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Natural History Museum

Dinosaur fossils, the blue whale and natural history galleries in a landmark South Kensington museum.

A good reason to go

Choose a few galleries for a focused indoor visit, then leave time for the building itself. The museum's permanent galleries offer a substantial free day out, with exhibitions and events priced separately.

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Before you go

THE PRICE NOTE

General admission is free. A free advance ticket is recommended to guarantee entry at busy times; temporary exhibitions and events may cost extra.

CHECK THE DAY

Open daily 10:00–17:50, with last entry at 17:30; closed 24–26 December. The free-entry ticket is not required for every visit but is recommended to guarantee entry at busy times. Check the live page for temporary gallery closures.

DATE-SPECIFIC HOURS

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Checked 31 October 2026. Opening, admission and access can change; confirm with the organiser before you go.

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