Sight Bankside, London
Tate Modern
A sight in Bankside, London, free to visit and worth about 2 hours. Best time to go: Afternoon.
Why go
Modern art in a former power station on the South Bank, with a free viewing level over the Thames.
It is one of 10 curated places we feature in London, alongside 3 sights, 2 places to eat and 2 outdoor spots. 2 more of our picks sit within about half a mile in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Borough Market and The George Inn.
- Type
- Sight · Culture
- Neighborhood
- Bankside
- Price
- Free
- Time needed
- 2 hr
- Best time
- Afternoon
Nearby
The 6 closest curated picks in London, measured as straight-line distance.
- 1Borough Market
London's oldest food market, packed with cheese, oysters, pies and street food stalls.
Food · 0.4 mi straight-line - 2The George Inn
London's last galleried coaching inn, 17th century and owned by the National Trust.
Drinks · 0.4 mi straight-line - 3Tower of London
Norman fortress on the Thames holding the Crown Jewels, led by Yeoman Warder tours.
Sight · 1.0 mi straight-line - 4Dishoom Covent Garden
Bombay café-style restaurant known for bacon naan rolls, black daal and chai.
Food · 1.2 mi straight-line - 5British Museum
Two million years of human history, from the Rosetta Stone to the Parthenon sculptures. Free entry.
Sight · 1.4 mi straight-line - 6Columbia Road Flower Market
Sunday street market crammed with flowers, plants and small independent shops.
Shopping · 2.0 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
Tate Modern is a stop on our London, the Cotswolds & Bath route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.
More sights to see in London
Another curated sight in London. See the full London guide.
When to go
Average daily highs in London run from 45°F in January to 73°F in July; November is usually the wettest month. For Tate Modern itself, we suggest: Afternoon.
Modelled monthly averages for London from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full London weather by month.
Getting there
Map links open a live search for Tate Modern, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.
- Address
- Bankside, London SE1 9TG, UK
- Coordinates
- 51.50760, -0.09936
- Destination
- London, United Kingdom
- Website
- tate.org.uk
Tate Modern: quick answers
How much time do you need at Tate Modern?
Plan on about 2 hours at Tate Modern. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.
When is the best time to visit Tate Modern?
Our pick: Afternoon. Insider tip: Walk over the Millennium Bridge from St Paul's to arrive.
Is Tate Modern free?
Yes, we list Tate Modern as free to visit. Check the official website before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.
Where is Tate Modern?
Tate Modern is at Bankside, London SE1 9TG, UK. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.
Which TripsCircle routes include Tate Modern?
Tate Modern appears on London, the Cotswolds & Bath, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.
Add Tate Modern to your crew's plan
Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to London.
Plan London
- London travel guide 10 places
- Best time to visit London weather by month
- London to The Cotswolds 76 mi straight-line
Lists & regions
Also in London
- Hampstead Heath Outdoors
Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.