This tour is designed for blind and partially sighted visitors and their companions. Our guide Sarah Dibb will describe the story of how Frida Kahlo became one of the most influential artists of all time, a cultural phenomenon, and an internationally recognised commercial icon.
The exhibition showcases over 30 of Kahlo’s most iconic works. Alongside treasured garments, jewellery, photographs and memorabilia, there are over 200 works by her contemporaries and the artists she inspired from later generations.
Hearing transmitters and earphones will be available for maximum clarity and members of the Tate Volunteer Hosts team will be on hand to support. Guide dogs are welcome and folding stools will be available.
Please arrive from 17.30, the tour will start at 18.00 and last for 90 minutes.
You can also book a place via phone: please call 020 7887 8888 between 10.00–17.00 daily.
If you have any questions about the tours please email us at accessbooking@tate.org.uk
All Tate Modern entrances are step-free. You can enter via the Turbine Hall and into the Natalie Bell Building on Holland Street, or into the Blavatnik Building on Sumner street. There are lifts to every floor of the Blavatnik and Natalie Bell buildings. Alternatively you can take the stairs.
- Fully accessible toilets are located on every floor on the concourses.
- A quiet room is available to use in the Natalie Bell Building on Level 4.
- Ear defenders can be borrowed from the Ticket desks.
To help plan your visit to Tate Modern, 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)


