7 VIP Garden Experiences to Plan a Day Around

1.Bellagio:Lake Como Cruise & VIP access to Balbianello Garden

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 226 reviews · 2 hours · from $59Our pick

From Bellagio, take a boat past Lake Como villas and villages to Villa del Balbianello. You get about an hour in the terraced gardens, a free audio guide app, and a fixed return boat. The villa museum costs extra, and headphones are not provided.

“The tour was fine, as detailed on the description it is a tour around some of the important villas on the lake. However, we received an option to download the audioguide but the guide only mentioned some of the villas so we could not follow the tour in a good way. It would be much better if the guide could give more explanation than just naming a few places. I don't know if it is really worth the price.”

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2.Bali Luxury Spa Massage and flower Bath 2 hour Treatmen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 167 reviews · from $39Best value

At Bali Orchid Spa near Denpasar, you get a welcome drink, foot wash, one-hour Balinese massage, body scrub, yogurt moisturizer, and flower bath. Pickup is free from Kuta, Seminyak, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, and Sanur for bookings of two or more. Private flower baths cost extra.

“There were 8 girls travelling for our annual girls trip. We all thoroughly enjoyed our 2 hour Balinese massage!! We were greeted immediately upon arrival and offered some ginger tea. All of the staff were friendly and my masseuse always adRead more”

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3.VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal Tea Crown Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $159

Meet your guide near Hyde Park for a royal-focused walk through Kensington Gardens, stories of Diana, Victoria, and the modern monarchy, then afternoon tea at the Orangery. Choose the palace upgrade for timed entry and a self-guided look at the State Apartments, royal rooms, and exhibitions.

“Wonderful experience. Mike was a great guide and encouraged questions. We had tea on the property and it was delicious and VERY filling.”

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4.VIP Rock Pass: Includes SKYLIFT, Beam, Rooftop Garden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $244Top rated

Spend about two hours with a private guide such as Teona at Rockefeller Center. Start in the VIP Lounge, tour a rooftop garden, toast with champagne, then enjoy Top of the Rock, the Beam, and SKYLIFT with priority access.

“Outstanding tour... Totally worth the in price, great guide!!! Beam experience, sky lift all great! Sit outside while having champagne 🍾”

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5.Bali: Luxury Spa Balinese Massage scrub Flower bath 2 Hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 77 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

At Bali Orchid Spa, Dahayu Bali Adventure pairs a 60-minute Balinese massage with Indonesian lulur scrub, clay body mask, yoghurt moisturiser, and a flower bath. You can add pickup from Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Nusa Dua, or Jimbaran, with private treatment space and hot drinks included.

“The luxury spa balinese massage' scrub and flower bath was excellent. This is the first massage I have ever enjoyed. The staff were very professional, efficient and friendly we were offered ginger tea, water and sanatized hand towels. Transportation was included with this luxury spa The driver was very polite and picked us up early as Bali has a lot of traffic to get to our spa on time.”

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6.Kensington Palace VIP Garden Tour with Royal High Tea

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 71 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $187

Walk from Queensway through Kensington Gardens with guides such as Doug, Paul, Simon, or Ben, seeing the Italian Gardens, Peter Pan statue, Diana memorial, and Round Pond before afternoon tea at the Orangery. A small group and added drink make this a polished royal outing, but palace entry may require a separate option.

“Doug was fantastic! Very friendly and knowledgeable. Beautiful walk through the gardens. He even sat with me during the tea as I was traveling solo.”

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7.VIP Kensington Palace Gardens Tour & Royal High Tea

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 59 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $155

Meet guides such as Mike, Pauline, or Fia near Queensway Tube Station for a walking tour of Kensington Gardens, the Sunken Garden, and Diana’s statue. Choose palace entry for the State Apartments, then finish with sandwiches, cakes, and up to 10 English teas at the Orangery.

“Just wrapped up an amazing day at Kensington Palace, and I can’t recommend the garden tour and high tea enough! Our tour guide, Mike, was absolutely wonderful—so knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the palace and its stunning gardens. He brought the stories to life, making the experience even more special. One of the highlights was visiting the Diana statue, which beautifully captures her spirit. After the tour, we indulged in a delightful high tea at the Orangery. The setting was simply lovely. The selection of teas and pastries was divine—definitely a treat for the senses! If you’re in London, don’t miss out on this experience! It’s the perfect…”

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