I was so excited to see that Liverpool had a Tate branch because I'm very aware of the London location. It was so convenient that most of the museums were directly across the street from our Hilton hotel. This location is perfect most of the tourist spots were dotted all along the dock area here! It was a rainy day too so we were so lucky to be so close. After London we were so weary of cabs even though the most of the cabs are those vintage large black ones where your luggage can go at your feet. Most of the museums have had a donation box near the entrance/exit areas. This is smart because I definitely gave more on some occasions when we were thrilled with the exhibits. I actually tend to give more at the end of a visit instead of upfront. Some places ask straight away and some have a collection box near the exits. I think people are more generous after enjoying the museum fully. There were many beautiful exhibits inside. Many works associated with a "color" theme throughout the museum. I was very surprised to find pieces by Paul Klee and Pablo Picasso inside. Actually I had never seen this piece by Pablo and I loved it! His work is so different with each decade his style changed and evolved. If you travel to Liverpool I would highly suggest staying at the Hilton, all the museums are just a few blocks ahead to the port. Loved this Tate! read more

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I was so excited to visit the Tate museum to see the Don McCullin exhibition that I had booked well in advance. Don McCullin is a photographer that takes photos of war and famine and poverty, my type of photos of things that are real and hard hitting and it certainly didn't disappoint. The photos I saw were powerful and thought provoking and sometimes disturbing and I left in awe. The Tate museum and gallery in Liverpool is fantastic and well worth a visit put this on your itinerary. read more

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I'm not one for modern or contemporary art but the Tate Liverpool is a nice place to visit if you're looking to check something out while at Albert Docks. The first two floors are free admission and the top floor is for special exhibitions that require payment. I did a quick walk-through while I was there and it wasn't anything particularly special. I did stop in the gallery with the big Jackson Pollock and sat down to admire it. If you're a big modern art fan then the Tate Liverpool is a must visit. If you're not, then it's still worth a walk through. You might learn something and be better for it. Besides, admission is free and donations are suggested. Otherwise enjoy your time in Liverpool. read more

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Peter Blake David Hockney Roy Lichtenstein Antony Gormley Barbara Hepworth Paula Rego Gilbert and George Jake & Dinos Chapman Sarah Lucas & Picasso Ever since it opened in the late 80s, Tate Liverpool has well and truly stamped it's mark on the city. Housed in an imposing building on the Albert Docks, it looks directly onto the waterfront and has acres of wonderful exhibiting space over several floors. Exhibitions change quarterly and in keeping with the ethos of Tate Modern and Tate Britain, they have shown some of the biggest and most controversial names in contemporary art, sculpture and mixed media. Visitors should note, admission ranges from free to £10 depending on the exhibition and there's a healthy programme of art talks and debates. read more

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We visited the Tate as part of Liverpool's Biennial of Contemporary Art, so most of the exhibits were centred around this and to be completely honest, about 80% of what we saw I thought was complete bobbins. More often than not it was the views of the Mersey from the large windows which overshadowed the artworks. Enjoyment levels for your visit are going to be completely dependent on what they are showing at the time so for that reason, I wouldn't rule out returning (you can't really grumble much at free entry). The top floor was dedicated to a temporary Francis Bacon exhibition for which there was a charge to view. At £13 per person that felt to me like far too much for only one floor of paintings. So the Tate is worth popping in, even if it's to escape the rain; you might discover something that either inspires, or makes you roll your eyes. read more

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You know what's one of the best things about Liverpool? Lots of museums are free to get in, Tate Liverpool included. This modern art gallery is to be found right at the waterside at Albert Dock, and consists of 4 floors plus 1 super fantastic museum shop and café. The regular exhibitions are to be found from floor 1-3 which also are the ones that always are for free; sometimes you will be charged a small amount of money to get to see the temporary exhibition on the 4th floor. I don't think the museum had soooo many interesting pieces, but it's absolutely worth to take a small visit - especially on a rainy day. Or just even to only go into the museum shop and buy yourself some pretty stationery or magazines. This is where i got my best souvenirs! read more

