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Smithsonian Museum of Natural History - Exclusive Guided Museum Tour

Overview
Join a 2 hour exclusive guided tour of the National Museum of Natural History, featuring rare marvels from around the world. The tour will lead you through the minerals, mammals, and mummies that have been wowing visitors for over a century.
City: Washington DC
Tue 24 Dec
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Starting at $94.34
Tue 24 Dec
Starting at $94.34
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What's Included
Duration 2 Hours
Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
Wheelchair Friendly (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
Guided Museum Tour
Additional Info
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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.
What To Expect
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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 worldā€™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 earthā€™s surface. From the land, jump into the sea at the Ocean Hall, where youā€™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, youā€™ll understand why so many people come to visit the 126.5 million artefacts housed at the National Museum of Natural History.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (202)
Charlton_T
Oct 2022
Leigh was a very thoughtful and knowledgeable guide who showed us highlights in the main areas. Most memorable for me was the whole story of the Egyptian mummies. I especially appreciated the reveal of the humanity involved in the burial process. I also loved the reveal of the connection of dinosaurs and birds and all the amazing bones, along with the story of the super quick and devastating mass destruction brought on by the meteor hit.
Emilia_L
Oct 2022
Richard was excellent!!!! Very knowledgeable and profesional! Great experience!!!!I would recommend this tour to everyone.
Honour_M
Sep 2022
Totally worth it. Tony was an amazing guide and full of knowledge! We were able to see so much in a short period of time during our visit. Tony made sure we could see the most meaningful and powerful things - leaving other items for us to discover on own time. Gave so much input and advice. Truly was amazing. Thank you.

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