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Natural History Museum

Home to one of the world’s largest natural history collections, this museum wows with dinosaurs, dazzling crystals, and a legendary blue whale. Experience an earthquake, touch a real meteorite, and step back in time through fascinating exhibits. Free entry—upgrade with special exhibitions and expert-led guided tours!
Natural History Museum
Whale skeleton in Natural History Museum gallery, London, with visitors exploring.
Natural History Museum exterior with twin towers and autumn trees in London.
Tyrannosaurus rex model at the Natural History Museum, London, United Kingdom.
Whale skeleton in the grand hall of the Natural History Museum, London, with visitors exploring.
Interior of the Natural History Museum in London, showcasing the grand architecture and arched windows.
Mammoth skeleton exhibit at the Natural History Museum.
Visitors exploring exhibits at the Natural History Museum, London.
Guests using audio guide in museum hallway.
Dinosaur sculpture outside Natural History Museum, London, with historic architecture in the background.

Natural History Museum Reserved Entry Ticket & Audio Tour

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  • With these reserved entry tickets to London’s Natural History Museum, you get access to a digital map and an informative audio guide.

  • Marvel at the dramatic blue whale skeleton suspended in Hintze Hall and encounter a life-sized animatronic T. rex and fossil displays in the Dinosaurs Gallery.

  • Explore the Earth Hall’s giant rotating globe and interactive exhibits on volcanoes and earthquakes with multilingual audio commentary in five languages.

  • Choose between an AI-powered audio guide, unlike regular pre-recorded loops, or a hosted entry with a 30-min guided tour and a multilingual audio guide before you're escorted inside.

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  • With these reserved entry tickets to London’s Natural History Museum, you get access to a digital map and an informative audio guide.

  • Marvel at the dramatic blue whale skeleton suspended in Hintze Hall and encounter a life-sized animatronic T. rex and fossil displays in the Dinosaurs Gallery.

  • Explore the Earth Hall’s giant rotating globe and interactive exhibits on volcanoes and earthquakes with multilingual audio commentary in five languages.

  • Choose between an AI-powered audio guide, unlike regular pre-recorded loops, or a hosted entry with a 30-min guided tour and a multilingual audio guide before you're escorted inside.

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Pro tips to help you make a pick

Use the museum’s color-coded zones (Blue, Red, Green, Orange) to plan your route and avoid missing favorite exhibits.

Bring a refillable water bottle—water fountains are available and help you stay refreshed during your visit.

The Treasures gallery is a quieter spot—perfect for a mid-visit break or to escape the crowds.

Interactive exhibits like the earthquake simulator and fossil digs are especially popular with kids—look for hands-on stations throughout.

Photography is allowed, so don’t forget your camera for memorable shots under the blue whale or with dinosaur skeletons.

About Natural History Museum

A highlight of London’s museum collection, the Natural History Museum invites visitors to explore everything from prehistoric giants to the secrets of Earth’s core. Whether you’re on a family adventure or a quest for knowledge, its galleries, exhibits, and architecture make it an essential stop on any cultural or educational journey.

AddressCromwell Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 5BD, UK
Also known asNHM London
Year opened1881
Founded bySir Richard Owen
Visitors per year5000000
Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

The museum’s blue whale skeleton, “Hope,” is the largest animal ever displayed at the museum, measuring 25.2 meters long.

The Natural History Museum welcomed a record 6.3 million visitors in 2024, making it the UK’s second-most-visited attraction.

Its grand Victorian building, designed by Alfred Waterhouse, features over 78 million specimens and intricate terracotta animal carvings.

The Earthquake Simulator lets visitors experience the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, making geology both educational and exciting.

The Treasures gallery houses a replica of the famous Hope Diamond and a 4.5-ton meteorite, among other rare wonders.

Why visit Natural History Museum?

Iconic Hintze Hall & Blue Whale

Stand in awe beneath the 25.2-meter blue whale skeleton, “Hope,” suspended in the grand Hintze Hall—a breathtaking symbol of life on Earth and conservation.

World-Famous Dinosaur Gallery

Encounter life-sized dinosaur skeletons, including a roaring animatronic T. rex and the beloved Diplodocus cast, igniting imaginations of all ages.

Interactive Earthquake Simulator

Feel the ground shake in the Earth Galleries’ earthquake simulator, bringing the science of tectonic plates and natural disasters thrillingly to life.

Treasures of the Cadogan Gallery

Marvel at rare gems, meteorites, and historic artifacts—including a replica of the legendary Hope Diamond and a 4.5-ton meteorite.

Behind-the-Scenes Science in the Darwin Centre

Peek into real research labs, explore millions of specimens, and enjoy innovative exhibits like the VR beluga whale in the museum’s modern science wing.

Plan your visit

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Cromwell Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 5BD, UK

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