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Situated at the Albert Dock, Tate Liverpool houses the National Collection of modern and contemporary art in the North. It is essentially free, although you do get charged for special exhibitions. Picasso: Peace and Freedom is currently showing till 30th August on the 4th floor of the gallery, charges apply (£10 adults and £8 for concessions). The exhibition is pretty cool and I would recommend a visit if Picasso is your thing (but actually even if you're not that into Picasso, it is interesting how they have done this one). The exhibition includes more than 200 works by Picasso from across the world. Previous exhibitions of Picasso in the UK didn't look at his life in depth in the post-war period, however, this exhibition does. Just like late night shopping, the exhibition is open late every Thursday, Friday and Saturday in August. So there is no excuse to not go. Freebies at the gallery include smaller exhibitions such as Rineke Dijkstra and DLA Piper series: this is sculpture. read more

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The Tate is definitely my favourite art gallery/ museum in Liverpool. I've been a few times but my all-time favourite visit was when the exhibition included extremely famous pieces of art from Andy Warhol, Picasso and Salvador Dali, to name a few.The main exhibition changes every couple of months so you will never tire of visiting. The gallery is situated on the Albert Dock so it's a great place to include into your day out, either as a local or a tourist. There is a restaurant which serves both snacks, sandwiches and hot meals - it also incorporates art into it's decor. read more

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Modern art used to make my blood boil. Obviously, by that I'm referring to those inane pieces of tat that you see winning the Turner Prize. In my mind, if it looks like something I personally could have knocked up in five minutes, it's not art. There's quite a lot of this kind of stuff in the Tate but intermingled with this is artwork that genuinely interests. I remember once they rebuilt an entire supermarket on the top floor. My cynicism died on aisle two, when, in an instant, all the rows of untouchable produce seemed indescribably bizarre. Visions of sixth-form art trips still trickle through my mind when I think of this gallery. Hours we would spend creaking across the floorboards looking for pieces to sketch. If I was in a lazy mood I'd simply choose the ink scribblings that don't look like anything in the first place. They were easy. If you want to see proper masterpieces, I'd visit the Walker. But if you have a craving for something different, the Tate's good for a wander. read more

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The Tate is situated in the heart of the Albert Dock area and could not be more at home in its beautifully grand surroundings. As an art gallery should the Tate looks great and it really delivers on all levels for people of any age although obviously older people will be more appreciative of what is on offer. There should be establishments with as much class as this all over the country and Liverpool should most definitely be proud of the Tate. The gallery is full of art from all over the world and there is a great mix of contemporary art and older art also together hand in hand. This place has enough points of interest to fill most of your day and you will not regret a trip here whether alone or as part of a large group. Even if you are not an art type then this place may just make you a fan. read more

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Tate Liverpool is a beautiful art gallery that exhibits the very best modern and contemporary art. Situated at the Albert Dock, a World Heritage Site, the gallery has magnificent views over the River Mersey and is conveniently located within walking distance of Liverpool's other top attractions. Tate houses the national collection of modern art in the north and is believed to be one of the most visited British galleries outside London. If you're going to be in Liverpool this summer between 21st May and 30th August, it is strongly recommended to visit the Picasso: Peace and Freedom exhibition, especially if you're a fan of art, albeit the works of Picasso. This is a major exhibition bringing together over 150 works by the man himself from across the world. read more

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Having been to many art galleries, museums, art shows, etc, I would consider I've seen many weird things, but as of this past month, there was some WEIRD art there. I didn't get a chance to visit the top two galleries, due to time, so I cannot review those. But, from what I did get to see, I am very happy to have visited with friends and was able to have a laugh. Art is meant to be fun, and yes, sad in some cases. The museum is generally free and located in an incredible location right inside albert dock. You do need to pay a few pounds to visit the top gallery. Worth a visit!!!! Currently they have teamed up with a boat to bring you the Razzle Dazzle ferry, which takes you to Birkenhead, just across the River Mersey. It's 6 quid and about an hour long. An artist has painted it in bright colors, for a special reason! Hope you get a chance to go on that, and learn about some history. It takes you to two stops, and the second is free museum of a german U-boat! Very cool read more

