Exhibitions and displays
Titanosaur: Life as the Biggest Dinosaur
Step into the world of the magnificent titanosaur Patagotitan mayorum - one of the largest creatures to have ever walked the earth.
You’ll learn how Patagotitan mayorum stayed safe, found food and kept cool as you follow its journey from tiny egg to towering head and shoulders above other Cretaceous critters.
Open now
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Explore the natural world in all its fragility and diversity at the annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, where 100 powerful photographs tell the story of a planet under pressure.
Opening 13 October
The Polar Silk Road
Discover the Arctic through the photography of Gregor Sailer and explore the existing, potential, and unexpected impact that warming temperatures will have in this once pristine region.
Open now
John James Audubon and his Birds of America
This free display of engravings from John James Audubon's The Birds of America reaffirms why it continues to inspire artists, bird experts and conservationists alike.
Open now
Free events
Women in Science Tour
Take a guided tour of the first floor Hintze Hall balconies and the Minerals gallery, and discover the fascinating work of women scientists past and present.
Hear the gripping histories of several women scientists across history including some who've worked at the Museum.
Various dates.
Free, tickets recommended.
Women in Science Tour: Space
Discover the fascinating work of women scientists - past and present - who have focused on space, meteorites and planetary materials.
Encounter numerous treasures such as meteorites and learn more about the Museum’s displays and our cutting-edge science.
Various dates.
Free, tickets recommended.
Women in Science tours: Palaeontology
Discover the fascinating work of female palaeontologists on this tour of the Museum's first-floor balconies, where you'll encounter numerous treasures and develop your understanding of fossils and ancient life.
Learn about the research of female palaeontologists past and present, including some who've worked at the Museum.
Various dates.
Free, walk-ups accepted subject to capacity.
Accessible Morning Visits to Titanosaur: Life as the Biggest Dinosaur
Disabled visitors can see our newest exhibition Titanosaur: Life as the Biggest Dinosaur away from daytime crowds.
10.00-10.45 every other Wednesday
Disabled person: £12.95
Companion ticket: Free
Extra adult: £16
Extra child: £9
Lates: Fashion (r)Evolution
Are you wild about fashion, but know it’s important it doesn’t cost the Earth? Join us for an evening exploring the relationship between fashion and the natural world.
Friday 20 October
18.30-22.00
Free, booking required
Explorers Family Festival: Black Natural History
Celebrate the Black natural historians of the past, present and future. Hear Black scientists discuss their mission to achieve environmental and climate justice.
Sunday 8 October
12.00-18.00
Across the museum
Free, booking recommended
Dawnosaurs: Relaxed Morning Visit
Enjoy an early morning visit to the Museum, free from the hustle and bustle of the general public. Visitors have access to a wide range of galleries and activities, supported by experienced, autism-aware facilitators.
4 November 2023 (Building the natural world theme)
08.00-10.00
Free, ticket required
Art of Science Highlights Tour
Take a short, guided tour of our Images of Nature gallery and see some of our most treasured artworks and archive items. Our knowledgeable guides will explore the stories behind each exhibit and discuss how big issues relating to biodiversity and the environment can be addressed through art.
Suitable for ages 7+.
Various dates
12.15-12.35
Free, booking reccomended
Guided tours
Secrets of the Natural History Museum
Join us for a special tour as we look at the fascinating stories hidden within the architecture of our iconic building.
Various dates
15.00-16.00
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Tour
Museum Highlights Tour
Join us for an hour-long tour of our most iconic specimens, from the world’s most complete fossil stegosaur to an infamous gorilla, don’t miss your chance to get to know our best of the best.
Various dates and times
Behind the Scenes Tour: Spirit Collection
Go behind the scenes with our knowledgeable science educators for a look at the Museum's fascinating zoology collection preserved in spirit.
Various dates.
Adult: £25, Members: £22.50
Out of Hours Titano Tours
Make the most of your visit and roam our newest exhibition, and the world famous Dinosaur gallery, before it opens to the public.
Various dates
09.00-10.00
Adult: £25, Child: £17, Members: £22.50
Paid events
Jurassic Encounters: Animal Show
Delve into the Jurassic and meet the modern-day relatives of the animals that lived alongside Dippy in this fantastic animal handling show.
Wednesday 25 October
Adult: £8, Child: £8, Members: £7.20
T. Rex show with Teach Rex
Calling all dinosaur fans! Join us this October half term at our T. Rex show with Teach Rex.
Tuesday 24 October 2023
Various times
Adult: £10, Child: £10, Members: £9
Titano Tales
Discover titanosaur’s secrets during our special storytelling event, plus enjoy priority entry to our new exhibition Titanosaur: Life as the Biggest Dinosaur.
Monday 23 and Thursday 26 October
11.00-12.00, 12.15-13.15, 13.30-14.30
Family packages: £22.50-£69
Dig Deeper
Delve into our pioneering projects and find out more about our collections as we celebrate and showcase the world-leading scientific research we carry out here at the Museum.
Various dates
18.30-21.00
Onsite - Members: £15, Non-Members: £25
Online - Free for our Members and Supporters, Non-Members: £5
Halloween at the Museum
Calling all fright night fans and museum lovers, join us after hours this Halloween to explore our spooky side. Don your best fancy dress, bust a move at our silent disco, see weird and wonderful creatures and take one of our tours - if you dare.
Tuesday 31 October 2023
18.45-22.30
Adult: £39.00
Members: £35.10
Mystery at the Museum: The Case of the Titanosaur Egg
A body has been discovered and a valuable dinosaur egg is missing, can you help us catch the culprit?
29 September 2023
18.30-21.45
Adult: £35, Members: £31.50
Tai Chi
Discover the ancient Chinese martial arts practice of Tai Chi underneath Hope our blue whale.
Various dates
08.00-09.15
Adult: £25, Members: £22.50
Yoga at the Museum
Find your zen at the Museum with a unique series of yoga classes for a variety of experience levels hosted in collaboration with East of Eden.
Various dates
Adult: £35, Members: £31.50
Silent Disco
Choose your side as three DJs do battle over separate wireless channels, playing the very best of new and old.
Various dates
Adult: £30, Members: £27
Adventure Babies
Join us at the Museum with your baby for a sensory storytelling class brought to you by award-winning Adventure Babies.
Various dates
£20 for an adult-child duo
Crochet at the Museum with TOFT
Crochet a special edition Natural History Museum creation at our TOFT crochet workshop.
Various dates and prices
Dino Snores
Families with children 7-11
Dino Snores for Kids
Our sleepover for kids aged 7-11 gives budding natural history bods the chance to discover the Museum after dark and get involved in fun educational activities.
Various dates.
Adult: £75, Child: £75, Members: £67.50
Families with children 7-17
Dino Snores: The Titanosaur Special
Join us for a special, one-off sleepover to celebrate the arrival of our new larger-than-life guest, the colossal titanosaur.
Suitable for families with kids aged 7-17.
7 October 2023
18.30-10.00
Adult: £95, Child: £95, Members: £85.50
Adults over 18
Dino Snores for Grown-ups
Come to a sleepover for grown-ups at one of London's most famous buildings and enjoy a night at the Museum featuring great entertainment, food and drink.
Various dates
Adult: £220, Members: £198
Member events
These events are part of a series of unique talks, tours and viewings for our Members, Patrons, Supporters and Corporate Members only.
Members enjoy free entry to all exhibitions without needing to book, priority access and exclusive events.
