Natural History Museum Guided Tour

From£30
2 hours
London, United Kingdom

About this activity

Join a guided tour of London's Natural History Museum to explore its vast collections, including dinosaur fossils and ancient artifacts, with skip-the-line access and an expert guide.

Highlights

  • Explore iconic dinosaur fossils
  • Discover ancient human artifacts
  • Marvel at the blue whale skeleton
  • Learn about Earth's geological history
  • Engage with interactive science exhibits

Full description

Dive into the wonders of the Natural History Museum on this engaging guided tour. Skip the lines and be led by an expert guide through the museum's vast collections, from towering dinosaur fossils to ancient human artifacts. Marvel at the blue whale skeleton and learn about Earth's geological history. Interactive exhibits make science come alive, ensuring an educational and fun experience for all ages. Don't miss this opportunity to explore one of London's most iconic attractions with insider knowledge and personalized attention.

Included / Excluded

  • Expert guide
  • Skip-the-line entry
  • Interactive exhibits
  • Food and beverages

Itinerary

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Welcome to the Natural History Museum in London. As we begin our tour, we pass through Bag Check and the Contactless Donations queue, where an impressive giraffe skeleton stands tall next to a taxidermy giraffe, setting the tone for the incredible collection within. Entering the grand hall, adorned with terracotta arches and columns, we notice playful terracotta monkeys scaling the walls, a nod to Sir Richard Owen’s rivalry with Charles Darwin. Our first stop is the Dinosaur Gallery, featuring prehistoric skeletons, including the iconic Diplodocus. Next, we enter the Mammals Gallery, displaying a diverse array of taxidermy specimens and skeletons, from African elephants to cheetahs. Finally, we explore the Earth Sciences Gallery, filled with geological wonders like gemstones and volcanic rocks. Our tour concludes at the museum's café and gift shop, where you can relax and pick up a souvenir. Guests can also enter the museum free of charge if prebooking entry ticket.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NO

Meeting point

Start Location

Natural History Museum, Cromwell Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 5BD, UK

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine
  • Photography is allowed in most areas
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Bring a camera for photos
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour time.
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • This tour is wheelchair accessible.
  • This guided tour is organised and operated by Golden Tours and is not the official tour provided by the Natural History Museum

Traveler reviews

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Ticket not accepted

The TripAdvisor ticket I purchased was not honored at the museum. Forget purchasing tickets through TripAdvisor and buy tickets directly from the museum. I was told at the London Museum of Natural History that the museum does not honor third party tickets. TripAdvisor refused to refund the ticket price I paid.

Carol BMay 23, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Visit Stonehenge, Windsor, Oxford

Excellent tour, professional and attentive guide

527paulooApr 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Awesome

Armando was our bus driver and he was very informative and I highly recommend him amd this bus company

HuntingtonBeachRichMar 19, 2026TRIPADVISOR

When your tour guide doesn’t show up

The tour was not good because they did not show up. We waited and watched but the tour company didn’t arrive.

Fjola_BFeb 16, 2026VIATOR

Scam do not buy

SCAM DO NOT BUY. Operator didn’t show. Claimed no booking. Nobody can help. Have to deal with credit card company now.

Scott_WFeb 16, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour time. Comfortable shoes are recommended. This tour is wheelchair accessible. This guided tour is organised and operated by Golden Tours and is not the official tour provided by the Natural History Museum