Natural History Museum Walking Guided Tour of London

From£30
2 hours
Commentary: Guide · en
London, United Kingdom

About this activity

Join a guided tour of London's Natural History Museum, featuring iconic exhibits like dinosaurs and the blue whale skeleton.

Highlights

  • Explore iconic dinosaur exhibits
  • Discover ancient human artifacts
  • Marvel at the blue whale skeleton
  • Learn about Earth's geological history
  • Experience interactive displays

Full description

Established in 1881, the Natural History Museum contains more than 80 million objects, spanning more than 4 billion years of natural history. Step through time, witnessing the evolution of dinosaurs, birds and our mammal relatives, and the geological and climate changes that guided the development of life on earth. Witness meteorites from the dawn of time and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex and get to know the legendary scientists who shaped our knowledge of the distant past, such as Charles Darwin and Mary Anning. Embark on a private guided tour of the London Natural History Museum, led by an expert guide. Marvel at the massive dinosaur skeletons in the Hintze Hall and explore the Volcanoes and Earthquakes gallery to uncover the mysteries of Earth's formation. See the Wildlife Garden, a haven for birds, bees, and other animals and learn about life's diversity in the Evolution Gallery.

Included / Excluded

  • This Tour is Wheelchair friendly
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Entry to the Museum is not included

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

Important information

Know before you book

  • Confirm your booking at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Be aware that the tour is conducted in English.
  • Note that lunch is not included; plan accordingly.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour.
  • Bring a camera to capture the museum's highlights.
  • Check the museum's opening hours before your visit.

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