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Natural History Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max

Recommended by 99% of travelers
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London, England
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Anyone can browse the dinosaur exhibits and gemstones of the Natural History Museum, but not many will understand their history and geology. But with a guide, you’ll go straight to the highlights of the 80 million-piece collection, all while learning about the origins and history of planet Earth. In a small group of just eight people (or on a private tour, if option selected), you’ll enjoy more interaction with your guide as you discover the best of the museum.
  • Hear stories and learn facts you wouldn't encounter on your own
  • Enjoy an insider experience at one of London's top museums
  • Upgrade for a private tour to make your experience extra personal
  • Follow your guide through the crowds and straight to the highlights

What's Included

  • Guided Museum Tour
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Admission to temporary exhibitions
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Natural History Museum /Cromwell Road (Stop H)
    South Kensington, London SW7 2DH, UK

    Meet your guide by the red telephone booth across the street from Exhibition Road entrance of the Natural History Museum (outside on the East of the building on Exhibition Road)

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

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Natural History Museum

2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
  • A maximum of 8 people per tour allowed
  • Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Notes: Natural History Museum and other attractions or museums in London may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Important Details We stand by our commitment to providing the best tour experience. If for any reason your experience did not meet expectations, we offer a 100% Guarantee under the following conditions: 1. Contact Us Within 24 Hours – To qualify for any potential refund or resolution, you must reach out to us within 24 hours of your tour. 2. Give Us a Chance to Make It Right – Before posting any negative reviews online, please allow us the opportunity to address your concerns. We take pride in our customer service and are committed to finding a fair solution. To request a resolution, please contact us at after tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to ensuring every guest has an amazing experience!
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 71 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing experience!

Baisaran_N, Aug 2024
Very nice experience. Worth going for. Very nice and informative guide! Good opportunity to learn facts!

Worthwhile

Karlene_W, Aug 2024
We did the museum with Matilda the tour guide from Babylon Tours, who was absolutely fantastic - she was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic, everyone in our group (family, friends and godson) enjoyed the experience more due to Matilda. I would highly recommend doing the private tour, you get to skip the line and then get intricate details about some of the key parts of the museum. The only let down for me was we did not get to see the dinosaur section, however we understood why as it is obviously one of the most popular parts and the queue alone to get in was extensive.

Natural History Museum

Timothy_H, May 2024
Having a guide showing you the must see exhibits and navigating you through is so helpful. Matilda was a phenomenal guide!

Review of semiprivate tour of Natural History museum

Rashmi_D, Nov 2023
The guide Ivo was very knowledgeable. He has done masters in geology. The museum itself is fascinating. He showed us the minor details which we would have missed otherwise. The dinosaur section was mind blowing! As was the mining section. Meteor was surreal!

Tour was cancelled

Amanda_M, Nov 2023
Unfortunately the tour was cancelled at the last minute as the guide was unwell so unable to comment.

Awesome and well worth the money

Elworth_W, Aug 2023
Our host (Mathilda) was great. She was very knowledgeable and knew where to take us in this vast museum. This is the only way to go.

Great tour, well...

ALI_A, Dec 2022
Great tour, well organized really enjoyed the museum. Will definitely recommend it to friends and family.

Fantastic experience

Bridget_S, Apr 2022
Tony was a very experienced guide. My 2 teenage boys absolutely loved the experience. So pleased we had a guide to show us everything

One more thing checked of my list of what I really liked anted to visit!

Sofia_A, Nov 2021
See all the dinosaurs and all the exquisite gem stones! It was very interesting to hear about all the things we were visiting in the museum!

Great experience!

Clare_V, Aug 2021
We had a fantastic tour around the Natural History Museum. Our guide was fantastic and made our experience very informative and enjoyable! Thank you.

National history tour

Denise_P, Jun 2021
We had a great day. Tony was very informative and entertaining my grandson was very interested throughout the tour. Tony was very patient and was with us far longer than he was booked thank you x

Weniger ist mehr - Privatführung empfehlenswert

Alexandra_K, Dec 2022
Wir hatten eine Privattour mit Anthony Mattews und können das nur empfehlen, wenn man konzentriert auf div. Themen Bezug nehmen möchte. Sonst ist das bei den Millionen Exponaten einfach nur ein "Durchgehen". Zu viel von allem. Anthony war sehr versiert und ging auf unsere Wünsche ein. Er hat uns sehr gut durch den Vormittag geführt. Am besten gleich um 10 Uhr dort sein - sonst füllt es sich auch in den "ruhigen Zeiten" sehr rasch. Tolles Gebäude, wundervolle Räume auch für Kinder geeignet.
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