Sip the Magic: Afternoon Tea Returns to Disney’s Grand Floridian 🌸🫖

Brandi Parker
Jan 23
3 min read

Garden View Lounge – Tea Experience | Reopening March 19, 2026

Elegant three-tier afternoon tea tower at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Garden View Lounge, featuring Alice in Wonderland–inspired desserts, pastries, and savory bites, surrounded by fine china teacups, with text announcing the Garden View Lounge Tea Experience returning March 19, 2026 at Walt Disney World.

Pinkies up, friends—because something delightfully unbirthday-ish is returning to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.

Beginning March 19, 2026, the beloved Garden View Lounge – Tea Experience reopens with a whimsical nod to Alice in Wonderland, blending classic Victorian elegance with playful Disney storytelling. Reservations open February 19, and yes—this one will book fast. ☕🌹

This isn’t just afternoon tea. It’s a slow-down, feel-fancy, core-memory kind of experience that fits perfectly into a non-park day, arrival afternoon, or “let’s do something special” moment during your Walt Disney World vacation.

What Makes This Tea Experience So Special 🐇✨

Imagine sunlight streaming through towering windows, harp music floating in the background, and a three-tiered tower of treats arriving at your table. Now add a little Wonderland magic—and you’ve got the vibe.

🌸 Alice in Wonderland–inspired menu design

🫖 Premium Twinings loose-leaf teas (including blends exclusive to Walt Disney World)

🍰 Savory bites, whimsical desserts, and plant-based options

👨‍👩‍👧 Adult and children’s tea menus so the whole family can join the fun

Expert Cast Members guide you through selecting your tea, aromatics, and sweetness level—so every cup feels customized just for you.

Let’s Talk Tea (and a Little Champagne) ☕🥂

Disney’s Grand Floridian Garden View Lounge Tea Experience beverage menu graphic featuring Twinings loose leaf teas, elegant teacups, teapots, tea service table settings, and signature tea cocktails, highlighting London Strand Breakfast, Spicy Chai, Orangery of Lady Grey, Nutty Chocolate Assam, Blackcurrant & Lavender, plus Curiosi-TEA, This Way That Way, Mint Tulip, and Mar-TEA-ni cocktails in an Alice in Wonderland–inspired afternoon tea setting.

You’ll choose from a beautifully curated tea selection ranging from comforting classics to unique blends you won’t find anywhere else. Prefer something extra sparkly? There are also tea-based cocktails, non-alcoholic specialty teas, and yes… champagne and sparkling wines available to elevate the experience.

Translation: whether you’re a serious tea lover or a “this feels fancy and I love it” guest, there’s something here for you.

Three Tiers of Pure Wonderland 🍰♠️

Before the tower even arrives, you’ll enjoy a warm orange-cranberry scone with traditional accompaniments.

Then comes the main event:

🧁 Savory Selections

Think playful twists on classic tea sandwiches—egg salad on beet bread, salmon crisps, cucumber rolls, and a curried chicken tart inspired by Wonderland characters.

🍓 Sweet Finale

From matcha sponge cakes and vanilla tarts to a tableside-painted Earl Grey teacake, the desserts are as theatrical as they are delicious.

🌱 Plant-based afternoon tea options are also available.

✨ Optional upgrades include a seasonal cheese course or Royal Osetra caviar for guests who want to go full royal tea party.

Disney’s Grand Floridian Garden View Lounge Tea Experience savory and sweet menu graphic featuring afternoon tea tower with Alice in Wonderland–inspired treats, including currried chicken salad playing card tart, salmon crisp, egg salad sandwich, cucumber roll, matcha sponge cake, vanilla tea party tart, flamingo croquet choux, Earl Grey teacake painted tableside, plus enhancements like seasonal artisanal cheese selection and Royal Osetra caviar, displayed on elegant floral china in a bright Victorian-style setting.

Children’s Afternoon Tea menu at Disney’s Grand Floridian Garden View Lounge Tea Experience featuring Alice in Wonderland–inspired savory and sweet treats, including Queen of Hearts cheese toastie, fanciful turkey wrap, sunflower seed butter and jelly bun, Cheshire Cat raspberry macaron, chocolate brownie branch, and White Rabbit cupcake, beautifully plated on elegant tiered tea service with whimsical character details and pastel desserts.

A Tea Party Just for Little Ones 🐭🧁

The Children’s Afternoon Tea is genuinely adorable—mini savory bites, playful desserts, and treats inspired by the Queen of Hearts, Cheshire Cat, and White Rabbit. It’s fancy enough to feel special, but still perfectly kid-friendly.

Why I Love This Experience (And Why You Will Too) 💖

This is the kind of Disney magic that doesn’t rush you. It’s immersive, relaxing, and feels worlds away from park crowds—yet still unmistakably Disney.

✨ Perfect for milestone trips✨ Ideal for multi-generational vacations✨ A gorgeous way to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or “just because” moments

And because reservations are limited, this is exactly the type of experience I plan around—not as an afterthought.

Ready to Feel Fancy at Walt Disney World? 🌸🫖

If a 2026 Walt Disney World vacation is on your vision board, this is one of those experiences that sells out before many guests even know it exists.

Booking with a travel agent who stays on top of new experiences, reservation windows, and planning strategy makes all the difference—and I’ve got you covered.

✨ Reach out when you’re ready to plan

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Because sometimes the most magical moments happen when you slow down… and sip the tea. 💕