Natural History Museum Guided Tour
About this activity
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
Included / Excluded
- Expert guide
- Skip-the-line entry
- Interactive exhibits
- Food and beverages
Itinerary
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.
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
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
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.
Visit Stonehenge, Windsor, Oxford
Excellent tour, professional and attentive guide
Awesome
Armando was our bus driver and he was very informative and I highly recommend him amd this bus company
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.
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.
