Tate Modern: Official Discovery Tour

Tate Modern

Available to 28 December 2024

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See some of the most exciting modern and contemporary art on the planet in the world-famous Tate Modern museum, located in the heart of London's Bankside. Reigning as one of the most visited art museums in the entire world, you can explore much-loved modern masterpieces created by some of the most influential artists in the world. 

Need-to-know's about Tate Modern's Official Discovery Tour:

  • Meeting Point: Turbine Hall Ticket Desk
  • Please note: The Official Discovery Tour will last for one hour.

Tate Modern's Official Discovery Tour:

Jump into a fascinating journey as you explore the various Tate collections with the brand-new Discovery Tours, making sure you don't miss a single thing! 

  • Enjoy a knowledgeable and expert commentary from Tate tour guides
  • Explore the treasures of the Tate Modern in an intimate, one-hour guided tour
  • Discover everything there is to know about London's most famous art gallery
  • Get up-close to must-see artists and displays throughout the iconic museum
  • Discover paintings, sculptures and huge installations from international artists
  • See authentic works from Pablo Picasso, Yayoi Kusama, Andy Warhol and Henri Matisse
  • Explore the Turbine Hall alongside the famous Underground Tanks
  • See the striking space dedicated to live performance and video
  • Enjoy free exhibitions from some of the most impactful contemporary artists
  • From Performer & Participant to Materials & Objects, you can enjoy a range of free collections
  • Spend a day at one of the most visited art museums in the world - in the heart of London!

Enjoy original and innovative masterpieces that have heavily impacted the world of art when you visit the Tate Modern, featuring unparalleled paintings, sculptures, large-scale installations and so much more.

Book Tate Modern tickets and visit the most famous art gallery in London!

How to find us

Address: Tate Modern, Bankside, London, SE1 9TG

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By Public Transport:

  • Bus: Routes 40, 63, 100, 381 and 344 drop off near the venue.
  • Train: The closest train stations are Blackfriars, Cannon Street, London Bridge and Waterloo.
  • Tube: The closest tube stations are Southwark (Jubilee line), Blackfriars (District and Circle line) and St. Paul's (Central line)
  • Parking: There are no parking facilities at Tate Modern or the surrounding areas. Public transport is recommended, as it is the easiest way of getting to the gallery. 
  • Toilets
  • Food and drink
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transport accessible

Yes, the Tate Modern Museum in London is wheelchair accessible and the team are very passionate about being a completely inclusive attraction. 

The average visitor spends around 90-minutes to 2-hours touring the Tate Modern gallery, but you are welcome to stay as long or as little as you'd like onsite.

Although sister galleries, the Tate museums have distinguishable elements.

  • Tate Britain: Primarily focusing on British art, the Tate Britain is filled with art from the 1500's to the present day.
  • Tate Modern: The Tate Modern concentrates on producing exhibitions filled with international modern and contemporary art. 

The opening hours for the Tate Modern are as follows:

  • Monday to Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
  • Last Entry: 17:30
  • Galleries Closing: 17:50

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