Natural History Museum

Full Description

The Natural History Museum houses a collection comprising some 70 million items within five main collections: Botany, Entomology, Mineralogy, Palaeontology and Zoology. Many of the collections have great historical as well as scientific value, such as specimens collected by Darwin and the museum is particularly famous for its exhibition of dinosaur skeletons, including a large Diplodocus cast which dominates the vaulted central hall.

Dinosaurs Gallery
Visit the Museum's world famous dinosaurs - come face to face with our towering Tyrannosaurus Rex, and discover the skull of a Triceratops.

Galleries and Maps
Discover what you can see and do in our 36 free galleries, and find out how to get around with our Museum map.

Exhibitions and Attractions
From award-winning wildlife photography to a virtual reality trip under the sea - explore our latest exhibitions and attractions and book tickets online.

Eat, Drink and Shop
Visit our restaurant and cafés to enjoy freshly prepared food and drinks, or grab a gift from one of our Museum shops.

Admission to the Natural History Museum is free, but there is a charge for some temporary exhibitions.

Additional Information

Natural History Museum Opening Hours:

Daily: 10.00am - 5.50pm
Last Admission 5.30pm
Closed 24, 25 and 26 December
General Admission is free, but some exhibitions and events carry a separate charge.

Disclaimer: This page is for information only. Discount London Tours has no affiliation with the Natural History Museum and we do not sell tickets to the exhibitions.