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  • Open every day 10.00-17.50

    Last entry to the Museum 17.30

    Closed 24-26 December

  • Admission is free. There is a charge for some exhibitions. Group bookings available. 

  • The Natural History Museum
    Cromwell Road
    London SW7 5BD

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What's on

Find out what's on with our calendar of activities, special events and temporary exhibitions.

Inside Life in the Dark exhibition

Exhibitions and events

Explore new exhibitions, find out about evening events and book tickets online.

Getting here

Plan your journey to the Museum and find out about transport options and parking.

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Nine great gift ideas

Whether you want to give a membership that supports our vital research, or an unforgettable after hours experience, browse a range of great Museum gift options this festive season.

Top five things to do for kids

  • <h4>1. Get hands-on in Investigate</h4>

    1. Get hands-on in Investigate

    Drop into our science centre where kids and adults can get hands-on with the Museum's collection.

  • <h4>2. Take a photo with Andy's clock</h4>

    2. Take a photo with Andy's clock

    See the clock from the CBeebies shows Andy's Dinosaur Adventures and Andy's Prehistoric Adventures in Hintze Hall. 

  • <h4>3. Stomp this way</h4> <p> </p>

    3. Stomp this way

    Roar! Try and find the Tyrannosaurus rex, Stegosaurus, Mantellisaurus and Triceratops 
    hanging out in the galleries.

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • <h4>4. Feel the ground move beneath your feet</h4> <p> </p>

    4. Feel the ground move beneath your feet

    Experience the power of our famous earthquake simulator.

  • <h4>5. Ride through the centre of the earth</h4>

    5. Ride through the centre of the earth

    Enjoy an atmospheric journey through Earth to the upper Red Zone galleries.

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Fun activities for families and kids

Plan the perfect family day out. Get up-close with nature and enjoy fun, family-friendly activities for curious kids and inquisitive parents.

Hidden gems

  • The Vault<br>

    The Vault

    See the world's largest collection of coloured diamonds, discover gems that glow in the dark and marvel at rare meteorites from out of this world.

  • From the Beginning<br>

    From the Beginning

    Explore the evolution of life on our planet and go on a journey through time from the Big Bang to today, and take a peek into the future.

  • Treasures<br>

    Treasures

    Each exhibit tells a remarkable story and has been chosen for its scientific, historical and cultural importance.

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Museum map

Get around with the Museum map and discover what you can see and do in our 36 free galleries.

Mammals on display at the Museum at Tring in Hertfordshire.

The Museum at Tring

Discover our world-class collection of animals and birds at the Natural History Museum at Tring.

Eat, drink and shop

Visit our restaurant and cafes to enjoy fresh food and drinks, or find a gift in our Museum shops.


Access at South Kensington

Make sure your visit runs smoothly with our guide to luggage storage, cloakrooms, toilets, lifts and parking. You'll also find information about facilities for disabled visitors.

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