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National Museum Tour: Exclusive 2-Hour Guided Experience
5.0
445 Ratings
Washington
Take part in a 2-hour privileged guided journey around the National Museum of Natural History, showcasing unique wonders from across the globe. The tour will take you through the rocks, mammals, and mummies that have been captivating visitors for more than a hundred years.
Take part in a 2-hour privileged guided journey around the National Museum of Natural History, showcasing unique wonders from across the globe. The tour will take you through the rocks, mammals, and mummies that have been captivating visitors for more than a hundred years.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
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….
- 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
- Duration: 2-hour exclusive tour
- Personal tour guide included
- Wheelchair accessible (limitations apply)
- Educational guided museum tour
- Duration: 2-hour exclusive tour
- Personal tour guide included
- Wheelchair accessible (limitations apply)
- Educational guided museum tour
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
- 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…
- 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.
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Susan_b
Dec 13, 2025
A great introduction to the museum - Meaghan was a wonderful guide and we saw more in 2 hours than we would have seen all day alone. She was engaging and had many interesting facts that we would have missed out on.
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Francescatg6671hu
Nov 19, 2025
Nice. - Fantastic experience. It seems to be the protagonist of a scene from the movie , a night at the museum 😁. I recommend to everyone a visit to the museum
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Emma_c
Oct 11, 2025
Leigh was delightful and... - Leigh was delightful and knowledgeable! She made the museum come to life!. She was also quite helpful navigating other D.C. adventures, due to shut down.
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Suzanne_a
Oct 6, 2025
enthusiastic guide - we had such a great time on our tour. our guide, Lynn, was so knowledgeable and most importantly enthusiastic about what she does, which made the tour even more special.
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Beth_y
Oct 4, 2025
Definitely worth having a... - Definitely worth having a personal guide! She made it easy and kept everyone on track. Will definitely book again next time we’re in the city :)
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Kathywv1310ln
Oct 1, 2025
WONDERFUL TOUR - Ryan was VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE, Friendly, & answered All of our questions. He Never RUSHED & made our tour so memorable!!!
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Calyn_r
Sep 30, 2025
Fantastic tour with Rebecca - Rebecca was knowledgeable, funny, and hit all of the major parts of the museum which is so large and hard to navigate on your own!
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Coastal60448779621
Sep 7, 2025
Brenda was top notch! - Brenda was great, just a walking wealth of information. She is very knowledgeable and keeps everything moving at a good pace. She was very intuitive about what we were interested in & what we could skip. Highly recommend her!
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Nicolahm1086ir
Aug 29, 2025
Guided tour - Ryan was a very knowledgeable Guide with a great sense of humor! Thanks for this great tour. Would definitely do it again!
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Jolene_o
Aug 24, 2025
Leigh was fantastic! I’ve... - Leigh was fantastic! I’ve never had a more knowledgeable tour guide. She was hilarious and had great stories. I hope I have her on future tours.
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