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Modern art gallery in Liverpool's lovely Albert Dock area, part of the Tate family of galleries. Lots of interesting pieces, and best of all it's free (although donations are actively encouraged). There's a good gift shop too selling quirky bits and bobs. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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Serious modern art fans should know that Tate Liverpool hosts big name exhibitions but *without* the crush of bodies which a similar show would attract at a London gallery. This means that, in Liverpool, you should be able to get a much better look at the exhibits in a relaxed atmosphere. I've enjoyed loads of great shows here - the Liverpool Biennials, Klimt, a themed show on Shopping. These days, the installations can be all sorts - painting, sculpture, video installations. Even if modern art is not a big deal for you, I feel an hour or two in Tate Liverpool adds something special to a day out in Liverpool that any thinking person would enjoy. In almost every other public space in Liverpool, you are being bombarded with messages and images aimed at getting you to buy something. The Tate gives you a break from commercial pressures, but being a modern art gallery it is still pretty funky, thought-provoking and even shocking sometimes! So with your Liverpool day out, break it up - two hours shopping, one hour lunch, one hour in the Tate, half an hour looking out over the River Mersey (benches available behind the Tate). The whole Albert Dock redevelopment is a cool place for a promenade. When you take the whole gallery and environs together, it really becomes a 'must visit' as there are just so many stimuli and inspiring vistas which could be just what you and any companions need. read more

The Tate's somewhere that's on the must visit list when in Liverpool and with the neighbouring Beatles story, slavery and maritime museums within 5 minutes walk - it's somewhere where you can quite happily OD on being a culture vulture whilst balancing out Liverpools great array of shopping and food and drink options! The 2 bottom galleries are usually free to enter and the top floor is for special exhibits (usually around £10) to get in. I've seen some great exhibits there over the past 10 years such as the Warhol retrospective and the Reflex interactive music special. The book and gift shop has one of the most extensive selections I've seen outside of London and the attached cafe is highly recommended - one of the best light snack and tea/coffee options on the Albert dock (most others are chains around here) Perfect for a rainy day if you're looking for stuff to do. read more

There's quite a lot of weird shit in here. But then again, it's modern art and quite a lot of modern art can be classified as weird shit. On the plus side, the gallery is in the beautiful Albert Docks - the view from the windows within quite often drawing the eye more than the art itself. The main exhibitions are free to enter, however donations are welcome, and there is usually a charge for the guest exhibit on the top floor. Favourite pieces included artwork by Warhol, the Anthony Gormley bread bed (growing mold as we speak!), portraits by Lucian Freud, and the Portrait of a Business Man by Althamer (basically just a pile of belongings and clothes in a corner!) Although a little strange, many of the exhibits are thought-provoking and interactive. Well worth a browse if you happen to be in the area. read more

Nestled in the heart of good old Albert dock resides North of England's base for the best collection of UK's modern art. Tate is not pretentious and this means it is extremely popular and bodes well for all concerned. Majority of exhibitions are free for all to view, and the onsite cafe serves up delicious treats and refreshments for the visiting art lovers from across the region. I would highly recommend it as a quick stop on your visit to the Docks. read more

If you do one thing this year, you must book yourself in to see the Picasso exhibition at the Liverpool Tate. It's not until the 21st May so I kind of feel like I'm advertising it with this review, but I'm so darn excited I can't help it. With the byline 'Painter, Prodigy, Protester, Peacemaker, Picasso: Peace and Freedom', the event focuses deeply on the post-War period of the artist's life. This was a time when Picasso had made himself over and was starting anew - as the information leaflet I picked up states, a new Picasso for a new time. We all know Picasso the artist, but as a champion of left wing causes during his twilight years? Perhaps not so much. As well as the sixty fundamental paintings he created throughout the era, the exhibit also brings together a bunch of contextual materials to add even more weight to it. It was Picasso who created the Dove of Peace symbol, the emblem for the Peace Movement as well as an internationally recognised symbol of hope, during the Cold War and to this very day. He is so intrinsically linked to the dove he even named his daughter 'Paloma', the Spanish word for dove. She was born in the same month as the Paris Peace Congress so it held personal significance for him. It's fascinating, it offers a new perspective on the life of this well-known artist, only a tenner (£6 concessions) and the perfect location for something so innovative and fresh is the Liverpool Tate, having opened in 1988 and being somewhere my father's taken me to ever since I was little. It's a fabulous gallery and I urge you to visit, if not for Picasso just for it being generally for the win. Yay to Tate Liverpool! read more

