Natural History Museum London
The Natural History Museum in London will enlighten and amaze you with its renowned collection of 70 million specimens from around the planet
Once you get over the amazing terracotta facade and Victorian architecture of the Natural History Museum in London, you will be able to explore the incredible and renowned collection of specimens located inside.
The Museum is divided into four zones, each with many galleries representing Botany, Entomology, Mineralogy, Palaentology, and Zoology. The display of dinosaur skeletons is renowned. In addition to the displays the museum has a variety of events and activities each day ranging from talks and tours to films.
Since the Natural History Museum is a public museum it has free admission to all of its permanent galleries. This alone makes it a great place to visit, especially when travelling on a budget.
The Natural History Museum is open daily from 10 am to 5:30 pm except on December 24-26th.
This museum is located at the intersection of Cromwell and Exhibition Road adjacent to both the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Science Museum, so you may want to consider visiting them while in the area.
For more information about the Natural History Museum as well as exhibitions and hours see the official website link below.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoNatural History Museum London Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM
Address: Cromwell Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 5BD, UK
Phone: 020 7942 5000
Official Website: Natural History Museum London
Natural History Museum London Reviews
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The Natural History Museum is one of London's best museums for visitors of all ages. The impressive building and magnificent entrance hall make a great first impression. Inside, you'll find everything from dinosaur skeletons and precious minerals to exhibitions about volcanoes, earthquakes, and the natural world. The museum is quite large, so it's easy to spend several hours exploring.
My favorite section was the galleries dedicated to gemstones, minerals, and elements. Seeing the wide variety of crystals, precious stones, meteorites, and mineral specimens up close was fascinating. If you're interested in geology or minerals, I highly recommend spending extra time in this part of the museum.
You'll also find souvenir medallion vending machines inside the museum, where you can purchase pressed collectible medallions with different designs. They make a nice keepsake from your visit.
Admission is free, but it can get very busy, especially on weekends and during school holidays. If you prefer a quieter visit, I recommend arriving early in the morning. The museum shop is also worth visiting, offering a great selection of books, educational items, and souvenirs for both children and adults. It's definitely a place worth adding to your London itinerary.
Burak Delibaş - 2 months ago
Visit to the Natural History Museum was truly unforgettable. The museum is absolutely breathtaking, both inside and out. From the stunning architecture of the building to the world-class exhibits, every part of the experience felt extraordinary.
The dinosaur gallery was a definite highlight, bringing prehistoric creatures to life in an exciting and educational way. I was also fascinated by the exhibits on earthquakes, volcanoes, gemstones, and the incredible diversity of life on Earth. The museum presents complex scientific topics in a way that is engaging, interactive, and easy to understand for visitors of all ages.
What impressed me most was the sheer scale and quality of the collections. Walking through the galleries felt like taking a journey through millions of years of natural history. The displays are beautifully curated, and there is a sense of wonder around every corner.
This museum is much more than a place to learn facts; it is an inspiring experience that deepens your appreciation for the natural world. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting London. It is a place that leaves a lasting impression and creates memories long after your visit has ended.
Vadym iliashenko - 2 months ago
For anyone that enjoys to see a bit of the animal world, fossils, rocks and dinosaurs...it's definitely worth the go. They have an extensive range of species to see, fascinating collection. It's family friendly, with facilities to have a short break. Def check the shop, there's a few nice things to pick up : )
Small advice when planning your trip: Even though it's free to enter, make sure you buy the free tickets online...as there are two ques outside the museum. The one for those having tickets ( takes 2 seconds to scan - no wait time ) and the very long one ( where you are getting a ticket at the desk - a very, very long que - must avoid )
Alter Ego - 6 months ago
Beautiful building, amazing things to look at and learn about inside from dinosaurs to butterflies, rocks to gemstones, nature and natural world at its very best.
Wonderful outdoor area too.
Although the museum is free to visit I recommend booking your tickets on line as you can skip the queues, which can be rather long at times, especially weekends.
There is a very good cafe, very reasonably priced within the museum.
I did think for such a big building they could do with a few more toilets, at times we had to queue. But having said that they were clean and well maintained.
Also amenities for disabled.
There is a very nice shop, plenty of lovely gifts.
Highly recommend a visit to the NHM, I first went with my junior school and gave loved the place ever since.
M - 2 months ago
Great Free Museum for Families
The Natural History Museum is free to enter and is a great place for families to visit. The dinosaur section is located on the ground floor and is very popular with children.
Personally, I enjoyed the Earthquake and Volcano section even more. It was interesting and educational. There is also a paid exhibition area, where we saw the underwater prehistoric sea monsters, which was quite exciting.
Overall, it is a fun and meaningful place to spend time with the family, especially if you have kids who enjoy dinosaurs and nature.
Zhiqun Chua - 2 months ago
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Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| District, Circle and Piccadilly Lines | South Kensington Station | 5 MInutes |
How to get to Natural History Museum London by Tube
From South Kensington Station exit onto Thurloe Street and walk to your right (east) ½ block to Exhibition Road and follow it north, then go left on Cromwell Road. The museum is just ahead on your right.
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