Smithsonian Natural History Museum Guided Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the Hall of Geology, Gems, and Minerals
- Discover the Hall of Human Origins
- Marvel at the Hope Diamond
- Visit the Insect Zoo
- See the Giant Squid Exhibit
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Expert guide
- Skip-the-line entry
- Personalized tour experience
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is wheelchair accessible.
- Stroller access is available for families with young children.
- Service animals are permitted inside the museum.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the museum is extensive.
- Photography is allowed, but flash is prohibited in certain exhibits.
- Food and drinks are not permitted inside the museum.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Notes: Natural History Museum 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.
Traveler reviews
Nice job!!!!
Very well done! Our guide, Ryan did a superb job!!!! He was cued into what was important to us and did a wonderful job making the time with him very well spent!
Amanda was an excellent...
Amanda was an excellent tour guide. She was extremely knowledgeable and very nice. We had a great time and learned many things.
Kate was great
Our tour guide Kate was wonderful. She was extremely knowledgeable and communicated well throughout the tour. We enjoyed her pace and overall energy! Thank you Kate!
Best guide ever!!
Our tour was through Babylon and Leigh was our guide. She was amazing! The knowledge she shared through the Smithsonian of Natural History was unbelievable. The tour took 2 hours and worth every penny!! The museum was crowded but we were able to hear everything she said.
Good Experience for family of 4
Great way to go through the museum without being in a large group. Perfect for midsized family and friends groups and get a through tour of all the exhibits available for viewing. The guide did a great job answering questions and had pictures that enhanced the experience. The tour was about 3 hrs in length with small breaks as requested. We were very happy with our experience with 4 people.