Old Parliament House Spring Tea

Immerse yourself in history with a light Spring Tea at the lovely Courtyard Cafe. Relax al fresco under the rose-covered arbour in the sunny courtyard or dine inside on heritage chairs from the former Members’ Dining Rooms - seats once used by Prime Ministers and visiting royalty.

Enjoy your choice of arrival tea or barista-made coffee alongside our seasonal tier of sweet and savoury treats. Looking to celebrate? Upgrade your experience with a chilled glass of sparkling wine.

Available Weds - Sun, Sept 12th - Oct 11th

What's included?

For just $50pp:

Arrival beverage

• Arrival tea or barista coffee

Selection of petite desserts

• Banoffee chocolate pie (GF, VEG)

• Mini eclairs with Earl Grey cream & lavender

• Carrot cake with rose & pepitas (VEG)

• Homemade baked buttermilk scones with whipped crème Chantilly & raspberry jam

Savoury delicacies

• Cucumber & cream cheese spread ribbons (VEG)

• Chicken & herb mayo ribbons

• Cauliflower, pistachio & leek jam tartlet (VEG)

• Pumpkin & feta wholemeal quiche (VEG)

GF = Gluten Free

VEG = Vegetarian

Please note that tickets must be purchased at least 3 working days prior to your preferred date to ensure table availability and allow our culinary team to prepare your seasonal tier.

FAQs

• Do you cater to special dietaries? Yes, if you have additional dietary requirements please let us know at the time of booking so we can accommodate.

• Do you provide a Children's Spring Tea? Yes, a smaller Children's High Tea is also available to purchase for $30pp.

• Is the tea and coffee continuous? No, we serve your tea or barista coffee on arrival. Top ups are not included but you are welcome to purchase additional tea or coffee from the cafe.

• Do you include alcoholic beverages? No, but you are welcome to purchase a sparkling wine on arrival for a additional $10pp. The cafe also stocks a range of other beverages to purchase on the day.

• How many people does the $50 cover? Just one person. One of each item listed in the menu is provided.

• We planned to sit outside but now it's raining. Not to worry! We have plenty available seating inside

• Where can we enjoy our Spring Tea? This can be enjoyed outside in the pergola, on the cafe terrace which is partially covered or inside in the cafe.

• What if we decide to cancel? Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds.

• Is the cafe wheelchair accessible? Yes, the cafe is wheelchair accessible.