Natural History Museum London Guided Tour

Travel through 4.5 billion years of history and witness the evolution of dinosaurs, birds and mammals on The Natural History Museum London Guided Tour.

On this two-hour tour, you’ll navigate a collection of 80 million specimens, discover geological wonders and learn about life's diversity as you’re led through the museum’s labyrinth of galleries by an expert guide.

What will I see on the Natural History Museum guided tour?

You’ll begin your tour by entering the Grand Hall, where the museum's stunning architecture leads to the first stop, the Dinosaur Gallery. Here you’ll be introduced to fascinating characters like Sophie the Stegosaurus and the striking skeleton of a Dodo.

Catch a glimpse of diverse taxidermy specimens and skeletons along the way, from African elephants and cheetahs in the Mammals Gallery to the breathtaking 25-metre blue whale skeleton suspended in Hintze Hall.

In the Marine Life section, wander among fish, minerals and ocean biodiversity before admiring life-sized models and fossils spanning hundreds of millions of years in the Human Evolution Gallery. 

Finally, gain a deeper appreciation for the natural world in the Earth Sciences Gallery as you uncover geological wonders like gemstones and volcanic rocks – all while your guide provides a compelling narrative as you make your way around the museum.

How long is the Natural History Museum guided tour?

A guided tour of the Natural History Museum lasts approximately two hours.

Where is the Natural History Museum in London?

The Natural History Museum is in South Kensington in London. It forms part of the area’s “museum quarter” along with the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Science Museum which are both four minutes' walk away.

How to get to the Natural History Museum in London?

• Underground – The nearest Tube stations are South Kensington (Circle, District and Piccadilly lines) and Gloucester Road station (Circle, District and Piccadilly lines).
• Bus – Several bus routes stop nearby: 345, 360, 70, 14, 74, 360, 414.
• Cycling – The closest Santander Cycles docking station is next to the museum on Exhibition Road, SW7 2PG.

What times can I do the Natural History Museum guided tour?

The Natural History Museum guided tour runs daily at 11am.

What age is the tour suitable for?

All ages are welcome to join the tour, but due to the content level it is most suitable for age 11 and above.