What's on

Unravel the epic story of birds, from surviving a mass extinction event to inhabiting every continent on Earth. Discover the secrets to their success and their surprising and often shocking tactics for survival.

Closing 5 January

Telling the incredible stories of life on our planet through powerful photography and expert insight.

Open now

This year we’re celebrating the sixtieth anniversary of our world-renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.

In this free display, we take a look at the role photography has played in advancing the science of natural history. 

Open now

A unique sound installation by Jana Winderen in collaboration with Tony Myatt.

The River explores the beauty and importance of underwater sound and how human-made noises can contribute to sound pollution in our waters.

Open now

Watch a pine tree grow in a matter of seconds and come face to face with a beluga whale in our new mixed reality experience.

Be transported to the year 2125 and discover how our actions have shaped the future of the natural world.

Open now

Adorned with imposing gargoyles, intricate carvings and high, decorative ceilings. Join us for a special tour as we look at the fascinating stories hidden within the architecture of our iconic building.

Various dates and times

Adult: £15, Member: £12
Child: £12, Member: £9.60

Join us for an hour-long tour of our most iconic specimens, from the world’s most complete fossil stegosaur, to the largest blue topaz gemstone of its kind and an infamous gorilla, don’t miss your chance to get to know our best of the best. 

Various dates and times

Adult: £15, Member: £12
Child: £12, Member: £9.60

We care about protecting the planet and encouraging others to do the same. Join us on this tour to discover the work we do, from advocacy and outreach to identifying new species and protecting the collections we care for.

Various dates and times 

Adult: £20, Member: £16
Child: £16, Member: £12.80

See birds in a new light on our revealing tour as you explore the shocking and spectacular tactics our feathered friends use to survive.

Various dates

09.00–10.00

Adult: £25, Member: £22.50
Child: £17, Member: £15.30

Ticket price includes exhibition entry

Take a tour of our beautiful gardens and the highlights of the collections we care for before enjoying a nature-themed afternoon tea in our magnificent member’s room.

Various dates

14.00-16.00

Adult: £110, Child: £88

Get behind the lens of some of the world's best wildlife photographers with this new Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition tour.

Various dates

09.00-09.45

Adult: £30, Member: £15
Child: £24, Member: £12

Ticket price includes exhibition entry

Journey through time and get up close and personal with all the main characters in our world-famous Dinosaurs gallery before it opens to the public on one of our special guided tours.

Various dates

09.00–10.00

Adult: £25, Member: £22.50
Child: £17, Member: £15.30

Go behind the scenes for a look at our fascinating zoology collection preserved in spirit. You'll encounter numerous treasures hidden among the 22 million animal specimens housed here. 

Various dates and times

Adult: £25, Child: £25, Member: £20

Take a guided tour of the first floor Hintze Hall balconies and the Minerals gallery, and hear the gripping histories of several women scientists across history including some who've worked at the Museum. 

Various dates and times

Free, tickets recommended

Discover the fascinating work of women scientists who have focused on space, meteorites and planetary materials. Encounter numerous treasures such as meteorites and learn more our cutting-edge science.

Various dates and times

Free, tickets recommended

Discover the fascinating work of female palaeontologists, where you'll encounter numerous treasures and develop your understanding of fossils and ancient life.

Various dates and times

Free, walk-ups accepted subject to capacity

Join us to explore the relationship between fashion and the natural world and discover the female scientists and activists whose work has shaped our understanding.

Various dates and times

Free, walk-ups accepted subject to capacity

Come and hear about wonderful female scientists of colour. Learn about their inspirational work and how they contributed to our understanding of life on Earth and beyond.

Various dates and times

Free, walk-ups accepted subject to capacity

Explore the link between birds and dinosaurs and learn about the female scientists and artists who study them. Join us and hear the fascinating stories of the women working in this area of science, art and advocacy.

Various dates and times

Free, walk-ups accepted subject to capacity

Chance your luck with our Women in Science Tour lucky dip! Come along, draw out a topic at random and we’ll take you on a fascinating tour to tell you all about it and an extraordinary female scientist working in that area.

Various dates and times

Free, walk-ups accepted subject to capacity

Develop your fieldwork skills and explore the diversity of life beneath the surface of our ponds. Beginning with a pond dipping session and with help from our guide you will learn how to identify various freshwater invertebrate creatures. 

Friday 22 November,  13.00-15.00

This event is for those aged 16 and over.

Free

Discover wildlife artivism, draw a pigeon in our wildlife draw-along and apply your skills to create your own wildlife artivism piece!

Friday 29 November,  15.30-17.30

This event is for those aged 16 and over.

