Tate Modern in Southwark

Amazing free amenity, even for non art lovers!!

The Tate Modern is an interesting place to visit but I won’t be returning. Too hot, too many stairs, not keen on lifts and unless you are studying or interested in a particular designer/ artist .. I didn’t really get any of what was being displayed. I appreciate I might not be educated enough to understand.

Late at Tate members night was cool, speedran through every exhibition. I'll be back to take my time soon

Fantastic place to visit even with children. A flexible formula, everything free. Impossible to get bored. Donating a contribution comes naturally

The restrooms in the museum are all very clean. Some areas have fewer stalls, so there may be queues. Marcel Duchamp's Fountain would fit right into these restroom reviews, so I've included it.

Some art displays were too modern for me.

Fab building which is mostly what I came here with J to experience. We got a little more than we bargained for when, whilst attempting to reach floor 10, we found ourselves stuck in a lift for 20 minutes. The lift literally went nowhere and it got very hot inside. The emergency button was a tad unpredictable but eventually we emerged to a small audience which made us wonder whether we were actually part of an exhibit!

Tate Modern is one of London's most impressive and iconic destinations for lovers of contemporary art.

This was our second time visiting the Tate Modern and it never disappoints! From the fascinating installations, to the amazing exhibitions and permanent collection, the Tate Modern has it all! Give yourself at least two hours there, and not before closing, to see everything.

Great place for modern art and original exhibitions

Entrance to the museum is free, there are many works of art to visit, some parts are ticketed, you can have a good time.

While in the Netherlands you have to pay for museums, you can simply enter for free. Then you can't complain, right? A regular occurrence when we are in London

Distinct lack of home grown artists. We have some fabulous home grown artists who are not being given the exposure, yet there appears to be a preponderance of imports who are given preference. Don’t understand the reasoning behind this! Let’s start showing some Great British artists! In saying that, there are some excellent works on show!👍

Free museum except special exhibitions. If you are traveling to London, I recommend stopping by and taking a look around one of the rooms. It also has a small terrace from which you can see the bridge with good views (attached photo of the views)

I was only waiting on my colleagues. I sat 2 minutes in a cooch and there they were. Museum is free to visit.

Very nice gallery, loads of art, I visited the Electric Dreams exhibition, which is a paid event, you are allowed to take pictures and make videos

Great museum attended for the UNIQLO TATE PLAY had to queue for over an hour with three 5 year olds! The staff were polite but I think they were stressed due to the large queue of families with most children being under 5. They did hand out sketchbooks and pencils which was good to keep the little ones occupied. The soft play was okay the children enjoyed playing with the slide, swing and pillows lots of space for them to run around especially after waiting for what seemed like forever. I think best to go early during the half term and plan for a long wait.

Loved this place! So many incredible works of art here and a great way to pass your time

To be visited only if you like modern and surrealistic art. No, I found it particularly stimulating

The Electric Dreams exhibition is not very good but the permanent collection was very nice

Nice gallery, something for everyone really.

Free collections on the day were a bit average, prefer the v and a

I don't like art but I highly recommend the electric dreams exhib.

Modern and contemporary art museum. Free entry and some of the exhibitions are free to public.

Sure it’s cool but getting turned away at 5:25 when last entry says 5:30 is pretty wack. Security needs to learn to be nicer

Tate Modern is an art gallery in London, recently discovered by me. I was pleasantly surprised. It is a great place to visit and the best part is that it's totally free of charge!

Beautiful building, nice to have been there. The art there is not my thing.

Free entrance, great exhibitions

Tate is fabulous and accessible to everyone

One of my favorite places in London. Always have interesting exhibitions.

I was most excited to visit The Tate during my time in London. Sadly we found it rather disappointing. With so much incredible art in this world, one questions why The Tate has chosen such uninspired pieces. It was overall just boring. With such a large space in a world class city; we expected more. But see it for yourself, everyone experiences art differently:)

Museum for lovers of modern and contemporary art The best part of this museum is its location on the banks of the Thames. From the upper floors you can enjoy a fantastic view

It is unclear how to visit the museum

Incredible experience at Tate Modern, beautiful collection displays and so much variety. Highly recommend! Art is life :)

Lovely place to visit to be inspired and see creativity in many different forms of art.

This is one of the few places with a view of the Thames River. You have to enter the cafe to see the view, but...

It's probably because it's free, but it was sooo busy we couldn't wait to get back outside!. Still worth a visit, and it is inspirational to young minds

While the building itself is impressive, with its stunning redevelopment of what was once a power station, as a gallery of modern art, it's a curatorial mess. The pre-21st century Tate Gallery used to be a wonderful place, where you could gain a sense of the story of art and how it developed over the centuries. That sense of context and narrative is completely missing in the Tate Modern and the main collection just seems to be displayed in an ad hoc fashion, loosely link by banal attempts at "themes." Because of the Tate Modern's popularity with tourists, nobody dares to criticise this approach, but they should.

