Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea

About This Experience

Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea in Krakow is an Alice in Wonderland tea party for anyone who thinks a birthday, or an unbirthday, deserves more than coffee and cake. You’ll sit down at a table dressed like a scene from the story at Scandale Royal, overlooking Szczepanski Square and a few minutes’ walk from the Main Market Square. There’s Prosecco, a spread of sweet and savoury treats, a pile of hats and a couple of hours to enjoy it all at your own pace. It’s one of the more unusual things to do in Krakow’s Old Town, and one of the easiest to book.

Afternoon Tea, but a Little Mad

Afternoon tea, sometimes called high tea, has been a very British tradition since the 1840s, and the Mad Hatter’s tea party is its most famous scene: chapter seven of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, where it’s always six o’clock and always teatime. Our Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea borrows that spirit and makes the traditional version more playful, a little sillier and a lot more fun. “Eat Me” tags, playing cards, a ticking clock and bunny ears are scattered across the table, and the hats are there to be worn. The Mad Hatter has left a few questions for you to answer, which gets even the quietest guest talking, and at some point someone will be painting the roses red. Join in as much or as little as you like.

A Wonderland Table, Ready When You Arrive

Your table is already set when you sit down: cheeses and cold cuts to share, sweet and savoury bites, pastries and Wonderland-inspired treats, with a little fortune cookie to start things off. You’ll have a glass of Prosecco, or a non-alcoholic alternative, and your choice of tea, coffee or a soft drink. Everything is laid out to be picked at slowly, and photographed first.

Scandale Royal, Szczepanski Square

Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea is hosted at Scandale Royal Restaurant, Wine & Bar, overlooking Szczepanski Square on the edge of Krakow’s Old Town. It’s a few minutes’ walk from the Main Market Square and the Planty park, so it fits easily into a day of sightseeing, and the elegant room makes a lovely backdrop for a very silly afternoon. The square is also home to the Palace of Art and the Bunkier Sztuki gallery, if you’d like a little culture before your tea.

Who It’s Good For

Mother-and-daughter afternoons, friends catching up, couples, and anyone celebrating a birthday or an unbirthday. Visiting Krakow with kids? Children love the hats and the roses, and they’re very welcome at the table. Planning a hen party? It’s a fun, stylish way to start the weekend. Groups of any size can book online, and private areas are available for larger celebrations. Just let us know what you’re celebrating when you book.

Booking Your Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea in Krakow

Choose your date, time and number of guests, and you’ll receive an email confirmation straight away. We ask for at least 2 days’ notice, and weekend afternoons go first, so book earlier if your dates are fixed. Celebrating something special? Mention it when you book your Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea and we’ll help shape the afternoon around the occasion.

Good to Know

There’s no dress code. Hats are provided at the table, but feel free to arrive in your own Wonderland best.

Vegetarian options are available; let us know when you book. We can’t currently offer vegan, gluten-free or dairy-free menus.

Children are welcome. Add them to your guest count when you book, and there’s a non-alcoholic alternative to the Prosecco.

This experience follows our standard 24-hour free cancellation policy. More questions? Our FAQ page covers booking, groups and cancellations.