Tate Modern Tours

Check off all your must-visit sights on a full-day private London walking tour – ideal for first-time visitors or families. Learn about London’s rich history as you pass landmarks like Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Trafalgar Square, pose for photos by Tower Bridge and watch the Changing of The Guard at Buckingham Palace. Customise your tour to suit your interests and enjoy the undivided attention of your guide, with time to see the Tate Modern, St Paul's Cathedral and The Shard, or sample street food at Borough Market.

Admire some great British and international art on this 3.5-hour private tour of London’s Tate Britain and Tate Modern. With a private art-expert guide, admire each gallery’s highlights, and enjoy a sightseeing boat trip along the Thames River in between. Visit the Tate Britain, home to Britain’s national collection of paintings from the 16th century to ogle masterpieces by Turner, Constable, Hockney and others. Later, explore the spectacular Tate Modern and see pieces by artists such as Picasso, Matisse, Rothko and more as your guide provides expert insight into each.

The Harry Potter series of books has raised a legion of devoted followers, so it seems appropriate that there's a Harry Potter tour of London. This 3-hour voyage takes in many of the on-location London sites that were used during filming. Visit the Ministry of Magic, the road where the Leaky Cauldron was located, and even a shop just like Honeydukes. Bonus: you'll see real-world landmarks, too, such as St Paul's Cathedral, the Tate Modern and Millennium Bridge, not to mention King's Cross Station and the famous Platform 9 ¾.

Gain deeper insight into the works at London’s Tate Modern art gallery than you would independently, and ensure you cover its highlights on this private tour. With a personal guide, walk through the halls to see everything from Mondrian’s geometrics to Warhol’s pop art. Hear analysis on each work, including details of its creator—background that you might miss if visiting alone. A choice of time slots provides useful flexibility.

Have a more rewarding visit to London's Tate Modern on this guided tour. In a small group of no more than 10 people, you have plenty of opportunities to ask questions about the artworks and the 19th-century power plant that houses the modern art museum. See works by Picasso, Dalí, and Warhol in the permanent collection and also learn about the many temporary exhibits that the museum has displayed in its relatively short history.

Ideal for travelers seeking an alternative experience of London, this 3.5-hour bike tour allows you to stray from the beaten path and discover local London. Focusing on the lesser-known east side of the city, this tour covers the Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, and the industrial Dockyards. Browse enticing food stalls at Borough Market, cycle across the iconic Tower Bridge, and admire the latest additions to London’s skyline, including The London Shard and The Gherkin. 

See the best of London without the stress of rigid tour times and massive crowds on this hop-on hop-off bus tour. With your flexible, single-day pass, pick any date you’d like to hop aboard the double-decker, open-top bus for a comfortable sightseeing excursion. Great for kids and adults, your pass offers three route options with stops at main attractions like Big Ben, the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace and more. Bonus features include three city walking tours, a River Thames cruise and local discounts.

Discover London’s top sights for one low price with the London Pass. Choose a 1-, 2-, 3-, 4- or 5-, 6- day pass, and enjoy free entrance to more than 80 attractions including skip-the-line access to Kensington Palace and London Zoo. Your London sightseeing pass also includes a hop-on hop-off bus ticket and valuable shopping and dining discounts.

Step into a wonderland of wizardry on this 2.5-hour Harry Potter walking tour. Trek through muggle-run London to visit beloved literary and cinematic landmarks such as Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, and Platform 9¾. Along the way, enjoy Harry Potter trivia, and visit famous locations that inspired J.K. Rowling's epic book series. This is a magical tour for Harry Potter fans of all ages and a great activity for family vacations in London.

Take to the Thames for a sparkling 2.5-hour river dinner cruise past London’s waterfront sights, with live music included. Choose to sail on the handsome ‘Harmony’ or stunning ‘Symphony’ cruiser at two different departure times, and settle at your table to savor a delectable 4-course gourmet dinner. Admire floodlit city sights such as Tower Bridge, the London Eye and Big Ben as you eat and relax, and enjoy enchanting live jazz from the onboard band. Then, if you wish, wrap up your memorable Thames dinner cruise with after-dinner dancing.

Discover London’s main riverside attractions by boat with a 40-minute Thames River cruise and optional London Eye flight. You’ll witness the city’s great contrasts as you pass historic sites such as Big Ben, St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Tower of London, and contemporary landmarks like the Tate Modern and the sleek Millennium Bridge. After your cruise, take a 30-minute ride in the London Eye for sweeping city views (upgrade required).

