Traditional afternoon tea

A Historic Afternoon Tea at Károlyi Castle

A Cup of Tea, a Sip of History
Step into the refined world of historic castle life, where afternoons were devoted to tranquillity, elegant conversation and gracious hospitality.

In the 19th century, afternoon tea was a cherished tradition of aristocratic social life. In the salons of castles and noble residences, guests gathered over a cup of tea to exchange ideas, listen to music and enjoy one another’s company. Tea was more than just a beverage; it was an important part of cultivated social life and gracious hospitality.

The Károlyi family, one of the prominent aristocratic families of Hungary, also placed great importance on the art of welcoming guests in their castles. Although few records remain detailing the afternoon tea traditions of the time, tea and social gatherings were a natural part of elegant hospitality in the castle life of the era.

The Historic Afternoon Tea at Károlyi Castle brings this atmosphere to life for today’s guests.

What does the Historic Afternoon Tea include?
- A carefully selected range of premium teas

- Traditional afternoon tea delicacies

- The elegant and historic surroundings of the castle

- Conversation cards designed to inspire meaningful conversations and enrich the shared experience

- Exclusive digital content accessible via QR code, offering insights into historic tea-drinking customs, social etiquette and life in the castle

The Castle’s Secret Salon
Guests taking part in the Historic Afternoon Tea also gain access to a unique digital experience.

By scanning the QR code placed on the table, guests can enter the “Castle’s Secret Salon”, where they can discover:

• the etiquette of historic tea drinking,
• the rules of conduct in the salons,
• the secret messages of the language of fans,
• the art of introductions and conversation,
• and playful castle challenges.

In this way, the afternoon tea becomes more than simply a selection of tea and delicacies – it becomes a genuine experience and a journey back in time.

The Art of Slowing Down
The Historic Afternoon Tea is more than a cup of tea and a plate of cakes.

It is an opportunity to step away from the rush of everyday life for a while and experience the sense of tranquillity that was once a natural part of social life in the great castles.

Take your seat, raise your cup and let history come to life alongside your tea.

Traditional afternoon tea

Indulge yourself with a traditional afternoon tea and enjoy our delicious sweets and sandwiches.

The package will include one teapot heart-warming tea, sandwiches, pastries like madeleine, brownie, macaron, and fruit tarte 

Our tea afternoon is available every day from 15:00-17:00 from autumn to spring.

If you would like to reserve an afternoon tea, please write us a notification when you book or inform our reception on the spot.

More information: 

Phone: +36302216912 or +36 21 311 0422

E-mail: hotel@karolyikastely.hu