Set on the banks of the River Thames, the Tate Modern offers a wide range of modern & contemporary art from 1900. Offering FREE entry to the public, this is a great way to enjoy a visit to London on a budget plus enjoy views over London.
Tate Modern Viewing Tower
Ideally placed on the banks of the River Thames, Tate Modern now offers visitors an opportunity to appreciate London’s skyline before delving into works of art. Whilst the exterior viewing tower remains closed to the public, you can still gain views across London from the glass fronted interior areas. The balcony has been out of operation for quite some time with little to suggest it’s likely to reopen anytime soon. The internal views are less substantial that you would find from the balcony but, for those in the area, it’s worth popping up to take a look.
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Tate Modern; Viewing Tower
Enjoy views over the London skyline for FREE with a visit to the Blavatnik Building within the Tate Modern. Take the lift to the 10th floor and discover a unique perspective over London from the banks of the River Thames. Whilst the exterior balcony originally offered a 360-degree perspective over London, the internal views are more limited.
Level 10 offers good views of top visitor attractions such as St Paul’s Cathedral, River Thames, Millennium Bridge & The Shard. Once you have entered the Tate Modern, head for the Blavatnik Building & take the dedicated lift up to the tenth floor to enjoy the view. You’ll find a small cafe & seating situated on level 10 for snacks & drinks.
Whilst there is a small suggested donation to help cover costs, ultimately the choice is yours as there’s no formal entry charges in place to either the Tate Modern or the Viewing Tower. Always worth checking to see if viewing tower has opened to the public.
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The Tate Modern Viewing Platform; Top Tips
1. These views over London work best for visitors that know their sights as there is no signage available for those either viewing from the glass fronted interior or the balacony.
2. Whilst entry to the Tate Modern & Viewing Tower remain FREE of charge, there is a small suggested donation to help cover costs.
3. Look out for the Kitchen & Bar, (East Room), located on Level 6 of the Boiler House where you can enjoy anything from a simple coffee to a glass of fizz with fantastic views across the Thames. This is a popular spot so for a better chance of securing a seat try to avoid particularly busy times.
4. For more money saving ideas to take in views over the city follow our Budget Views of London Guide.