A must see. The electric dreams exhibition was unforgettable

When I went there, it happened to be the day when there was an exhibition by Lee Mi-rae, so I was really lucky. I also liked the new artists I learned. I only went to places that were free to view, so there were a lot of people, but I was able to view the exhibition without any inconvenience throughout the work. There are a lot of people on weekends, so make a reservation for paid admission in advance!

Great exhibitions but it was very crowded. Since entry is free, definitely worth a visit for art lovers!

Very nice. Free and without having to book tickets in advance.

Very interesting, although sometimes controversial

The Tate Modern is one of London’s most iconic art galleries, offering an impressive range of contemporary and modern art. Located in the former Bankside Power Station, the gallery’s vast industrial space creates a striking backdrop for its diverse exhibitions. Whether you're an art enthusiast or a casual visitor, Tate Modern has something for everyone. One of its highlights is the sheer variety of art on display. The galleries house everything from classic modernist works to cutting-edge contemporary pieces. Fans of Pop Art will enjoy works from legendary artists like Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein, whose bold colors and playful designs capture the essence of consumer culture. For those who appreciate obscure and conceptual art, Tate Modern pushes boundaries with installations that challenge perceptions and invite deep interpretation. These thought-provoking pieces, often blending media like sculpture, sound, and digital technology, provide a unique experience that lingers long after your visit. Families and younger visitors will appreciate the kids’ drawing gallery, a wonderful interactive space where children can create their own artwork inspired by the exhibitions. It’s a great way to engage young minds and introduce them to the world of art in a fun and creative environment. Beyond the exhibitions, Tate Modern also offers breathtaking views of the Thames from its top-floor viewing deck, making it worth a visit for the scenery alone. Whether you're there to admire the masterpieces or simply explore, Tate Modern is an unmissable destination for art lovers of all ages.

Members nights need to be better catered for in terms of food and drink

Museum with several modern works and incredible experiences. Great place to visit with the family.

amazing art gallery for those who love thing like that, lots of walking so be prepared. the arts where so cool, its a must visit

Love the Tate! Though chaotic at times, especially in school holidays. Get there early to get a good space in the queue. We loved the Joy of Feeling exhibition this half-term and last year loved the Yoko Ono experience.

Another freebie about London Town and great access via bus, tube, train etc. There are different activities and events that frequently change so be sure to check out the website to plan accordingly. There was a queue on entry for bag check and then a queue to use the play facilities for children. However, with toilet and plenty of space for play it made the wait less appealing. Lots of volunteers and staff around to give you a hand and help out you’ll hardly get lost. Afterwards we went down to the river via the stairs to throw pebbles into the Thames and that was a good wrap up.

Very good, if you like modern art, if not, you don't need to visit it.

I had some free time, so I went sightseeing for just 40 minutes. I was able to see the fountain, a work that changed the history of art, and works by Dali (4th floor) Although we couldn't go outside on the observation floor on the 10th floor, we could see a little bit of the scenery.

Visited today very busy as half term in the UK. I was very disappointed although it is a free attraction there was nothing to it. I would rather pay and have some interesting art pieces. Went specifically for the kids activities unfortunately very full long ques and overall lack of organisation from the establishment. They should have introduced timed slots, in 2025 you want families to wait over a hour for an exhibition. Absolutely no priorities given for disabled children in ques and overall a lack of imagination for young minds. Please make timed slots, priority in ques for disabled children and more staff in children galleries!

Lots of garbage they call art. Highlights the pieces that looked like, "My Dirty Laundry Hung on the Wall, or "What My Garage Looked Like", or "What Shape is My Poop Today". Rotting fruits and veggies displayed on rocks is not art. Don't waste your time.

Some very very very odd stuff in here! Really prefer Picasso ect to some of this very off the wall stuff! Rotting fruit really?? What about food waste really!?!?

It's OK. Has some good exh8btiobs. Members room is lovely overlooking st. Paul's cathedral but often busy and crowded. Protesters for the Jewish hostages held in Foyer, but no mention of the Genocide snd Pslestinian occupation.

I spent 4 hours looking around and it was amazing. I wish I had time to stay longer. Definitely allow a whole day or multiple visits. The installations are all really well laid out and explained. Some really impressive work by artists from many many disciplines. Amazing that you can get so close to such important works from the history of art.

I feel metaphorically molested after going here!

It was a power station, It is a modern art piece itself. And it is "mostly" free !!! Don't forget the view across the river is breathtaking:)

Amazing place. Can't believe its free for public, and to make it even better they have quite room and multi faith room on level 4. Absolutely brilliant.

Even if you don’t understand or appreciate the modern art it is never a wasted trip. Yesterday there was a peaceful demo in the turbine hall which was beautiful and moving.