This museum is an absolute must see if you're in Liverpool. I don't usually go out of my way for art museums as often as I should and I know I realize how much I'm missing out. Admission is free and there is a diverse collection of modern, classical and just plain bizarre art work to take in. I'm a fan of the classics, but have never seen work in person that I discovered back in my first art history class in college. It was really humbling to gaze upon the work of Salvador Dali, Matisse, Picasso and Andy Warhol in person. My favorite gallery was in a room that was dimly lit with gorgeous marble sculptures scattered throughout. There were sets of headphones that played classical music in your ears as you wandered through the pieces, which created an even more surreal experience. Even if you're not an art lover there are so many funky, strange pieces of work that just reading the descriptions that go with them is entertaining enough. Who can't enjoy the oddity that is the human shape cut out of stacked pieces of moldy bread? read more

We are very lucky to have Tate Liverpool up North. I occasionally go to London for exhibitions and the price in Tate Liverpool is only half the ones in London and they are all great. Tate Liverpool is located at great renovation of Liverpool - Albert Docks, and you can have the greatest view from one of its windows. I had read a book about Albert Docks recommended by a friend from Liverpool and really overwhelmed by how this area had been though. It survived during the Second World War's attack and became the magnificent waterfront complex today. Also Tate Liverpool has a great collection of work including Jackson Pollock, Matisse and Picasso etc. Every year, Tate Liverpool introduces quality exhibitions to the visitors besides the great classic collection open all year long. The recent exhibitions include the Chagall: Modern Master Exhibition, which showed more than sixty paintings and works on paper of the Russian artist from across the world for the first time in UK in 15 years. It's not only just ordinary paintings and works but also included the most classic and typical works of the artist. It's such a great scale of works shown in the exhibition and I didn't need to see it by going all the way to London. In summer time 2014, Tate Liverpool had an exhibition for Piet Mondrian, who is one of my favourite artists. I had been to The Hague for visiting his home museum - The Guggenheim Museum. I went to Tate Liverpool for Mondrian exhibition on the opening day of the exhibition. The Mondrian exhibition, however, was from a very unique angle to represent this Dutch artist's works by focus on his studios in Paris, London and New York. It also tried to explore the reason behind the fact that Mondrian transformed from a successful figurative painter to become a pioneer in abstraction. The best part was the recreation of Mondrian's Paris studio, which gave visitor a chance to feel the colour creation and experiment experience during his working process. Another interesting thing was from the gallery window; Mondrian's departure point for America from Liverpool can be seen. Andy Warhol exhibition is systematically introduced this most influential and controversial artists via 100 artworks. Just like Warhol's said himself, his work is not about going into depth but to spread out. (Sorts of). The exhibition shows Warhol's work and achievement spanned the worlds of art, media, music, fashion and celebrity. I had seen quite a bit of Warhol's works before but it's the first time for me to see Warhol's record sleeves' design and I really enjoyed them. Among the most remarkable record sleeves designs, the famous banana design piece was actually for the album of Velvet Underground and Nico. A brief review of the latest three major exhibitions was just to show unique and professional angle of the Tate Liverpool exhibitions. read more

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I sometimes find that walking around a modern gallery can be a bit trying...often the experience is marginally worse with somebody else 'That's rubbish, it is though isn't it' Interesting though 'Yeah but I could have done that, couldn't I?' Well you didn't Fortunately our views are not unique as the short videos made by Mike Figgis to accompany the excellent DLA Piper series on sculpture reveal funny and insightful comments from all sorts of scousers. Even if you're can't make it to this exhibit or the up coming Picasso exhibition in the summer, the Tate has a consistently high standard of pieces all year round. Modern galleries do seem to create an atmosphere in which they seek to challenge their viewers unlike more serene traditional galleries. The bright, garish colours lining the walls of the Piper pieces offer little respite from the mind-bending pieces on display but only when I caught a glimpse past one of Kurt Switters minimalist pieces and the monochrome scene of the grey Mersey lapping at the brown mudflats under the post industrial skyline of Birkenhead that I realised how lucky we are to have such weird and wonderful pieces in this city. 'But I just don't get it...I've got tiles just like that in me kitchen.' read more

