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Is Tate Britain worth it solo?

Worth itSolo

Solo, Tate Britain works.

While crowds pile into Tate Modern, this is where you can actually stand alone in front of a Turner or a Hockney. The honest catch: it's a quieter, more traditional hang — if you wanted edgy contemporary spectacle, you're at the wrong Tate.

Price
Free (special exhibitions ~£18)
Time
1.5–2 hrs
Last verified
2026-06-17
Is Tate Britain worth it…
How we verified
  • Holds the Turner Bequest of roughly 38,000 works on paper and 300 oil paintings · model-knowledge
  • Permanent collection is free; linked to Tate Modern by the Tate Boat · model-knowledge
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