Explore the National Museum of Natural History in Washington DC on a private or shared group guided tour.

PRICE: From
$95
per person

 

The collection is housed in a purpose-built structure that covers the area of 18 football fields, but your guide will be there to make sure you don’t waste a second exploring the best parts. Your local English speaking guide will be an expert on the museum who will share a mix of historical & scientific information, background stories and surprising details with you. 

Tour highlights:

• The 46-karat Hope Diamond
• The glowing Dom Pedro Aquamarine and the Star of Asia Sapphire
• Real mummies
• The Ocean Hall, where a real life coral reef exhibit brings the sea to you
• The replica of Phoenix, a 45-ton whale that the museum has been following in the wild
• The Fossil Lab
• The Arctic Narwhal
• Giraffes, elephants, polar bears and other land giants on display

With over 126 million artifacts housed in the collection, you’ll be thankful to your passionate, and engaging guide for navigating you, bringing a personal touch to each tour, adding own favorite anecdotes and tips along the way.

Choose between small group or private tour options
Marvel at the Hope Diamond – one of the world’s most famous jewels
Wonder at the Dom Pedro Aquamarine – the worlds largest gem of its type
See real mummies
Learn the story behind Phoenix, a 45-ton whale

Includes:
Professional guide
2.5-hour walking tour
Private or small group tour of no more than 8 people
Wheelchair tours (by request only)
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Food and drinks
Temporary exhibits

 

 

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