
Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide
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Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide worth booking?
Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide is a 2.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $29 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $29 per person
If your are passionate about art and you are in London, a visit to the Tate modern is an absolute must! Contemporary art can be difficult to understand, and a guided tour is an excellent way to discover more about the mo
What you get
About this experience
If your are passionate about art and you are in London, a visit to the Tate modern is an absolute must! Contemporary art can be difficult to understand, and a guided tour is an excellent way to discover more about the most famous works of art hosted at the Tate Modern!
What's included
Included
- Art/historian guide
- Private guide
- Blue Badge Guide
- Private Tour
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
What you'll see and do
Tate Modern
The Tate Modern art gallery is one of London's most popular attractions, housed in the former Bankside Power Station, south of the Millennium Bridge in the City of London. This fantastic art gallery displays some splendid works of art created by some of the early 20th century's most talented artists. The exhibition is arranged according to theme and succeeds in being both beautiful and inspiring. Its large size and the numerous collections on display can make visiting the Tate Modern by yourself confusing and overwhelming. Therefore, a guided tour is the perfect way to explore this vibrant and breathtaking art galley which includes masterpieces by, among others, Picasso and Matisse, and houses one of the world's finest collections of Surrealism. Your tour guide, a knowledgeable art enthusiast, will share her/his expertise with you, and by the and of the tour you will feel like you have a much better understanding of modern art.
150 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Meet your guide INSIDE THE TURBINE HALL, level 0, by the INFORMATION DESK. Your guide will be showing a sign with your name.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet your guide INSIDE THE TURBINE HALL, level 0, by the INFORMATION DESK. Your guide will be showing a sign with your name.
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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Raphael Tours & Events
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Modern art is a trip
Wonderful tour, excellent guide. Knowledgeable and outgoing. The Rothko room was an overwhelming experience. Introduced to Martin Kippenberger, who is hilarious. Highly recommend.
via Viator
Tate Modern
It was our second guided tour with Adrian in London. He is such a great storyteller and is passionate about art and history. We truly enjoyed our time at the Tate Modern and gained so much insight. We couldn’t have learned do much without him!
via Viator
Terrific Experience
Really a wonderful tour with Maurizio of the Tate, exploring and explaining the most interesting aspects of the museum
via Viator
Tate Modern
Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, and made our tour interactive and exciting. I definitely recommend this tour
via Viator
Couldn’t have been better!
Natalya was an excellent guide! She was very knowledgeable and was a complete pleasure to spend a few hours with. Highly recommend!!!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $29 to $470
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide 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 Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours 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 Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 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 Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide?
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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 Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide?
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Around 2 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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tate Modern Private Tour in London with Blue Badge Guide 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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