
London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids
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5.0/5
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Quick answer
Is London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids worth booking?
London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids is a 2.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $62 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $62 per person
This tour has been designed especially for families with children, and the whole family will be fascinated, entertained and educated thanks to the knowhow of your highly-qualfied, kid-friendly guide. You will be taken ba
What you get
About this experience
This tour has been designed especially for families with children, and the whole family will be fascinated, entertained and educated thanks to the knowhow of your highly-qualfied, kid-friendly guide. You will be taken back to the Jurassic period to discover a selection of intriguing fossils, and the Dinosaur Gallery is an absolute must-see for children and adults alike. Your guide will add to the experience with anecdotes about the collections on display as you explore many of the 70 million artifacts in the museum's mineralogy, paleontology, zoology and botany collections.
What's included
Included
- Blue Badge Guide
- Private Tour
- Professional kid-friendly guide
- Private Guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and Drinks
What you'll see and do
Natural History Museum
Having met your guide just outside this marvellous museum, which is also a working research centre, you will start your exploration of an exhibition which invites visitors to enjoy as well as learn about the natural world. Winner of first prize for Best Free Activities and Best for Learning categories at the 2018 Hoop Awards, the museum boasts around 70 million exhibits across its five main collections: botany, entomology, mineralogy, paleontology and zoology. One of the most popular sections of museum, especially with kids, is the Dinosaur Gallery, and the jewel in its crown, a Tyrannosaurus Rex which is between 122 and 129 million years old, is one of the most important dinosaur skeletons ever discovered. Other items not to be missed (and which your guide will make sure you don't miss) include the Marine Reptile Fossils, the Jurassic sea crocodiles, a breathtaking 25.2-metre-long blue whale skeleton, a giant sequoia tree and a fantastic range of stuffed birds. Thanks to the skill, knowledge and expertise of your top-rated, kid-friendly guide, you'll come away from this tour feeling like you've really learned something and enjoyed yourselves in the process. The Natural History Museum tour promises to be a truly unforgettable experience.
150 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Meet your guide TO THE RIGHT OF THE EXHIBITION ROAD ENTRANCE OF THE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM (on the East side of the Museum). The tour guide will be showing a sign with the customer's name.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet your guide TO THE RIGHT OF THE EXHIBITION ROAD ENTRANCE OF THE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM (on the East side of the Museum). The tour guide will be showing a sign with the customer's name.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- London Tours With Kids
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Highly Recommend Private Tour for Kids
Our guide Tim was not only knowledgeable but personable and really tailored the tour to our 10 year old daughter's interests which made for a special experience. We learned a great deal and enjoyed ourselves at the museum without feeling overwhelmed because of his expertise. Thank you, Tim, Trip Advisor, and Viator!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We’re so happy to hear that you had such a great time with Tim and that the whole family enjoyed an experience that was both educational and fun. Best regards
via Tripadvisor
Natural History Museums with two 6 years old girls
Alexandra was excellent in keeping interested and attentive for two hours of visit our two 6 years old girls. With her knowledge and experience she manage to find the right balance of captivating and well detailed scientific information with anecdotal stories and games. Highly recommended.
via Viator
A great morning at the London Natural History Museum
Our guide, Alexandra, was wonderful. It was a tour aimed at children and she was so engaging with my 10 year old granddaughter. Asked her questions, shared lots of fascinating information and made it fun for all of us!
via Viator
A perfect first time tour for family
Carol is wonderfully well prepared for the tour. The commentary started, right from the context of which the Museum was founded and also on the characteristics of the Blue terra-cotta used on the architecture. The brief descriptions of the set up of the exhibits were also given which, is extremely helpful for future visits. With 80 millions objects, Carol was able to pick out the most characteristics (not necessarily most ‘famous’) and those of particular interests of my 11 year old to show us in just under 3 hours. There was never a dull moment in the tour, and Carol was extremely patient in answering our questions, and answering them in details. We felt we have seen quite a lot but we were never rushed,. A perfect balance of learning and leisure was combined.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $62 to $464
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids cost?
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Prices start at $62 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does London Natural History Museum with Dinosaurs Gallery Private Tour for Kids start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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