“One of the world’s greatest art museums” The Guardian
Why we love it
Enjoy a privately guided tour of Tate Modern, Britain's national museum of modern and contemporary art from around the world. Housed in the former Bankside Power Station on the banks of the Thames, the remarkable museum houses art ranging from Picasso to Warhol. Following the tour, experience London's contemporary dining scene at Restaurant Story; the nearby Michelin-starred restaurant described by The Telegraph as "beyond faultless, in a territory of inventiveness that, like a dream, I wouldn't want to fault".
What's Included?
- Enjoy a privately guided one-hour tour of the collection highlights at Tate Modern for two people
- Followed by a 'Four Chapter' multi-course lunch at the nearby Michelin-starred restaurant, Restaurant Story
- Priced for two people, but larger groups can be priced on request - contact Truly for details
Exclusive to TRULY
- Take home a souvenir menu signed by Chef Tom Sellers, in this package exclusively available through Truly
Description
Tate Modern, Britain's national museum of modern and contemporary art is located on the banks of the Thames River. Housed in the former Bankside Power Station, the remarkable Turbine Hall is a vast and iconic space known for large-scale sculpture and site-specific installation art, which runs the length of the entire building.
The Turbine Hall has hosted some of the world’s most memorable and acclaimed works of contemporary art, including; Cézanne, Bonnard, Matisse, Picasso, Rothko, Dalí, Pollock, Warhol and Bourgeois. The way artists have interpreted this space has transformed public perceptions of contemporary art in the twenty-first century. Enjoy a privately-guided tour of either the collection highlights or a special exhibition of your choice.
Following the contemporary art tour, discover London's ground-breaking contemporary dining scene at nearby Michelin-starred masterpiece, Restaurant Story. Headed up by Chef Tom Sellers - who honed his craft in the world-renowned kitchens of Noma and Per Se - Story was awarded its coveted Michelin star within just five months of opening in April 2013.
The premise of the restaurant is to tell their story through the food they serve; using sight, smell and taste to take diners on a culinary journey inspired by Sellers’ career and the history of British food. Lauded by The Telegraph's Zoe Williams for a menu which "puts the epic into epicurean", the team at Restaurant Story use the freshest seasonal produce to create a groundbreaking and novel dining experience.
Guests can look forward to a 'Four Chapter' premium lunch menu, which spans multiple courses across a range of themes such as 'childhood', 'land' and 'sea'. Seasonally-changing dishes regularly featuring on the menu include Story's signature bread and dripping; potato and coal; and almond and dill to finish.
Sample 'Four Chapter' Premium Lunch Menu:
- Foreword Snacks
- Chapter I, Childhood:
Bread and dripping;
Onion and gin - Chapter II, Sea:
Razor clam;
Scallops - Chapter III, Land:
Potato and coal;
Venison - Chapter IV, The End:
Candy floss;
Almond and dill
Plan Your Day
Suggested Itinerary:
- Book in for the 11am tour, then for lunch at 1pm
- Tour will finish at 12pm, giving some time to explore the museum
- Allow about 10 minutes to travel to the restaurant by car/taxi, 25 mins on foot, or 25 mins by bus (route 381, Southwark St to Druid St)
Tate Modern Opening & Tour Times:
- Tours are available daily and run from 10am to 4.30pm
- The museum is free to explore before/after your tour, opening at 10am, closing at 6pm Monday to Friday and 10pm on Friday and Saturday
Restaurant Story Opening Times:
- Open for lunch Tuesday to Saturday; with seatings commencing from 12pm to 2pm
Additional Information
This experience is valid for booking within six months from the date of issue.
This experience is priced for two people. Larger groups can be priced upon request, up to a maximum group size of six people. Contact TRULY for more details.
Note that the "Four Chapter" lunch menu is not served during the month of December. An upgrade to the "Full Story" menu will be required for anybody wishing to visit during this time.
Drinks are not included with lunch. Any additional products or services consumed can be paid for on site.
Service charge (12.5%) is not included with lunch; this left to the guests’ discretion on the day.
The menu at Restaurant Story is subject to seasonal change and availability. Please state any dietary requirements at the time of booking. Most diets can be accommodated, except vegan.
No cancellations or amendments to bookings are possible once booking is confirmed.
All bookings are subject to availability. We advise booking at least three weeks in advance to guarantee the desired date and time.
How it works
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We arrange everything
Our concierge will arrange everything, even the little extras.
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Relax and enjoy
Simply show up and savour the memory that will last a lifetime.
Location
Bankside, London SE1 9TG
199 Tooley St, London SE1 2JX
Tate Modern Bankside, London SE1 9TG
Restaurant Story 199 Tooley St, London SE1 2JX
Allow about 10 minutes to travel to the restaurant by car/taxi, 25 mins on foot, or 25 mins by bus (route 381, Southwark St to Druid St)
Mastering Modernity: Private Tate Modern Tour & Contemporary Michelin Star Dining for Two
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