# Tate Britain — London, United Kingdom

> Founded by sugar magnate Henry Tate in 1897 as the National Gallery of British Art, the building was rechristened Tate Britain in 2000 when the modern collection moved across the river.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Admission: ✓ Free standard admission
- Address: Millbank, London SW1P 4RG, United Kingdom
- Time needed: 2–3 hours
- Official website: https://www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-britain
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Ophelia — Sir John Everett Millais · 1851–1852
- The Lady of Shalott — John William Waterhouse · 1888
- Norham Castle, Sunrise — J.M.W. Turner · c. 1845
- Three Studies for Figures at the Base of a Crucifixion — Francis Bacon · 1944
- The Cholmondeley Ladies — Unknown English artist · c. 1600–1610

## FAQ
**Is there a boat between Tate Britain and Tate Modern?**
Yes, the Tate-to-Tate boat shuttles regularly along the Thames.

**Where are the Turners shown?**
The Clore Gallery, designed by James Stirling, holds the Turner Bequest.

**How long should I spend at Tate Britain?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Tate Britain best known for?**
Founded by sugar magnate Henry Tate in 1897 as the National Gallery of British Art, the building was rechristened Tate Britain in 2000 when the modern collection moved across the river. Key highlights include Turner Bequest — 300 paintings in the Clore Gallery, Pre-Raphaelites — Millais, Rossetti, Waterhouse, Hogarth and eighteenth-century satirical art.

**How do I get tickets for Tate Britain?**
✓ Free standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-britain

**How does Tate Britain differ from Tate Modern?**
Tate Britain holds British art from 1500 to today — Turner, Constable, the Pre-Raphaelites, Bacon, Hockney. Tate Modern, across the river, holds international modern and contemporary art from 1900 onwards — Picasso, Warhol, Bourgeois. Both are free. The Tate-to-Tate boat connects them.

**Where are the Turners?**
The Clore Gallery on the lower level houses the Turner Bequest — over 300 paintings and thousands of watercolours. Stirling's postmodern architecture creates intimate rooms for Turner's luminous late works. It is the highlight of any Tate Britain visit.

**Is the Turner Prize always at Tate Britain?**
The Turner Prize alternates between Tate Britain and other UK venues. When at Tate Britain, shortlisted works are displayed in autumn (October–January). Check tate.org.uk for the current venue and dates.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/tate-britain/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.