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Tate Liverpool is one of several museums now in the dockside area so is easy to include on a cultural day out. The visitor services staff in the galleries are really enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the temporary exhibitions. I've seen some great exhibitions here and the smaller scale can be a bonus because you can fit in more than one show. The Imagined exhibition is a brave concept exploring what impact groundbreaking and conceptual art has had on wider perceptions about and memories of art. It also seemed to be exploring preconceptions about art and truth, conceptual art and art & gender. I had mixed feelings about some of the gallery pinned up statements, especially the isolating impact of technology, but interesting to see these strong statements in the white space of the galleries. Provoking a debate about the impact of art on the world, and vice versa, is a good place to be. read more

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Love it here. Great dockside location, excellent exhibition space, and much of it free. I tend to visit 2-3 times a year to get my fill of inspiration, which not only comes from the art, also from the location and the frequent opportunities to gaze out over the sea to the Wirral as you gaze at the exhibition. The free permanent collection is well worth a visit. On this occasion I went to the Mondrian show which finishes early October. It was a little small, with only 2 or 3 rooms, and they could have made more of the studio mock ups. There were a few too many photos for my taste, however that really is a personal thing, so I won't be marking them down :) read more

I'll put it out there, this is better than either of the Tates in London. Spread over four floors, there's a fantastic variety of exhibitions and some secret little famous gems such as Yves Klein's IKB 79, works by Michael Craig Martin, Antony Gormley and Picasso's Weeping Woman. Well worth a visit. read more

If you love art then definitely visit the Tate! It's nothing like the Tate Modern in London but this gallery has got a special something. It's cute and has really interesting/contemporary art, sculptures, film and photography. Location: Beautiful views from the window, near to other great museums & galleries! (Liverpool Waterfront/Albert Docks) Admission free! read more

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Since the Summer of Love exhibition in 2005 I've had a bit of a love affair with the Tate really. I love everything about it here, mainly the fact that I can see all of my favourite works for free. (That's the great thing about National Galleries!) They have had a great variety of exhibitions on here, from William Blake's etchings to Klimt and at the moment there is the Picasso: Peace and Freedom one which is £8 if you're a student like moi, or a tenner otherwise, but not bad to see some of Picasso's great works, mainly those based in a historical context. Tip: They have The Weeping Woman downstairs if you don't want to fork out, so you can still get your Picasso fix! Gotta love/hate the Modern Art so check out some stuff you thought looked like the inside of your bottom drawer or a Basketball oddly suspended in perspex, or my personal fave at the moment, the light up disco dance floor with accompanying Jazzy head set to match as you peruse some statues! read more

If you happen to be in Liverpool for the weekend then I would recommend putting this on your list of things to do. It's mainly all free exhibitions and even if modern art isn't your thing, there's plenty of nice bars and cafe's nearby in the Albert Dock. Like any gallery or cathedral in a city, it's nice to have a wee relaxing stroll in the peaceful environement for an hour or so. read more

As you head into the Albert Docks area it kind of screams "tourist trap" however it is way more and includes the Tate Liverpool. I have now been here twice in 9 years. What great museum. Focusing on British Modern Art but not exclusively. What a gem this museum is. This visit was inspired by the Op-Art exhibit with the centerpiece being Jim Lambie's- Zobop. A piece sprawling over a large portion of the floor of the exhibit. The Bridget Reilly pieces were also stunning. It all was. I find Liverpool such an exciting city with such a great vibe. read more

We visited the museum this morning - and although the collection isn't extraordinary, they have some interesting pieces of art. However, the building itself is particularly attractive (both the interior and the exterior). The gift shop has a *terrific* selection of books and I also had a wonderful conversation with one of the women working there. Afterwards, we had coffee in the café. It's a really attractive & large space, with floor-to-ceiling windows and a nice view of Albert Dock. You can see where the original (brick) building ended (i.e., what now constitutes the museum). The young guy who took our order was very pleasant. The coffee, however, was just "fair" (I had a small filtered coffee [1.90 pounds] and my husband had a large macchiato [2.30 pounds]). read more

