Tate Britain Tours and Activities

Let technology lead the way and take a tour when you want with this self-guided tour of London the provides directions and commentary through your Smart Phone and right into your earbuds. Use the system without eating up any Smart Phone data and explore at your own pace while learning about London’s history, heritage, culture, traditions, and landmarks.

Hear the stories behind historic works of art and learn more about the modern masters from your private guide on this tour of three incredible London art galleries. Explore works by da Vinci, Rembrandt and Van Gogh at the National Gallery; see impressive paintings of significant historical figures at the National Portrait Gallery; walk the vast Turbine Hall at Tate Modern. With your guide by your side, you don’t need to rely on gallery audio guides – just ask your guide all your questions!

Explore the extensive art collections of Tate Britain and Tate Modern with professional Fine Artist Lou Smith. Lou exhibits her work both nationally and internationally. Enjoy a free river boat journey between the two venues and absorb the architectural delights of history and tradition contrasted against modern Britain. - Entry to both Tate galleries and all Special Exhibitions included free - Complimentary entry to members rooms at both Tate's - Examine works of art anew through the eyes of artist Lou Smith - Boat ride included in the price. - Bespoke private tour – your choices – your timing. Tate Britain houses a collection of British art from the 1540’s to the present along with major special exhibitions. The boat takes you past river landmarks like Westminster and London Eye. Tate Modern houses International modern art and is one of the most visited Galleries in Europe.

From the 15th century to contemporary works, the Tate Britain is the world's leading museum of British Art! Your enthusiastic and engaging private guide is for your group only. They will answer all your questions and bring the fascinating history of British Art to life! Explore the beautiful galleries of the Tate Britain on the banks of the River Thames. Hear the stories behind the masterpieces, learn how they were made, and discover the history of Britain itself through it's major artworks. Whether you are an art expert or a novice, we tailor our tours to you! Works to be seen (if not on loan) include pieces by William Hogarth, Sir Joshua Reynolds, JMW Turner, John Constable, Sir Jon Everett Millais, Dante, Gabriel Rossetti, John Singer Sargent, Walter Sickert, Ben Nicholson, Francis Bacon, Barbara Hepworth, Henry Moore, David Hockney, and more!

CHOOSING THE SOUTH TOUR WILL PROVIDE A CAPTIVATING EXPERIENCE. ONCE WE LEAVE THE HUB YOU ARE INSTANTLY TRAVELING THROUGH WHITEHALL WHERE YOU GET TO SEE THE QUEEN’S GUARD, 10 DOWNING STREET AND MUCH MORE BEFORE THE STUNNING BIG BEN, HOUSE OF PARLIAMENT AND WESTMINSTER ABBEY APPEAR ON THE HORIZON. YOU WILL GET THE OPPORTUNITY TO DELVE INTO SOUTHBANK WHERE YOU GET FAMILIAR WITH ROYAL NATIONAL THEATRE, TATE MODERN, SHAKESPEARE GLOBE, THE FAMOUS BOROUGH MARKET AND OF COURSE THE SHARD BEFORE DRIVING OVER TOWER BRIDGE AND THROUGH UPPER THAMES STREET WHERE YOU WITNESS THE BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF THE RIVER THAMES AND THE SOUTHBANK. FINALLY, WE WILL REACH TRAFALGAR SQUARE THROUGH NORTHUMBERLAND AVENUE. FURTHERMORE, BY TAKING SOUTH TOUR, YOU WILL OBSERVE SITES SUCH AS TATE BRITAIN, LAMBETH PALACE, MI5 BUILDINGS AND MUCH MORE.

This is the very best way to see the London Christmas Lights. The Lights are mainly in London’s vibrant West End, along the iconic shopping routes such as Oxford Street, Regent Street and Bond Street. We also see superb lights in Mayfair, Trafalgar Square, the Thames Embankment and Westminster. The car is an electric powered 6 seater, with a glass, panoramic roof and is solely for the use of your group. We can stop wherever you like for photos and I have a fabulous route planned out, which we can alter as we go along to let you see whatever you like. I am an experienced London Cabbie and qualified Tour Guide, so I’ll tell you loads of interesting facts and stories about London too.

We provide bespoke, friendly and informative guided visits to suit all clients, ensuring that your tour will be as entertaining as it is informative. We enjoy sharing our experience of the collections and our knowledge of the works of art, bringing to life the history and the highlights of the gallery, making your visit very special and memorable. Because the tour will be your private party, you will be free to ask any questions and make requests regarding the direction of the tour.