Admire London from the air and water with this combined Thames River sightseeing cruise and London Eye ticket, for one great-value price. Avoid the main lines at the London Eye and absorb the spectacular views over London’s skyline during your approximately 30-minute flight in a shared capsule. Couple your aerial sightseeing with a leisurely London cruise along the Thames on the same day. Board a comfortable sightseeing boat, and take in wonderful views of top London landmarks such as Big Ben and the Tower of London from the river.

Combine London’s riverside landmarks with a delicious 3-course meal on this 1.5-hour lunchtime sightseeing cruise along the Thames River. Escape the city’s midday crowds, and relax as you admire the iconic sights ranged along the riverbanks. Enjoy stellar views of the London Eye, Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre and more; all as you savor a starter, main course and dessert freshly conjured up by the expert onboard chefs. A delightful way to spend lunchtime in London with family and friends or to celebrate a special occasion.

Enjoy a delicious meal and be serenaded by live jazz on this relaxing 2.5-hour Sunday lunch cruise on the Thames River in London. Step aboard a comfortable sightseeing cruise boat and sip on a welcome drink as you sail by top London sights such as Big Ben, the London Eye, Tower Bridge and many other iconic landmarks. As you cruise, sit down to a delicious 3-course lunch and kick back to sparkling jazz classics including easy listening, Dixieland and trad jazz numbers played by a band of acclaimed musicians.

Uncover the secrets of wizardry and witchcraft in London on this entertaining 2-hour Harry Potter walking tour. Recreate your favorite scenes at filming locations from the Harry Potter movies, including the Leaky Cauldron and the Ministry of Magic. Pass London landmarks like St Paul’s Cathedral, the Millennium Bridge and the Leadenhall Market, as your guide fills you in on insider facts and trivia about the iconic books and movies.

Combine two of London’s top experiences with an entrance ticket to St Paul’s Cathedral and a Thames River sightseeing cruise. With your 24-hour cruise pass, you can hop on or hop off your boat at three conveniently located piers. See iconic London sights like the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye from the water, and then pay a visit to St Paul’s Cathedral. Admire the elaborate beauty of the cathedral floor, see the tombs of historic figures in the crypt, and ascend to the Golden Gallery for spectacular views.

Make the most of your time in London with a sightseeing cruise along the River Thames! Aboard a high-speed catamaran, ride the river in comfort and view main city attractions like the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, the Tower of London, Tate Modern and St. Paul’s Cathedral. Hop on and off all day with a flexible 24-hour ticket!

Combine admission to the British clipper ship ‘Cutty Sark’ with a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames. See major London landmarks with your 24-hour pass to the hop-on, hop-off river cruise, departing from four piers every 30 minutes. Then step aboard the world’s last surviving tea clipper for an awe-inspiring look at the fastest ship of the 19th century.

See many of London’s major highlights in just a short amount of time—and tweak your itinerary to fit your interests—on a private tour of the city, led by a long-time London resident. Pick morning or afternoon tour times and meet your guide in the city’s Pimlico neighborhood. Choose to see major landmarks, art museums, bustling neighborhoods, and more. You’ll also head off the tourist track to explore locals-frequented areas and venues, and will learn insider tips about the city from your guide.

Combine admission to two popular London attractions: Shakespeare's Globe Theatre and a sightseeing cruise on the River Thames. Learn about Elizabethan London on a guided tour of the reconstructed theater and see how Shakespeare's plays were staged at the Globe Exhibition. During a hop-on, hop-off river cruise, you’ll view major landmarks such as Big Ben and London Eye.

Sightsee in London with a money-saving ticket that combines a hop-on hop-off Original Tour bus with entry to Madam Tussauds, the iconic waxwork museum. The family-friendly combo ticket lets you discover the capital with ease: Explore with three different hop-on hop-off bus routes, see the sights from the water on a Thames River cruise, and brush shoulders with celebrities at Madam Tussauds.

Float down the River Thames and go underground with entrance to London Dungeon during this combination tour in London. Ride a boat through the city, hopping on and off at any of the four piers along the route to explore different parts of the city. See important landmarks like the London Eye, London Bridge, Big Ben and Trafalgar Square. At London Dungeon, wade deep into London's murky (and murderous) history, which includes Jack the Ripper, King Henry VIII and the infamous 'gong farmer'. This flexible tour allows you to explore the attractions at your own pace.

Explore London on two wheels during this nighttime bike tour. When its famous landmarks light up as the sun goes down, London comes to life with locals out for the evening. You’ll pass by attractions like Tower Bridge and St Paul’s Cathedral, enjoying plenty of photo ops.

Checking off London’s top sights is one thing; but discovering its hidden gems independently is quite another. This private tour lets you do both, with a guide to show you the must-sees as well as tucked-away sights that many visitors overlook. View Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and other landmarks, and go off-grid to find old prisons, cemeteries, and other secret places, all as your guide reveals their stories and secrets.