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Washington Natural History Museum Guided Tour 2.5 hr

TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10

AverageTop 36% in Washington DC

3 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Washington DC
  • 2 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Explore the Hope Diamond, touch a dinosaur bone and see global exhibits on a guided tour of Washington’s Natural History Museum.

About this tour

Explore the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History on a guided tour in Washington, DC, where prehistoric giants and remarkable treasures bring the natural world to life. Meet at the Constitution Avenue entrance and step inside for a closer look at the stories behind the museum’s celebrated collections.

Your guide shares the curious history of the Hope Diamond and leads you through exhibits featuring objects from around the world. Get hands-on with an actual dinosaur bone and a piece of Mars, adding a memorable tactile dimension to your visit. The museum’s vast galleries span Earth’s natural history, from ancient life and minerals to the diversity of animals and ecosystems. Along the way, take in striking displays, including a towering dinosaur skeleton and the blue whale suspended overhead.

This 2.5-hour guided experience pairs fascinating context with standout sights, helping you make the most of your time among the collections. Discover the museum’s wonders with a Washington Natural History Museum guided tour, and leave with a fresh perspective on our planet’s past and present.

Highlights

  • Uncover the Hope Diamond’s cursed history
  • See exhibits from around the world
  • Touch an actual dinosaur bone
  • Handle a piece of Mars

What's included

Included

  • Guided services

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Important information

  • Meet at the museum’s Constitution Avenue entrance, 900 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20004

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.3. Top 36% in Washington DC means it ranks in the top 36% of tours in Washington DC by this score.

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