Anyway it is free ticket. A place to look at some painting. Really busy on the weekends

had a wonderful time looking at the artwork, each exhibition had many many highlights. really worth going and spending some hours just enjoying the creativity :)

I have mixed feelings about this museum. Entrance is free and the museum still presents some interesting paintings, however many works (notably the famous portraits of Marilyn Monroe by Andy Warhol) are not exhibited and others are really "questionable" artistically. The building is very large for ultimately very little. Mention all the same for the staff who are very polite and who guide us correctly.

Amazing and inspiring place. Reassuring in these dark times

Best part is it is free. Please donate fiver if you can to sustain arts.

I lived this exhibition. It is very well curated, it is massive, big, interactive, playful and informative. At times it feels like an encyclopaedia and an omen of things to come in the future for us . It starts with the origins of the internet, it goes on to show us what life was like when pioneer artists were experimenting with technology available 70 years earlier, from IBM computers, to the computer languages like COBOL, Pascal, to what would then become the ancestors of the Microsoft or the Apple devices, an rea in which the Commodore 64 and a Walkman were not a reality yet . It is a powerful reminder that we need art, we need artists that have a vision, we need a vision and a sense of purpose to make sure the world we now inhabit is not submerged or declining because of an overload of fake news and too much information and data manipulated by the 1% of the multi billionaires that control the 99% of the earth resources, media, and banking systems. Please go and see it, it will put everything in perspective !

There are quite a lot of famous works. It is a charming place that you will never get tired of no matter how many times you visit.

Modern art. Divisive, fascinating, certainly impactful, if you visit London and have time it's a must see

Free museum - special exhibitions cost extra (e.g. "Electric Dreams" for £22) Visit took place on a weekday, without queuing or waiting. Entry only with bag check. Great view on the upper floor!

World-famous and free admission.

amazing but as an autistic person I found the size of the place quite overwhelming, would recommend Tate Britain for a slightly calmer experiencd

Useless museum. It's not art...a urinal painted white, 20 feet of entwined wire on a red wall and hanging rags. If they would have charged an admission fee I would have asked for reimbursement!

Interesting exhibition with very nice cafe to sit and crab some food

Great light sculpture exhibition Fantastic building and house lighting control system really helps to give the right abience

Varied range of exhibitions that ensures there is always something there to inspire.

Museum of contemporary art, don't miss it

I adore ! Those who are allergic to contemporary art should refrain.

School trip with y10s & y11s - fantastic place to visit although most of the days was travelling!!

I got stuck at the elevator for 10min. Assistance was poor from the elevator company but state Modern staff was kindly helpful.

Wonderful, amazing. Must see !!!

2nd visit to Tate Modern. The amazing modern display artifacts would bring all visitors to an extended level.

You can take the elevator up to enjoy the view, but you can’t go outside recently

Great to spend a few hours here with my sister last week. Not all of the artwork was to our taste, but we're so lucky to have free access to cultural venues in London and get to see work from mainstream artists as well as those who aren't so well-known (to me at least). We only visited the free exhibitions but noticed that you can become a member and get access to paid exhibitions too, so that would be worthwhile if you lived in or visited London on a regular basis.

On Sundays absolutely and always free, full of cool kids, kids, mums, dads, grandparents, in short the whole human panorama, I was thinking instead of those beautiful Sundays spent in mega shopping centers like zombies...

Free entry,no need to book ahead.As a converted power station.the Tate Modern is an impressively large and bright venue to display modern art and extremely large installations.

Long time wanted to return.. Bought a few stuff in shop on sale.. If nit on sale they very pricey lol. Gud exhibitions

Very nice and big gallery! Recommended.

There are many free exhibitions and a few paid exhibitions for additional viewing! The art shop is also full of very colorful items. Go in and there is a cabinet inside the door on the right. You can freely use the locker with the key inserted. One coin is required as a deposit (& lock). If this is your first time at Tate Modern and you want to see it in its entirety, we recommend starting from the 4th floor and looking down from the building inside the door on the left!

Fantastic service in the restaurant and lovely views, not forgetting the fascinating exhibits

For sure one of the best galleries for modern art ❤️

The art on display is amazing. I like particularly that it consyantly changes which means that i visit every few months to be re-inspired.

Great place to spend a rainy Sunday afternoon

Tricky thought provoking exhibition, but that's what art should do. Lovely coffee in the cafe on level 1

For those who love (modern) art, free entrance, some exhibitions do require a fee.

Great to pop in with the kids and get some culture.

A must visit every time I'm in London, if just to see what's in display in the Turbine Hall. Their paid exhibitions are often compelling, but you can also view just the free exhibits and leave feeling fulfilled.

Love that it's free great shops to have a bite lot's off expeditions and the area is great to walk around

Visited so many times and will come again! The best art gallery in London.

Very worthwhile. We thought we would only stay there for an hour, but that didn't work out. There were almost 3 of them, and we didn't see nearly everything.

Baffled, as usual, by the installations and some of the paintings are confusing. Nevertheless worth a wander round