Tate Modern
International modern and contemporary art
Opening times
Sunday to Thursday 10.00–18.00
Friday to Saturday 10.00–22.00

Exhibitions
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Exhibition
Olafur Eliasson: In real life
Until 5 January 2020Olafur Eliasson returns to Tate Modern with this unmissable exhibition -
Exhibition
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Exhibition
Hyundai Commission: Kara Walker
Until 5 Apr 2020Acclaimed artist Kara Walker presents one of the most ambitious Hyundai Commissions to dateFree entry
Free Collection Displays
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ARTIST ROOMS: Ed Ruscha
Explore sixty years of work by influential American artist, Ed RuschaFree entry -
Start Display
This display introduces you to some of the best-loved artworks in the Tate collectionFree entry -
Materials and Objects
Discover artists from Tate's collection who have embraced new and unusual materials and methodsFree entry -
Artist and Society
Explore artworks from Tate's collection that respond to their social and political contextFree entry -
In the Studio
Investigate the processes artists use to make artworks, and how our responses are integral to the pieceFree entry -
Media Networks
See how artists in Tate’s collection have responded to the impact of mass mediaFree entry -
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Performer and Participant
Discover how artists working between the 1960s and the 1990s opened up new spaces for participationFree entry
Events
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Performance
East London Cable: TV Dinner Episode 3
10 Dec 2019Join artist collective East London Cable for this unique immersive performance -
Film
Coco Fusco: Cuba: Haunted by History
4 Dec 2019Explore the life and work of two Cuban poets through a pairing of the artist’s recent films -
Talk
Curators Talk: Dora Maar
20 Jan 2020Discover the exceptional life and work of surrealist artist Dora Maar -
Talk
Artist Talk: Dóra Maurer
16 Jan 2020Hear from influential artist Dóra Maurer on her life and the diversity of her output
Getting Here
Address
Tate ModernBankside
London SE1 9TG
Directions
BY TUBE
Southwark (Jubilee Line, 600 metres approx
Blackfriars: District and Circle Line, 800 metres approx
St Paul's: Central Line, 1,100 metres approx.
BY BUS
Routes 45, 63 and 100 stop on Blackfriars Bridge Road
Route 381 stop on Southwark Street
Route 344 stops on Southwark Bridge Road
BY TRAIN
Blackfriars 300 metres from the South exit; 800 metres from the North exit.
London Bridge 1,100 metres approx.
BY BOAT
The Tate Boat runs every thirty minutes along the Thames between Tate Britain and Tate Modern. Other river services run between Millbank Pier and Bankside Pier.
BY BIKE
Cycle Hire Docking Stations are located on New Globe Street and Southwark Street.
BY TAXI
A drop off / pick up point is situated on Holland Street, just outside the main entrance.
BY CAR
There are no parking facilities at Tate Modern or in the surrounding streets. Public transport is the easiest way of getting to the gallery.
BY COACH
A drop off / pick up point is situated on Southwark Street, a short walk from the main entrance.
Collection on display
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Jannis Kounellis Untitled
1969 -
Yinka Shonibare CBE The British Library
2014 -
Natalia Goncharova Gardening
1908 -
Bridget Riley Evoë 3
2003
Getting Started
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In the Gallery
A Walk Through Tate Modern on the Theme of Migration
Hear how Tate staff and community voices think about migration as you walk through Tate Modern -
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Five things to do with your family at the Olafur Eliasson exhibition
Read our top tips to get the most out of your visit -
In the Gallery
Audio Highlight Tour: Natalie Bell Level 2
Listen to artists, curators and conservators talk about key artworks in Tate Modern -
In the Gallery
A guide to slow looking
Be amazed by the discoveries you can make when you look longer at art -
In the Gallery
Audio Description Tour: Tate Modern
Listen to audio descriptions about key artworks from our collection, for visually impaired visitors -
TateShots
John Hilliard: 'Everything comes down to time and light'
The conceptual artist's work explores the technical and sculptural nature of photography
In Tate Modern
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The Tanks
See performances, interactive art and video installations; these galleries celebrate new art -
Tate Exchange
A place for all to play, create, reflect and question what art can mean to our everyday -
Studio Olafur Eliasson Kitchen at the Terrace Bar
Sustainably sourced vegetarian food from recipes created with the SOE Kitchen -
Terrace Shop
Discover a range of artist books and specially selected products including designer collaborations, jewellery and prints -
Restaurant
A contemporary architectural space serving modern British food with international influences -
Granville-Grossman Members Room
Escape the crowds and unwind in our stylish lounge whilst enjoying panoramic views across London
Admission Information
Entry details
Free Entry
Entry is free – some exhibitions and events will be charged separately. Visitors with a disability pay a concessionary rate, and entrance for companions is free. Tate Members and Tate Patrons get free entry to exhibitions. Visitors aged 16–25 can join Tate Collective to access £5 exhibition tickets. Under 12s go free (up to four per parent or guardian) and £5 family child tickets are available for children aged 12 – 18 years.
See Booking and Ticketing FAQs for more information.
Security
We take security very seriously and work closely with Police Project Servator teams.
Read more about our approach to safety and rules for the gallery.
Bag size policy
For reasons of safety and security, bags larger than cabin bag size (55cm x 40cm x 20cm), sports or recreational equipment (musical instruments), large wheelie bags or boxes are not permitted into the gallery. Foldable bicycles, large skateboards and child or adult scooters are permitted into the building but must be deposited in the cloakroom.
There is a left luggage facility at Waterloo station.
Contact Us
Call +44 (0)20 7887 8888
Information 09.45–18.00, daily; Membership and ticketing services 09.45–18.00, daily
We're closed on
Tuesday 24 December 2019, Wednesday 25 December 2019, Thursday 26 December 2019 (Christmas closure)
Opening times
Sunday to Thursday 10.00–18.00
Friday to Saturday 10.00–22.00
Last admission and ticket sales for special exhibitions Sunday – Thursday is at 17.15 and 21.15 on Friday – Saturday. Ticket desks close at this time.
Find out about our free daily tours
Closures
We are closed 24–26 December, but open as usual on all other days of the year, including Bank Holidays and New Year’s Day.