Are you new to Tate and want to discover our must-see artworks or architecture? Have a passion and want to know how it relates to art? Covering a wide range of needs, our private tours are:

  • led by an art expert
  • 60-90 minutes
  • flexible with dates and group sizes
  • suitable for children and families on request

To book, call +44 (0)20 7887 4946 or email tour.bookings@tate.org.uk.

Highlight tours

Experience the best Tate has to offer with a Highlights Tour of must-see artworks in our world-renowned galleries. Interested in a particular artwork or part of the gallery? Let us know when you book.

Perfect for first-time visitors and regulars who want to make the most out of their visit to our ever-changing Tate collection.

60 minutes / £15 per person (a minimum group size of 15 people).

or minimum cost of £225 for groups of 15 or less.


This tour was exactly what my children needed, so much so that we are bringing dad with us on Sunday to show him what we discovered today.

Elia

Tate to Tate Tours

Interested in a Highlights Tour but unable to decide between Tate Modern or Tate Britain? Tate to Tate Tours is a Highlights Tour of both galleries at a special reduced rate. Add on the option of Tate to Tate boat tickets to travel between them.

2 x 60 minutes / £28 per person (a minimum group size of 15 people)

or minimum cost of £420 for groups of 15 or less.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Our guide had an amazing fund of knowledge, but his enthusiasm for art infused us with his excitement making this a truly unique experience. The boat ride was a perfect addition to a memorable day.

Richard

Tour for Two

A memorable way to discover the Tate collection or our exhibitions. These intimate tours are a perfect way to celebrate an occasion or enhance a day out with a friend or family member.

Treat yourself, or gift the experience to another with a Tour for Two voucher.

60 minutes / £195

Vouchers are valid for six months from the date of purchase and can be used at Tate Britain, Tate Modern or Tate St Ives. We are currently unable to offer tours of Tate Liverpool + RIBA North.

We ask for at least two weeks' notice to arrange your tour.


The guide was fantastic. Not only were they very knowledgeable but they shaped the tour to my friend's taste in art very subtly – she was astonished, and it made the gift that much more special.

Jane

Tailored

Explore the Tate collection in greater depth by looking at artists or a theme that is important to you.

Suitable for all backgrounds from businesses to educational groups. These bespoke tours can be fully catered to your requirements.

90 minutes / £18 per person (a minimum group size of 15 people).

or minimum cost of £270 for groups of 15 or less.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Our guide was such a delight and made our tour very personalised to our business. We even had some colleagues who ‘would never set foot inside a gallery’ who enjoyed themselves. Her approach meant that we got to learn about so much more than simply the art.

Interactive

Designed to encourage group participation and includes activities such as drawing or collage.

Perfect for families looking to make lasting memories, schools and colleges wanting to build class confidence on exam and class topics, or for business leaders planning creative team away days and team building exercises.

90 minutes / £18 per person (a minimum group size of 15 people).

or minimum cost of £270 for groups of 15 or less.


My guide was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and interactive. She engaged the students with questions and interpreted the theme with intelligence and insight. Thoughtful and fascinating.

Ruth

International languages

A Highlights Tour of our must-see art works. Subject to availability, tours are available in: Français, Español, Italiano, Deutsch, Dansk, 日本 語, 普通话, 廣東話 and Pусский.

60 minutes / £18 per person (a minimum group size of 15 people).

or minimum cost of £270 for groups of 15 or less.


The hour whizzed past. It was a privilege to take part in this tour, and our future visits to the Tate will be even more rewarding.

Liz & Peter

Architecture

Choose between the Tate Modern Architecture Tour will take you through the former Bankside Power Station with its iconic Turbine Hall and Tanks that still smell of oil, before delving into the ambitious Blavatnik Building extension.

Or the rich history of Tate Britain from nineteenth-century neo-classicism, to the postmodern Clore Gallery and the transformation of the oldest part of our Grade II listed building through the Millbank Project.

90 minutes / £18 per person (a minimum group size of 15 people).

or minimum cost of £270 for groups of 15 or less.

We thoroughly enjoyed learning about all aspects of the building. My favourite memories were looking down on The Globe theatre, going into the oil container and experiencing the sound space in the basement.

Helen

Morning private tours

Enjoy the gallery before it opens with the knowledge of a Tate expert. These exclusive tours can be of the collection or an exhibition.

For corporate and business event enquiries please email private.events@tate.org.uk, for other groups please email tour.bookings@tate.org.uk.

60 minutes / suitable for groups of up to 25 people

It was a head-stoking, inspiring, soul-nurturing afternoon for our small group. Brava and thanks! 

Josh

Exhibition tours and talks

Make the most of your visit to an exhibition with an in-depth look at key themes and artworks.

Exhibition Tour

60 minutes / £225 (maximum group size of 15)

*Available Monday–Friday at off-peak times, subject to availability. Exhibition tickets will need to be purchased in addition to the tour. Discounted tickets are available for groups of 10 or more when purchased two weeks in advance.

Exhibition Private Lecture

60 minutes / £15 per person (a minimum group size of 20 people).

or minimum cost of £270 for groups of 20 or less.*

*Available Monday–Friday, subject to availability. Exhibition tickets will need to be purchased in addition to the tour. Discounted tickets are available for groups of 10 or more when purchased two weeks in advance.

Exhibition Package

Includes refreshments on arrival and a buffet lunch.

Prices vary, minimum of 20 people.*

*Available Monday–Friday, subject to availability. 

Online Talks

Unable to visit the gallery in person? These online talks have morning-to-evening options and are perfect for classrooms, overseas groups, and museum professionals.

For a more hands-on experience work with an artist educator and take part in activities such as drawing.

Online collection and exhibition talks

60 minutes / minimum fee £240 for up to 50 people

Online interactive talks

90 minutes / minimum fee £240 for up to 25 people

Our speaker packed an amazing amount of information in to one hour. We thoroughly enjoyed the insight into the masterpieces and intend to visit in person when we are in London!

Marie

Ticketed tours

Not part of a large group? These tours are designed for individuals and smaller groups.

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