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Smithsonian Museum Tour: Explore Natural History

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134 Ratings

Washington

Become a part of a 2-hour guided journey through the National Museum of Natural History that caters to a group of no more than 8 guests. Explore the fascinating world of minerals, mammals, and mummies that have been captivating spectators for more than 100 years.

Duration: 2 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History - Your guide will take you to visit the highlights of the collection, housed in a massive building that covers the area of 18 football fields. Gaze into the world-famous Hope Diamond, whose brilliant blue sparkle, and immodest size at 46 karats, captured the attention of former owner Marie Antoinette. Wander through the displays of gems and minerals, including the Dom Pedro Aquamarine, the world’s largest gem of its type, which glows brilliantly from within. Travel back in time to learn about death rituals while exploring real mummies from Ancient Egypt. Then step out of the past into the wild, exploring the mighty polar bears, elephants, and giraffes that roam across earth’s surface. From the land, jump into the sea at the Ocean Hall, where you’ll discover a live coral reef exhibit as well as a 45-ton whale, Phoenix, which is a replica of a real living what that the museum tracks. By the end, you’ll understand why so many people come to visit the 126.5 million artefacts housed at the National Museum of Natural History.

What's Included

2-hour tour duration
Semi-private museum experience
Expert guidance by a professional art historian
Small group size with a maximum of 8 guests

What's Not Included

Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair

Additional Information

It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
A maximum of 8 people permitted per tour allowed
A moderate amount of walking is involved, comfortable clothing and shoes recommended
Notes: National Museum of Natural History and other attractions or museums in DC 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.

Location

1010 Madison Dr NW

Madison Drive Northwest

Meet your guide on the large stairs at the Madison Drive NW entrance of the Museum of Natural History, facing the lawn of the National Mall.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Camper821930

May 22, 2024

Brenda is Awesome! - Brenda was knowledgeable and entertaining! She was super friendly and had a lot of great facts and stories about the exhibits! We had a wonderful time! Would go again!