Red Bus Bistro: Glasgow Gin Tea Experience

Join us onboard the Red Bus Bistro for a Gin Tea Experience. Leaving from George Street, the tour lasts approximately 90 minutes during which we visit the top attractions Glasgow has to offer including; Provand’s Lordship, the upmarket West End, Glasgow University, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and the Transport Museum.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gallery of Modern Art - A world-class art museum and a hub for people to gather, learn, and share ideas. It showcases, borrows, and collects artworks from around the globe.
  • City Chambers - The centerpiece of George Square, the City Chambers is one of the city’s most iconic and grand buildings, reflecting the wealth and industrial prosperity…
What's Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Home baked warm scone with cream, jam and strawberry garnish
  • Handmade Sandwich selections
  • Warm mini Quiche
  • Selection of Petit Fours
  • Unlimited Tea & Coffee
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Souvenir drinks cup
Additional Information
  • TERMS & CONDITIONS
  • All information gained from Patrons will never be given to any third parties; Red Bus Bistro Company Limited is responsible for all online transactions.
  • If the tour is cancelled after the first half an hours commencement, we will then offer availability on another tour.
  • The tour is not suitable for 5 year Old’s and under
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Location
Shuttle Street
The pick up point is adjacent to Amore Restaurant.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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313ellisr
Jun 30, 2025
Hilari-tea and cakes! - Had a lovely gin afternoon tea on the Glasgow bus! Definitely recommend for a girly afternoon out, perfect for mother's day treat or hen do. Great hilarity and food, and a much smoother journey than we expected! We would have found it hilarious even if it had been a bumpy ride but there was no cause for concern with the moving bus. If you want an afternoon tea experience that is entertaining and fun, with great tunes, singing and dancing then this is ideal. Will definitely consider doing again, maybe a different theme!
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Iain1192
Jun 26, 2025
Gin afternoon tea - Really good experience with gin afternoon tea. Staff were attentive & enjoyable, tasty meals. Overall a fun time & worth doing.
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Mjcheesman
Jun 8, 2025
Glasgow Team and Bus Tour - Ended up being more than we expected. Road on an old double decker bus around Glasgow. Tea serving was very well done with a variety of sandwhiches and pastries. Ended up NOT doing a gin tasting due to trying to limit our alcohol intake which can be substantial in Scotland. The bus tour covered major sites in Scotland and ended up replacing hop-on hop-off tour.
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Riley
May 2, 2025
Must See - This was an absolute delight! A great way to enjoy lunch for 2-3 people comfortably. The tea, food, deserts, and glass of champagne were delicious. There are also drinks for purchase. The gin jugs are adorable and tasty. Helen was our guide and she was such good fun. Great for all ages.
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Erin_m
Apr 26, 2025
What a great idea!... - What a great idea! Enjoyed afternoon tea and Prosecco on a fun vintage bus. We were able to see the sites without worrying about the traffic or pedestrians.
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Inspire01447579620
Apr 21, 2025
Absolutely Fantastic Experience! - I booked the Red Bus Bistro as part of a surprise hen party for my friend, and it couldn't have been more perfect. From start to finish, it was an amazing experience. The staff on board: Jim, George, and Nikki were outstanding! So friendly, funny, and made us feel totally at ease. The bus itself was beautifully decorated with flowers and lights, creating a lovely atmosphere. The food was delicious, and the gin cocktails were a real highlight, so tasty! Would definitely recommend this experience and will absolutely be coming back again. Thanks for making it such a special day! 😄🍸🚌💐
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F1191oopaulb
Apr 19, 2025
Thoroughly enjoyable . - Great fun and a nice atmosphere. We enjoyed the food, and the gin. The staff were all very helpful and friendly. Good value for money. A great way to see Edinburgh.
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Dozyarmadillo
Apr 12, 2025
Loved it! - Food was lovely. The Raspberry Gin was even better! Onboard banter was exactly what I hoped for - such a laugh. Can thoroughly recommend this activity if you have an afternoon free in Glasgow.
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Hans_f
Jun 9, 2025
Super fun, surprising tour - Tour of the city is fun, explanation with a strong accent. Tour was very successful. The bus is super nicely decorated.
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Matthew_k
Jul 3, 2025
Not worth your money! - This should have been a fantastic experience. However, there was no commentary along the ride due to staffing shortages. The poor girl who served us did her best and we truly felt sorry for her as she seemed overwhelmed. Beyond this, the food was poor at best. The burnt scone was particularly shameful. Also, the bus clearly needs work, especially mechanically as the brakes are horrible sounding. Until this operator gets their house in order, I would spend my money elsewhere!
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).