Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern
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Is Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern worth booking?
Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern is a 1-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $29 per person. It scores 39 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 2.6/5 rating across 17 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 39 / 100
- Rating
- 2.6/5 (17)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $29 per person
Frida: The Making of an Icon will showcase over 30 of Kahlo’s most iconic works that introduce her ‘many selves’ – the dedicated wife, the intellectual, the modern artist, and the political activist. Alongside treasured
What you get
- Guided Tour of Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition
- Entrance to Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition
About this experience
Frida: The Making of an Icon will showcase over 30 of Kahlo’s most iconic works that introduce her ‘many selves’ – the dedicated wife, the intellectual, the modern artist, and the political activist. Alongside treasured garments, jewellery, photographs and memorabilia, there are over 200 works by her contemporaries and the artists she inspired from later generations, celebrating her lasting impact on those who continue to reimagine and reclaim her remarkable story. The show will culminate by exploring ‘Fridamania’. Kahlo’s transformation into a global brand will feature more than 200 commercial objects that encompass her art, image, style and persona. Encounter a journey entirely unique to this fearless, revolutionary artist, one that offers a fascinating insight into the transformative power of Frida’s life and work, the intriguing notion of fandom and the diversity of communities who claim her as their own. The tour group is no more than 15 people.
What's included
Included
- Guided Tour of Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition
- Entrance to Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition
Not included
- Tate Modern has no entrance fee, however, some exhibitions have an additional charge
What you'll see and do
Tate Modern
Join this one hour tour with a Tate Expert Guide to explore the work and influence of Frida Kahlo: The Making of an Icon. Discover the extraordinary story of how Frida Kahlo became one of the most influential artists of all time, a cultural phenomenon, and an internationally recognised commercial icon. Price includes admission to the exhibition and the one hour tour. The tour group is no more than 15 people. The tour is suitable for ages 7+. Image Credit: Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition, Tate Modern 25 June 2026 – 3 January 2027 Frida Kahlo (Mexican, 1907–1954), Untitled [Self-portrait with thorn necklace and hummingbird], 1940. Oil on canvas mounted to board. Nickolas Muray Collection of Mexican Art, 66.6. Harry Ransom Center.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Meeting Point: entrance to the exhibition on Level 3 Natalie Bell Building where you will be issued with headset to hear the guide clearly in the exhibition. Please arrive 30 minutes early to exchange your voucher for a Tate ticket at the Turbine Hall ticket Desk.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meeting Point: entrance to the exhibition on Level 3 Natalie Bell Building where you will be issued with headset to hear the guide clearly in the exhibition. Please arrive 30 minutes early to exchange your voucher for a Tate ticket at the Turbine Hall ticket Desk.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tate
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Awful - barely any Kahlo pieces
Awful - only a few actual painting by the artist, and only one that is recognisable. Mostly just photos of people copying her look and poses. I spent about 30mins trying to see the odd exhibit behind hundreds of other people.
via Tripadvisor
Good but not great
It’s impossible to see frida’s artwork in the UK usually so it was really good to see some of her work at the Tate modern. However, there wasn’t a great deal of her own artwork and a lot of other artists’ work or their impressions of her work. Whilst I’m still really glad I went it could have been better and the centrally displayed items, like her jewellery, could’ve been shown better.
via Tripadvisor
Very disappointed FRIDA EXHIBITION
Visited to see Frida Khalo exhibition. As a fan of her art and only seen it in books and films, was hoping to see her paintings. Was sadly disappointed. A very few of her art work was over taken by everybody else's art on a Frida! So dissatisfied with the very little Frida paintings - and she has hundreds - but not in this exhibition! Not sure why the curator thought when putting together a Frida exhibition, we would not want to see Frida's amazing art and lots of unknowns art ! Very, very disappointed. We were inundated with fake Fridas and the shop is full of fridamania! Such a shame to think we were going to see the fabulous art of Frida Kahol - instead others and a very few Frida pieces.
via Tripadvisor
TATE Modern, Customer service Zero and a Rort.
The website showed the exhibition was on so we went and stood in a very short line to purchase tickets. When we finally got to the counter after 40 minutes we were told tickets were sold out for that exhibition but if we purchased a Tate Modern annual membership which is 5 times the ticket price we could go in. When we said no, we will come back tomorrow we were told that the exhibition was sold out for the entire week and the only way we could see the exhibition is if we bought an annual membership. There were no signs saying sold out, there was no one telling people waiting in line that it was sold out, there was no mention on website being sold out, staff deliberately made people line up to get a hard sell of an annual membership. Staff service is zero, slow and pushy and would not recommend the TATE Modern in London to anyone.
via Tripadvisor
Too many visitors in the exhibition
We had hoped that going to this exhibition on a weekday morning would mean avoiding large crowds. We went into the exhibition at 11:00 (Tate Modern opens at 10:00), but the first few rooms were already full of people, making it difficult to see the art works or read the captions. We came out of the exhibition about 50 minutes later, and noticed the long queue of people waiting to go in. I just hope they managed to see something. As for the exhibition itself, the information on the Tate website does state that many of the art works on display are by her contemporaries and other artists she inspired. The commercial objects inspired by Frida Kahlo were interesting to see (they could be seen because that particular room was not crowded with people). Luckily we have Tate membership, so will make another attempt to see this exhibition. If Tate required members to book a free timed ticket, perhaps the number of people in their exhibitions would be better controlled.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat
- Price range
- $29 to $49
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 39
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern cost?
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Prices start at $29 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 39 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (2.6/5 across 17 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Frida: The Making of an Icon Exhibition Tour at Tate Modern start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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