Discover Earth's history at Natural History Museum
London, United Kingdom • 
Popular
PopularLondon, United Kingdom
Popular
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug, Dec
12°C – 22°C, july is typically warm in london, with a lower chance of precipitation, high crowds, peak season
12°C – 22°C, july is typically warm in london, with a lower chance of precipitation, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible; lifts and ramps available.
Wheelchair accessible; lifts and ramps available.
Value for money
Medium
Free entry, but special exhibits have extra costs.
Free entry, but special exhibits have extra costs.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Stunning Exhibits
Couples found the diverse exhibits and architecture to be enriching and romantic.
Wonderful Experience
Visitors loved the grand hall and the iconic blue whale skeleton. A must-see!
Easy Access
Couples appreciated the convenient access via the Tube and the step-free access.
Overcrowded Weekends
Couples found weekends extremely busy. Pre-booking is essential to avoid long queues.
Limited Parking
Parking is very limited, which can be a real hassle for couples who drive.
Additional Costs
Paid exhibitions add up, making the overall experience potentially more expensive.
Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:50 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:50 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:50 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:50 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:50 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:50 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:50 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
April
MEDIUM
6-15°C
April brings milder temperatures and longer days, with a mix of sunshine and rain.
April brings milder temperatures and longer days, with a mix of sunshine and rain.
Open
Special exhibitions or events during Easter may require advance booking.
Special exhibitions or events during Easter may require advance booking.
Recommended
April is a pleasant time to visit, with blooming gardens and a vibrant atmosphere. Be aware of the Easter holiday period, which can lead to increased visitor numbers. Planning visits during weekdays and booking tickets in advance for special exhibitions is advisable.
April is a pleasant time to visit, with blooming gardens and a vibrant atmosphere. Be aware of the Easter holiday period, which can lead to increased visitor numbers. Planning visits during weekdays and booking tickets in advance for special exhibitions is advisable.
May
MEDIUM
8-27°C
May in London offers mild to warm temperatures, making it a pleasant time to visit. The chance of precipitation is moderate, so occasional rain showers are possible.
May in London offers mild to warm temperatures, making it a pleasant time to visit. The chance of precipitation is moderate, so occasional rain showers are possible.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, booking a free timed entry slot online is recommended to ensure entry.
No significant restrictions; however, booking a free timed entry slot online is recommended to ensure entry.
Recommended
May is a favorable month to visit the Natural History Museum, with comfortable weather and manageable crowd levels. Booking a timed entry slot in advance can enhance your experience.
May is a favorable month to visit the Natural History Museum, with comfortable weather and manageable crowd levels. Booking a timed entry slot in advance can enhance your experience.
June
MEDIUM
11-24°C
June brings warmer temperatures to London, with a lower chance of rain compared to May. It's generally a pleasant month weather-wise.
June brings warmer temperatures to London, with a lower chance of rain compared to May. It's generally a pleasant month weather-wise.
Open
No significant restrictions; booking a free timed entry slot online is advisable.
No significant restrictions; booking a free timed entry slot online is advisable.
Recommended
June offers warm weather and moderate crowds at the Natural History Museum. Planning your visit on a weekday and booking in advance can enhance your experience.
June offers warm weather and moderate crowds at the Natural History Museum. Planning your visit on a weekday and booking in advance can enhance your experience.
July
HIGH
12-22°C
July is typically warm in London, with a lower chance of precipitation. It's one of the warmest months, making it popular for tourists.
July is typically warm in London, with a lower chance of precipitation. It's one of the warmest months, making it popular for tourists.
Open
High demand may lead to limited availability; booking a free timed entry slot online well in advance is strongly recommended.
High demand may lead to limited availability; booking a free timed entry slot online well in advance is strongly recommended.
Recommended
July is a popular month to visit the Natural History Museum due to warm weather. Expect high crowd levels; booking in advance and visiting during early hours or weekdays can help mitigate this.
July is a popular month to visit the Natural History Museum due to warm weather. Expect high crowd levels; booking in advance and visiting during early hours or weekdays can help mitigate this.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Metro
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Car
Taxi
Train
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
