Natural History Museum London — Express Guided Tour with Multilingual Audio Guide
Start with a guided exterior introduction, then use a multilingual audio guide to explore the Natural History Museum’s signature specimens—blue whale skeleton, T. rex and Darwin Centre—on a three-hour self-paced visit.
The Experience
Before You Go
Download the app before arrival
Scan the QR on your voucher and download the audio guide to avoid museum Wi‑Fi delays; bring headphones.
Travel light
Cloakroom space is limited and charges apply—avoid large bags and suitcases inside the galleries.
Time your visit
Midday openings can be busiest; mornings or late afternoons are quieter for better photos and listening.
Respect specimen rules
No food or drink in exhibits and flash photography is restricted in certain galleries to protect specimens.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •The Darwin Centre ‘cocoon’—a glass lift and research area showing specimens and staff at work
- •Evolution Garden and adjacent courtyard sculptures—quiet spots for close-up photos and informal fossil motifs
Wildlife
- •Blue whale (skeleton display)
- •Tyrannosaurus rex (fossil cast)
Conservation Note
The museum runs research and conservation programs on biodiversity and collections care; visitors are encouraged to minimize single‑use plastics and follow exhibit rules to protect specimens.
Opened in 1881 from collections amassed by 19th-century naturalists, the museum reflects Victorian scientific priorities and public education in its architecture and displays.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoesEssential
Hard floors and long galleries call for sturdy shoes to keep you comfortable during a multi-hour visit.
HeadphonesEssential
Necessary for private listening to the audio guide and to hear narration clearly in galleries.
Portable phone charger
The audio app and digital map drain batteries—carry a power bank for uninterrupted use.
Light rain jacket
London weather changes quickly; a compact jacket keeps you comfortable walking to and from the museum.
Common Questions
Is entry to the Natural History Museum free?
General admission to the museum is free; this package adds a guided introduction, reserved-entry timing, audio guide access and a donation to the museum.
What languages does the audio guide support?
Multilingual audio commentary is available in English, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Korean and Spanish through the app.
Is the museum accessible for wheelchairs and strollers?
Yes — the museum is wheelchair and stroller accessible; lifts and step-free routes are available throughout main galleries.
Can I buy tickets for special exhibitions on-site?
Special exhibitions often require separate tickets which can be purchased at the museum or online; check exhibition pages in advance as some are timed-entry only.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
3 hours
Location
London, Greater London
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires moderate walking and standing for gallery viewing
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