Far exceeded my expectations. Brilliant curation of the "Constellations" exhibit, which inspires the viewer to make non-obvious connections between a cluster of major contemporary works. Considering/experiencing art in terms of its relation to other art vs. a more bland chronological sequence was really quite unique and provocative. Delightful cafe right on the water. Ideal location on Albert Dock - water views and stone's throw from other museums like maritime, slavery, Liverpool, etc. Free admission, other than the special exhibit. The feel is very modern and contemporary, even though the art spans centuries and encompasses painting, sculpture, film, photography, etc. read more

My first day in Liverpool I spent walking down through out the Albert dock area and found myself making my way to see a Sculpture exhibition that happened to be showing at the Tate at that time. thought invoking and definitely one of the more cultural things to see and do in Liverpool read more

I studies Art History in my last year at Liverpool Uni and hence spent most Thursdays at the Tate. The Tate collection itself is free but you do have to pay for the exhibitions. That said the Tate's collection itself is always changing. The Tate is a proper little gem in what can sometimes be a cold and miserable Albert Dock, if you're fancying a day at the Dock be sure to go in the summer, as with it being on the water (surprise surprise) it can get super cold. But don't let this put you off The Tate, just make sure to race straight there. Once there be sure to stop by the café first to tuck into some hearty soup, from what I can remember it didn't half warm me up and was pretty tasty too! read more

Very good museum indeed. I like the location too. They always do very intersting exhibision and the space is very big . Whenever i go there, there are not so many poeple, so you can see your favorite arts very quiet. I also love the mueum shops, they have so many intersting art books I can easily spend hours on and nice gifts. read more

The best bit of the docks. It's a bit of a deceptive gallery. It feels long and tall as it's set over four floors. The free collections are interesting. Currently hosting part of the Bienial trail. read more

Just to warn you: the Tate in Liverpool is not on the same scale as the Tate or Tate Modern in London. It is a lot smaller. That said, you can easily go round it all in a few hours and see everything. My favourite exhibit is the Andy Warhol stuff. I'm no art expert but I love the bright, vibrant colours and the potraits. The baby's cot with barbed wire was interesting. As often happens in modern art, there were a few pieces I think were absolute rubbish. A painting that is nothing but white. Two paintings that were just blue. The painter now has a shade of blue named after him read more

The Tate Gallery is a modern art gallery in Liverpool trendy Albert Dock. The Tate has some of the most beautiful modern art that changes regularly and there is always something new to look at.You can just go to the Tate and look around or you can arrange to go in a big group. The gallery is obviously free but i think it is nice to leave a small donation to show your appreciation. The Tate also has certain times set aside for family and children's visits so you can take your little one along for a more child friendly experience. They also have school programmes which they have local school come to visit. read more

It's the Tate!!!! Always outstanding ! Got to see Matisse exhibition on 1st floor and 2 more floors of modern and contemporary art "constellations" exhibition! Love it! The building is at the nicest location in Albert Dock. Bought some souvenirs at museum store and had a vegan wrap at the museum caffe ! Great great great ! read more

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Four of us had an enjoyable day out last month at Tate Liverpool. We went to see Gustav Klimt's [Austrian Art Nouveau Painter, 1862-1918] exhibition. The gallery is well worth a visit without any special shows. I agree that the gallery cafe is overpriced! read more

I do love the museum shop, I could spend hours in there, but I do tend to find the exhibits a bit boring. Since I am a student I also don't really like paying for stuff, so therefore I also find the exhibits they have at Tate to be a bit expensive compared to what you're seeing/the size. I do love the shop and the café though, the café is very reasonable and I would warmly recommend a lunch there. read more

This is smaller version of the London Tate and arguably all the better for it. Based in a very prominent waterfront location, the collection is ever changing and there's all you need to make for an enjoyable morning or afternoon. I went specifically to see the Jackson Pollock: Blind Spots exhibition, which cost £11. Everything else was free. You can spend the whole day around the Albert Dock and, again, most of what's worth seeing is free. read more