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Tate Britain

London, Greater London · 4.7 · 26,248 visitor reviews

London, SW1P 4RG

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About

Tate Britain offers a range of activities for children and adults to explore together. These include any-time activities for families with children, plus drop-in and ticketed special activities for weekends and school holidays. At Tate Britain the Art Trolley is open every weekend throughout the year, and everyday this August!

Visit and discover imaginative and weird and wonderful materials. You can build a sculpture, draw something that catches your eye or even create a pretty collage. Pose for a picture with your art work and then check out Tate's website through the link to see if your work has been published online!

Good for: older children, teenagers, young children

Categories

Facilities

  • Onsite Parking
  • Toilets
  • Baby Changing
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Entrance

Prices

Free entry

Opening times

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Common questions

How much does it cost to visit Tate Britain?

Entry to Tate Britain is completely free, which is brilliant for families on a budget. You can explore the galleries and collections without spending a penny, though special exhibitions sometimes have an admission charge.

What are the opening times for Tate Britain?

The museum is open daily from 10am to 6pm. That gives you plenty of time to explore the galleries, especially at weekends when they often have extra family activities on.

Is Tate Britain suitable for young children?

Yes, they cater brilliantly for young children, older children, and teenagers. At weekends they have the Art Trolley with hands-on activities, plus regular family workshops that make British art accessible and fun for kids.

Are there facilities for babies and toddlers at Tate Britain?

Absolutely - there are baby changing facilities and the museum is wheelchair accessible throughout. There's also on-site parking if you need it, making it easier to visit with little ones.

What will children learn at Tate Britain?

They'll discover British art from the 1500s to the present day through interactive family activities. The Art Trolley sessions at weekends are particularly good for getting kids engaged with art in a hands-on way rather than just looking at paintings.

What families say

4.7

26248 reviews