The Tate is a gallery located near the River Thames in London, England. It is one of the most renowned galleries in the world and houses a vast collection of British art from the 16th century to the present day. The gallery was founded in 1897 by Sir Henry Tate and is now part of the Tate Group, which includes four other galleries in the UK. The Tate is a popular tourist destination and attracts millions of visitors each year.