Tate Liverpool
British and international modern and contemporary art
Opening times
Monday to Sunday 10.00–17.50
Exhibitions
Op Art in Focus
A dazzling display from pioneering artists of the 1960s to today
Free displays
Constellations: Highlights from the Nation's Collection of Modern Art
Wassily Kandinsky: Cossacks 1910-1
A display of artworks which capture the harmony of music, colour and spirituality
Events
Mega Models
Spend your Easter holidays with us. Enjoy free, family-friendly activities
Off the Wall: Make your own op art wallpaper
Create your own op art-inspired block printed wallpaper in this four-week course
Art 360: After Dark
Join us as we open the entire gallery space after dark for a one-off immersive art and sound experience
Getting Here
Address
Tate LiverpoolRoyal Albert Dock Liverpool
Liverpool L3 4BB
Directions
ON FOOT
Approaching from the Strand, turn onto the Salthouse Dock opposite the Hilton Hotel. Continue straight on passing the Pumphouse Inn on the right and the Maritime Museum on the left. The quickest route to us is across the Hartley Bridge. This bridge can sometimes be closed to pedestrians with very little notice to allow boats into the Albert Dock. These closures are generally only for a short time.
BY BIKE
Bike racks are located in the Mermaid Courtyard, adjacent to Tate Liverpool.
BY BUS
Liverpool ONE Bus Station on Canning Street is directly opposite the Albert Dock, approximately 365 metres from Tate Liverpool. Route C4 also stops at the Albert Dock.
BY TRAIN
The nearest train station to Tate Liverpool is James Street station, Liverpool L27PQ (720 metres approx.). For travel within Merseyside plan your journey at merseyrail.org. Mainline rail tickets to Liverpool Lime Street station are valid for travel to James Street Station.
BY FERRY
Mersey Ferries from Seacombe and Woodside on the Wirral call at the Pier Head (960 metres approx.). Access from the Pier Head to the gallery is via The Strand.
BY CAR
To get to Tate Liverpool, follow the brown signs to the Waterfront.
The following car park is near Tate Liverpool:
Q-Park Liverpool ONE, with 2,000 underground spaces: 35 Strand Street, Liverpool L1 8LT. Visitors to Tate Liverpool can park at Q Park and receive a 50% discount on parking for up to 24 hours. Ask for a voucher from a member of staff when visiting the gallery.
BY COACH
Coach parking is available at the Kings Dock Car and Coach Park, near to Tate Liverpool. More information for drivers www.albertdock.com.
BY SHOPMOBILITY
Visitors may also like to make use of Liverpool’s Shopmobility service, on the third floor of the Liverpool ONE shopping centre. Equipment must be booked in advance and there is a charge.l. More information for drivers www.liverpool-one.com.
Plan your visit
Family Visits
Find out about what's on offer for families at Tate Liverpool and make the most out of your visit
School Visits to Tate Liverpool
Bring your class to Tate Liverpool for free
Collection on display
Donald Rodney In the House of My Father
Bridget Riley Untitled [Fragment 5/8]
John Minton Children by the Sea
Eva Hesse Tomorrow’s Apples (5 in White)
Getting Started
Op Art
Does this picture make your eyes go funny? Don't worry it's not you – it's op art!
A guide to slow looking
Be amazed by the discoveries you can make when you look longer at art
Admission Information
Entry details
Admission to Tate Liverpool is free, except for special exhibitions. Become a Tate Member or Patron and get free entry to special exhibitions.
Security
We take security very seriously. Read more about our approach to safety and rules for the gallery.