Each tour is different and unpacks 2-3 artworks through a multisensory experience. They can include responses to textures, shapes, colours and sounds which are expressed verbally and non-verbally. Guides often use hand gestures and activities to explain ideas and encourage children to ask questions and to be curious.
Tours are suitable for children aged 5-11 years old, last around 30 minutes and begin at 14.30.
The meeting point at Tate Britain is at the top of the Rotunda Stairs.
Tours take place during school holidays in the UK. They are delivered by volunteers and are sometimes subject to change, it is advised to call the ticket desk on the morning of your visit to confirm which tours are going ahead.
There might be loud noises in the gallery.
Tate Britain's step-free entrance is on Atterbury Street. It has automatic sliding doors and there is a ramp down to the entrance with central handrails.
The Exhibition is on the Lower floor of the gallery.
- Accessible, standard and Changing Places toilets are located on the Lower floor.
- Ear defenders can be borrowed from the ticket desk on the Lower floor.
To help plan your visit to Tate Britain, have a look at our visual story. It includes photographs and information about what you can expect from a visit to the gallery.
For more information before your visit:
- Email hello@tate.org.uk
- Call +44 (0)20 7887 8888 (daily 10.00–17.00)
