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Dinosaurs

The Museum's dinosaurs are world-famous. Meet the roaring T. rex, see the skull of a Triceratops and wander among fossils in the Dinosaurs gallery.

Explore the different time periods dinosaurs lived, sort the facts from the myths about why they died out and find out what our scientific research has taught us about these prehistoric giants.

Star specimens and exhibits include:

  • part of the first Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton ever discovered, one of the largest carnivores ever to have walked the Earth
  • the first skeleton of Iguanodon known to science, one of the species used to describe the concept of dinosaurs
  • the skull of a plant-eating Triceratops
  • the gigantic armoured dinosaur Scolosaurus

Dippy Returns: The nation's favourite dinosaur

Dippy is back for a short visit. Experience Dippy's memories of nature throughout the UK and see how different communities are connecting with it.

Opens 27 May

Find out more and book your free tickets

Out-of-hours Dinotours

Explore the Dinosaurs gallery before it opens to the public on one of our special guided tours.

Various dates
60-minute tour and Q&A session from 9.00-10.00

Adult: £30, Child: £20, Member: £27

Find out more and book your tickets

How to find this gallery

The Dinosaurs gallery is in the Blue Zone on the Ground Floor next to Hintze Hall. 

Move the slider below to find other dinosaurs in the Museum.

Map of the Museum highlighting the Dinosaurs gallery. Map of the Museum highlighting where dinosaurs can be found throughout the Museum.

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Dinosaur trail

Wander among fossils, learn about the first dinosaurs ever discovered and meet a Stegosaurus.

More dinosaur fun

  • Dino Snores for Kids

    Dino Snores for Kids

    This unique sleepover gives kids aged 7 to 11 the chance to explore the Museum after dark while taking part in fun and educational activities.
  • Dawnosaurs

    Dawnosaurs

    Dawnosaurs is a free event for children with neurodiverse conditions (including autism and other sensory processing difficulties) to enjoy the Museum with their families and siblings, free from the hustle and bustle of the general public.

  • Dinosaur toys and gifts

    Dinosaur toys and gifts

    Dino enthusiasts young and old will love the range of dinosaur gifts, toys and clothing available in the Museum Shop.