London: Guided Tour of the Natural History Museum

Meet your guide and begin by passing through the Bag Check and the Contactless Donations queue, where an impressive giraffe skeleton stands tall next to a taxidermy giraffe, setting the tone for the incredible collection within. Enter the grand hall, adorned with terracotta arches and columns, and notice playful terracotta monkeys scaling the walls, a nod to Sir Richard Owen’s rivalry with Charles Darwin. Stop at the Dinosaur Gallery, featuring prehistoric skeletons, including the iconic Diplodocus. Next, enter the Mammals Gallery, displaying a diverse array of taxidermy specimens and skeletons, from African elephants to cheetahs. In the Marine Life section, see a breathtaking blue whale skeleton suspended from the ceiling, highlighting ocean biodiversity. Admire life-sized models and fossilized remains in the Human Evolution Gallery. Finally, explore the Earth Sciences Gallery, filled with geological wonders like gemstones and volcanic rocks. End your tour at the museum's café and gift shop, where you can relax and pick up a souvenir. As you leave, admire the museum's stunning architecture and intricate wall carvings, reflecting the legacy of both extinct and living species.