Whale skeleton in Natural History Museum gallery, London, with visitors exploring.
Natural History Museum exterior with twin towers and autumn trees in London.
Tyrannosaurus rex model at the Natural History Museum, London, United Kingdom.
Whale skeleton in the grand hall of the Natural History Museum, London, with visitors exploring.
Interior of the Natural History Museum in London, showcasing the grand architecture and arched windows.
Mammoth skeleton exhibit at the Natural History Museum.
Visitors exploring exhibits at the Natural History Museum, London.

Natural History Museum Reserved Entry Ticket & Audio Tour, London

London
Museums
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Duration: 2 hours

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Audio guide

Access to multilingual audio guide

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Explore London's Natural History Museum with reserved entry and an audio tour, allowing you to navigate its galleries on your own schedule. This museum is renowned for one of the world’s most significant collections dedicated to natural history, science, and discovery. Inside, stand beneath the suspended blue whale skeleton in Hintze Hall as part of your guided exploration.

Gain reserved entry to London’s Natural History Museum through these tickets that include an informative audio guide and digital map for your convenience.

Witness the awe-inspiring suspended blue whale skeleton in Hintze Hall alongside a life-sized animatronic T. rex, complemented by fossil displays within the Dinosaurs Gallery.

Explore interactive exhibits featuring volcanoes and earthquakes with multilingual commentary available in five languages at Earth Hall’s iconic giant rotating globe.

Opt for an AI-powered audio guide or enjoy a 30-minute guided tour led by a host before entering the museum, both providing access to a multilingual audio guide.

Entry ticket for the Natural History Museum with Reserved status

Highlights audio tour in Chinese, German, English, French, Italian, Korean, and Spanish

English-speaking host available at meeting point

Digital map provided upon entry

£1 donation to support the Natural History Museum

Use of Headout's exclusive AI-powered audioguide app (English only, iPhone required)

Engaging stories, directions, and insights accessible on your phone; onsite device rental not needed

Priority Admission

Special Exhibit Access

Guided Tour Service

Audio Device Rental

Whale skeleton in Natural History Museum gallery, London, with visitors exploring.

Whale skeleton in Natural History Museum gallery, London, with visitors exploring.

Your Experience at the Natural History Museum

Located in London’s heart near Hintze Hall, your visit to the Natural History Museum includes reserved entry along with an English-speaking audio guide. This setup allows you to explore independently and explore various exhibits.

Getting Started

A quick ticket check is all it takes before stepping inside with a digital map in hand. Your audio tour will guide your exploration through the museum’s many galleries, ensuring no highlight goes unnoticed.

What to Expect at Natural History Museum This

The Natural History Museum boasts one of the world's most extensive collections focused on natural history and scientific discovery. With an engaging experience facilitated by your audio tour, you can explore this treasure trove at a leisurely pace.

Museum Highlights:
  • Hintze Hall: Marvel at the blue whale skeleton hanging from above—a testament to the museum’s dedication to biodiversity.
  • Dinosaurs Gallery: Stand face-to-face with a life-sized animatronic T. rex and explore fossil displays that narrate prehistoric tales.
  • Earth Hall: Engage with interactive exhibits featuring a giant rotating globe, volcanoes, and earthquakes to understand Earth’s dynamic nature.
  • Minerals & Gems: Admire an array of crystals, meteorites, and rare stones that highlight geological diversity across the planet.
  • Wildlife Galleries: Explore fascinating displays showcasing animals from every continent—both extinct and extant—with detailed commentary enhancing your understanding.

Optional Extras:

  • AI Audio Guide (iPhone only): Experience a personalized audio tour that adapts to what interests you most, offering an engaging conversation with each exhibit.
  • Hosted Entry: Meet your guide at the designated meeting point for an engaging 30-minute exterior walk followed by a brief orientation inside key museum areas.
  • Multilingual Audioguide: Enjoy insightful commentary in five languages, enriching your visit with background stories and facts on major exhibits.
Natural History Museum exterior with twin towers and autumn trees in London.

Natural History Museum exterior with twin towers and autumn trees in London.

Tyrannosaurus rex model at the Natural History Museum, London, United Kingdom.

Tyrannosaurus rex model at the Natural History Museum, London, United Kingdom.

Whale skeleton in the grand hall of the Natural History Museum, London, with visitors exploring.

Whale skeleton in the grand hall of the Natural History Museum, London, with visitors exploring.

What to bring

    Your headphones are needed to listen to the digital audio guide during your visit.

    Prohibited items

    • Sharp objects, including scissors and knives, along with large bags and suitcases, cannot be brought on this tour due to venue restrictions.

    Pets aren't permitted inside the venue as per its policies.

    Accessibility details

    • The experience offers partial wheelchair accessibility for convenience.

    Your guide dogs are allowed entry at the location.

    Additional information

    • Note that special exhibition tickets aren't included; these can be purchased separately if desired.
    • To ensure a smooth start, download your audio guide by scanning the QR code on your voucher before you arrive.
    • An English-speaking child-friendly audio option is available for younger visitors.
    • Plan to reach at least 5 minutes early to meet your scheduled entry time and avoid any rush.

    To collect your tickets, head to the Exhibition Road Courtyard in front of the Victoria & Albert Museum arch. Your host will be wearing a dark blue ‘VoxCity’ uniform.

    Interior of the Natural History Museum in London, showcasing the grand architecture and arched windows.

    Interior of the Natural History Museum in London, showcasing the grand architecture and arched windows.

    Mammoth skeleton exhibit at the Natural History Museum.

    Mammoth skeleton exhibit at the Natural History Museum.

    Activate and download the audio guide on your phone ahead of time for a quick entry to the museum without delays at the ticket check.

    If you plan to visit multiple attractions in London, start with this one as it offers reserved access, helping you avoid long queues.

    Bring headphones so you can easily follow along with your multilingual audio tour and make the most of exploring exhibits like Hintze Hall's blue whale skeleton or the Dinosaurs Gallery.

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    Operating hours

    Natural History Museum

    Monday
    10:00am - 5:50pm • last entry 5:30pm
    Tuesday
    10:00am - 5:50pm • last entry 5:30pm
    Wednesday
    10:00am - 5:50pm • last entry 5:30pm
    Thursday
    10:00am - 5:50pm • last entry 5:30pm
    Friday
    10:00am - 5:50pm • last entry 5:30pm
    Saturday
    10:00am - 5:50pm • last entry 5:30pm
    Sunday
    10:00am - 5:50pm • last entry 5:30pm
    • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.
    • Closed on 24th Dec 2026, 25th Dec 2026 and 26th Dec 2026.

    By proceeding with any booking via Staybook, you acknowledge and agree to adhere to all the .

    FAQs

    You should bring your own headphones for using the digital audio guide.
    The highlights audio tour is available in Chinese, German, English, French, Italian, Korean, and Spanish.
    With these tickets, you receive access to a digital map and an informative audio guide.
    Pets are not permitted due to venue restrictions, but guide dogs are welcome at the museum.
    Yes, a £1 donation is included towards supporting the Natural History Museum.
    The AI-powered audio guide offers an English-only interactive experience and requires an iPhone to use.
    Sharp objects such as scissors, knives, large bags, and suitcases are not allowed in the museum.
    Hintze Hall houses a dramatic blue whale skeleton suspended from its ceiling.
    The museum is partially accessible to wheelchairs, ensuring easier navigation through the galleries.
    Special exhibition tickets are not part of what you receive when purchasing these entries; they must be purchased separately if desired.

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