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Tate Britain is the home of British art, from Tudor portraits to today's experimenters. Start with Turner's luminous seas in the Clore Gallery, then find Millais's Ophelia glinting with painted river plants. The Duveen Galleries give sculpture room to breathe, while themed rooms set Constable's skies against Bacon's raw figures. The building itself speaks of Millbank's past, yet galleries feel light and clear. Entry is free, with paid exhibitions worth the splurge. Go early for quiet rooms, and give 90 minutes for a crisp circuit, longer if you linger. Pair with a Thames stroll or hop to Westminster for a day of art and architecture.
