Natural History Museum
Museum · South Kensington, London

Natural History Museum

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The Natural History Museum holds huge collections of fossils, minerals, plants and animals in a Victorian building known as a cathedral to nature. Its central Hintze Hall is home to Hope, a real blue whale skeleton. Don't miss the dinosaur gallery and the earthquake simulator.

On day 4 of London in 5 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Free entry for general admission.
Time needed
Allow two to three hours.
Best time
Weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
Getting there
South Kensington station on the Circle, District and Piccadilly lines.

Itineraries with Natural History Museum

Day 4 of London in 5 Days

Kensington museums

How Natural History Museum fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Natural History MuseumSouth Kensington
  2. 13:00Victoria and Albert MuseumSouth Kensington
  3. 15:30Hyde ParkHyde Park
  4. 17:00Kensington PalaceKensington
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Natural History Museum questions

Is the Natural History Museum free?

Yes, general admission is free.

How long does a visit take?

Most visitors spend two to three hours.

What are the opening hours?

Hours vary by season. Check the official website for current times.

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