Free

Enjoy an early morning visit free from the hustle and bustle of the public. With access to a wide range of galleries and activities, supported by experienced, autism-aware facilitators.

Various dates

08.00–10.00

Free, tickets required

Get to know our beaked buddies better away from our busy daytime crowds at one of our accessible morning visits designed specifically for our disabled and neurodiverse visitors.

10.00–11.00 every third Wednesday and Saturday

Disabled adult: £13.20
Disabled child: £7.95
Companion ticket: Free

Join us for a special audio-described tour for blind and partially sighted visitors of our exhibition Birds: Brilliant and Bizarre.

Various dates

10.00–11.30

Disabled adult: £13.20
Disabled child: £7.95
Companion ticket: Free

Disabled visitors can see the newest edition of Wildlife Photographer of the Year away from daytime crowds.

10.00–11.00 every other Wednesday and Saturday

Various prices 

Father Christmas is coming to the Museum this December! Join us for a unique storytelling experience. 

Sunday 1 to Sunday 15 December 

Various times 

Adult: Free, Child: £17, Member: £13.60

Celebrate the festive season at our special after-hours event full of wonderful wintery activities and seasonal science. 

Friday 20 December 

18.30-21.30

Adult: £27, Members: £24.30

Following last years’ sell-out event, our New Year’s Eve party is back, so come make natural history with us as we celebrate the arrival of 2025. We’ve jam-packed the event with a whole lot of activities, to make it a night to remember. 

Tuesday 31 December 

20.00–01.30

Adult: £125
VIP adult: £200

Join us after hours to explore all things love and relationships in the natural world.

14 February 2025

18.45-22.30

Adult: £40
Member: £36

Join us after hours for a special Valentine's Silent Disco with the option to add Wildlife Photographer of the Year tickets to your evening. 

14 February 2025, 19.30-00.00

Adult: £35 - £45
Member: £31.50 - £40.50

Learn about cutting-edge scientific research from our leading experts with a new series of on-demand courses designed for anyone interested in the natural world, regardless of skill level. 

Each course is available for £49.99

Calling all dinosaur fans! Join us at our T. Rex show with Teach Rex. They use life-like dinosaurs to perform their show about the life of Tyrannosaurus rex, one the most amazing creatures to have roamed our planet.

Various dates and times

Adult: £12 Child: £12 
Member: £10.80

Take inspiration from our galleries and discover the beautiful art of embroidery with London’s premier embroidery house Hand & Lock.

Saturday 30 November, 18.30–21.00

Evening
Adult: £110, Member: £99 

Delve into our pioneering projects and find out more about our collections as we celebrate and showcase the world-leading scientific research we carry out here at the Museum.

Monday 25 November 

18.30–20.00 

Onsite
Member: £15, Non-member: £25
Online
Member and Supporters: Free, Non-Member: £5

Make waves on the dance floor and curate the soundtrack to your night. Choose your side as three DJs do battle over separate wireless channels, playing the very best of new and old.

Various dates

22.00–01.00

Adult: £35
Member: £31.50

Join us for an evening view of our Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition with special musical performances by the Royal College of Music.

Saturday 30 November

18.45–21.00

Adult: £22.50, Child: £22.50, Member: £12.50

Crochet a special edition Natural History Museum creation at our TOFT crochet workshop, with TOFT’s pure wool, ergonomic tools and expert instruction.

13 December

18.45–21.30

Adult: £80, Member: £72

Join us at the Museum with your baby for a sensory storytelling class brought to you by award-winning Adventure Babies.

Various dates and times

£20 for an adult-child duo

Find your zen at the Museum with a unique series of invigorating yoga classes for a variety of experience levels hosted in collaboration with East of Eden.

Various dates

08.00–09.15

Adult: £35
Member: £31.50 

Our sleepover for kids aged 7-11 gives budding natural history bods the chance to discover the Museum after dark and get involved in fun educational activities.

Various dates

Adult: £80, Child: £80, Member: £72

Our Dino Snores for Kids mixed ages special is back. Perfect for families with kids aged 7-17, this event is fun for the whole family. 

Dates to be announced.

Come to a sleepover for grown-ups at one of London's most famous buildings and enjoy a night at the Museum featuring great entertainment, food and drink.

Various dates

Adult: £220, Member: £198

Take a Jurassic jump back in time and meet the modern-day relatives of the animals that lived alongside dinosaurs in this fantastic animal handling show.

1 November 

11.00–11.45, 12.00–12.45 and 13.00–13.45

Adult: £8, Child: £8, Member: £7.20