Lounge serves its afternoon tea from 3pm to 5pm daily in the hotel's lobby, with live piano. Sets are about S$68++, with options that add a glass or free-flow champagne, and the theme changes with the seasons.

It is a comfortable, quieter alternative to the busier hotel lobbies nearer the river.

Good to know: The dress code is smart casual.

7 Raffles Ave, Singapore 039799

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6. L'Espresso, Goodwood Park Hotel — Scotts Road, Orchard Road

Singapore's classic afternoon tea buffet, in a heritage hotel near Orchard.

$$$ Upmarket

L'Espresso at Goodwood Park Hotel runs an afternoon tea buffet rather than a tiered set, with themed spreads of cakes, savouries and local sweets that change through the year. Adults pay about S$65 to S$68++ depending on the day, with child rates for ages 6 to 11.

It is the best choice for big appetites and families, and the 1900 hotel building is one of the prettiest on Scotts Road.

Good to know: Weekend buffets run in two seatings; book the earlier one for the full spread.

22 Scotts Rd, Singapore 228221

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7. Lobby Lounge, Capitol Kempinski — City Hall

A good-value five-star tea, a short walk from City Hall MRT.

$$$ Upmarket

The Lobby Lounge at Capitol Kempinski serves one of the cheaper five-star teas in town, about S$59++ per person with TWG teas, in two daily seatings during its tea seasons. Champagne or prosecco free-flow can be added.

It suits a shopping or museum day around City Hall; check dates, as the tea is not served all year.

Good to know: The festive tea runs from 9 November to 31 December 2026; there is no tea in early November.

15 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178906

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8. 1-Arden — Raffles Place, Marina Bay

A high tea 51 floors up, with herbs from a rooftop garden.

$$$ Upmarket

1-Arden sits on the 51st floor of CapitaSpring in the CBD, and its garden-to-table high tea uses herbs and vegetables from the building's rooftop garden. It is priced per set for two, about S$75++, with a small charge for extra guests.

This is the tea with the skyline view, and it suits a celebration for two.

Good to know: Saturday runs in two fixed sittings; on other days service is 3pm to 4.30pm.

Level 51, CapitaSpring, 88 Market St, Singapore 048948

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9. Ginger.Lily, Hilton Singapore Orchard — Orchard Road

A themed lobby tea in the middle of Orchard Road.

$$$ Upmarket

Ginger.Lily is the lobby lounge of Hilton Singapore Orchard and runs seasonal afternoon teas, sometimes in collaboration with the hotel's restaurants, at about S$68++ per person with a minimum of two. Service runs from midday into the early evening.

It is the easiest hotel tea to fit into a shopping day on Orchard Road, with long serving hours.

Good to know: Seatings are two hours; last orders are at 6.30pm.

333 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238867

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10. Wildseed Café, The Alkaff Mansion — Telok Blangah Hill

The best-value afternoon tea, in a garden cafe at a hilltop mansion.

$$ Mid-range

Wildseed Café sits in the grounds of The Alkaff Mansion on Telok Blangah Hill, and serves a floral-themed afternoon tea at about S$34++ per person (minimum two) from 2pm to 4.30pm daily, with seasonal versions such as a Christmas tea in December.

It is the relaxed, affordable alternative to the hotel lobbies, and pets are welcome at the outdoor tables.

Good to know: Combine it with a walk along the Southern Ridges, which pass close by.

10 Telok Blangah Green, Singapore 109178

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Frequently asked questions

How much is afternoon tea in Singapore?

Most five-star hotel teas cost about S$58 to S$75++ per person in 2026, Raffles Hotel's classic tea about S$108++, and cafe-style teas such as Wildseed Café's about S$34++. Add roughly 20% for service charge and GST.

What is the most famous afternoon tea in Singapore?

The afternoon tea in The Grand Lobby at Raffles Hotel is the city's best-known, served daily from 12.30pm to 5.30pm in the hotel's white colonial lobby. Tables are held for 90 minutes and the dress code is casual chic with closed shoes.

Is there a dress code for high tea in Singapore?

Most hotels ask for smart casual. Raffles asks for casual chic and does not allow slippers, flip-flops or sandals. Beachwear and gym clothes are out everywhere.

Where can I have a high tea buffet in Singapore?

L'Espresso at Goodwood Park Hotel is the classic afternoon tea buffet, with themed spreads that change through the year and child prices for ages 6 to 11. Book a weekend seating in advance.

What is the difference between high tea and afternoon tea?

In Singapore the two terms are used for the same thing: a tiered set of sandwiches, scones and pastries with tea or coffee in the afternoon. A "high tea buffet" usually means an all-you-can-eat spread.

1. The Grand Lobby, Raffles Singapore — City Hall

2. The Landing Point, The Fullerton Bay Hotel — Marina Bay

3. The Courtyard, The Fullerton Hotel — Fullerton, Marina Bay

4. Lobby Lounge, Mandarin Oriental — Marina Bay

5. The Ritz Lounge, The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia — Marina Centre, Marina Bay

6. L'Espresso, Goodwood Park Hotel — Scotts Road, Orchard Road

7. Lobby Lounge, Capitol Kempinski — City Hall

8. 1-Arden — Raffles Place, Marina Bay

9. Ginger.Lily, Hilton Singapore Orchard — Orchard Road

10. Wildseed Café, The Alkaff Mansion — Telok Blangah Hill

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