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Tate Britain
Located on Millbank in London's City of Westminster, Tate Britain is an art gallery that serves as part of the broader Tate network. Founded by Sir Henry Tate, the institution holds a major collection of British art spanning from the Tudor period to the present, featuring an extensive selection of works by J. M. W. Turner.
Planning your visit
Free admission
FreeNo ticket needed for the permanent collection.
Admission to the collection is always free; no booking needed.
Special exhibitions require a separate ticket.
Headline exhibitions are ticketed and sold by Tate only; prices vary by show (roughly GBP 15-25). Members enter free; 16-25 year olds pay GBP 5 via Tate Collective.
Where to stay
Last verified August 26, 2026
Upcoming
Opens 12 Nov
Vanessa Bell & Duncan Grant: Inside Bloomsbury
Opens 24 Mar 2027
Sonia Boyce
Opens 20 May 2027
Thomas Gainsborough
Opens 7 Oct 2027
David Hockney
Tate Britain · London
October 7, 2027 – February 20, 2028
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Opens 18 Nov 2027
The Tudors
Before you go
Visiting Tate Britain — common questions
What exhibitions are on at Tate Britain right now?
2 special exhibitions are on at Tate Britain right now: James McNeill Whistler (until September 27, 2026) and Art Now: Mohammed Z Rahman (until November 8, 2026). 6 further shows are already announced, starting with The 90s: Art and Fashion on October 8, 2026.
Is Tate Britain free?
Yes — admission to Tate Britain is free. Admission to the collection is always free; no booking needed.
Do I need to book Tate Britain tickets in advance?
No. Advance booking is not required at Tate Britain.
Are special exhibitions included in Tate Britain admission?
Special exhibitions require a separate ticket. Headline exhibitions are ticketed and sold by Tate only; prices vary by show (roughly GBP 15-25). Members enter free; 16-25 year olds pay GBP 5 via Tate Collective.
What time does Tate Britain open?
Tate Britain is open Monday to Sunday 10:00–18:00. Last entry 17.30 and galleries begin closing at 17.50.