Warhol to Banksy: Tate Modern & Street Art Private Tour

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover contemporary art and vibrant street culture on this private walking tour of London’s Tate Modern and Southbank. Begin at Millennium Bridge with iconic Thames views before enjoying a 1.5-hour guided tour of the Tate Modern, housed in a striking former power station. Inside, explore modern masterpieces by Warhol, Picasso, Hirst, Dali, and more. Then stroll along the Thames to the Southbank Centre, Europe’s largest arts complex, famed for its Brutalist architecture and creative energy. Visit the Undercroft, the birthplace of UK skateboarding and street art, and see murals on Hungerford Bridge and Lionel Stanhope’s NHS tribute. End your tour in the Leake Street Arches—a vibrant, ever-changing graffiti tunnel launched by Banksy in 2008. From world-class galleries to underground art, this tour is a journey through London’s cutting-edge creativity.

What's Included

Tate Modern guided tour
A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places.
Transportation
Hotel pickup/drop-off
Food and drink
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you at the entrance of GAIL's Bakery Blackfriars located at One Blackfriars Rd, London SE1 9PB.

End point

Leake Street Arches. The finish point will be close to public transport and taxi links, and your guide will assist with advising you on your journey.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    London

    From Warhol to Banksy, explore the world-famous Tate Modern museum, a converted power station on the banks of the River Thames, followed by a stroll through the creative hub of London’s Southbank for stunning views, spectacular Brutalist architecture and London’s best street art. Begin your tour at the Millennium Bridge with stunning views along the river.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Tate Modern

    Walk to the Tate Modern, and enjoy an expertly guided 1.5-hour tour of this famous treasure trove of contemporary art. See world-famous art - paintings, sculpture, installations, performances, and video - by a vast range of artists, including Picasso, Rothko, Warhol, Dali, Chiriko, Beuys, Fontana, Hirst, Barlow, Gallagher and more.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Southbank

    Visit the colourful Undercroft of Southbank, the birthplace of British skateboarding and political street art, and see the street art on Hungerford Bridge.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Leake Street Arches

    Finally, head beneath the streets and rumbling platforms of London’s Waterloo Station to discover Southbank’s hidden treasure trove of street art and graffiti: the Leake Street Arches and Street Art tunnels started by none other than Banksy in 2008.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Street Art Tour
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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