- Until 31 August
- Free
- South Kensington, London
Summer family activities
What time is it? Summertime!
Join us for family-friendly events and activities throughout the summer holidays. We’ll have indoor and outdoor fun to make the most of the season, regardless of the weather!
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Free activities are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
School holidays are our busiest times of the year. Book free general admission tickets ahead of your visit to guarantee your entry.
For paid events, book tickets online or at one of our information desks.
Programme
Spirit Collection Tour
Go behind the scenes for a look at the fascinating zoology collection we care for. You’ll encounter numerous treasures among the 22 million specimens preserved in spirit jars.
Daily, various times
Non-member: £35
Member: £28
Only for ages 10+
Meet by the Turbinaria coral bay in Hintze Hall
Pollinators
Free, drop in
Find out more about our pollinator pals and the important role they play in our ecosystem. You can even take part in our very own pollinator count!
Mondays and Fridays
10.30–16.30
Weather permitting
Recommended for ages 4+
Nature Activity Centre
Meet the Scientist
Free, drop in
Join one of our scientists and find out about the exciting work they do behind the scenes.
Mondays (except 25 August), Tuesdays and Thursdays
15.00–15.30
Recommended for ages 8+
Attenborough Studio, Orange Zone
Pond Explorers
Free, drop in
Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the surface of the water? Discover some of the different creatures that live in our pond.
Tuesdays – Thursdays
10.30–16.30
Weather permitting
Recommended for ages 5+
Nature Discovery Garden ponds
BioBlitz
Free, drop in
Join us in a fast-paced wildlife survey, part science, part scavenger hunt in our Nature Discovery Garden. Team up with our scientists and record as many different species as possible in this hands-on nature hunt for the whole family.
Monday 28 July
11.00–16.00
Nature Activity Centre
Discount member tickets
Members can purchase discount tickets. Not a Member? Join today from just £62 per year.
Discover more family events
T. Rex Show with Teach Rex
Calling all dinosaur fans! Join us at our T. Rex Show with Teach Rex.
Various dates and times
£12
Dawnosaurs: Relaxed Morning Visit
Neurodivergent children and their families have the opportunity to explore the museum before anyone else and enjoy activities around different themes.
Saturday 11 October, 08.00–10.00
Free, booking required
Nature Makes
Free, drop in
Join our fantastic learning volunteers and enjoy a selection of urban wildlife-themed family activities ranging from nature-inspired crafts to object handling.
Weekends and Tuesdays – Thursdays, 11.00–14.30
Recommended for ages 3+
Nature Activity Centre
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