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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Tour

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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Tour

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Max 8

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Tour Duration

2.5 Hours

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Highlights of the tour

Highlights Generally Include (as long the exhibit is not on loan or being restored): 

• The Nation's T. rexnStand face-to-face with a fully assembled Tyrannosaurus rex, one of the most complete specimens ever discovered. 

• The Hope Diamond & Star of Asia SapphirenMarvel at the world's most famous blue diamond, a 45.52-carat gemstone with a fascinating history of mystery and intrigue. Nearby, admire the Star of Asia Sapphire, a deep blue jewel renowned for its size and flawless beauty. 

• Henry the ElephantnMeet the museum's beloved African elephant, a life-sized icon that has greeted visitors for over 60 years, offering a striking introduction to the wonders of the natural world. 

• The Egyptian MummiesnDiscover the collection of real Egyptian mummies and cutting-edge forensic reconstructions. 

• The Arctic Narwhal: Unicorn of the SeanEncounter the elusive narwhal, one of the Arctic's most mysterious creatures. Learn how its spiraled tusk—a tooth that can grow up to ten feet long—helps it navigate icy waters and communicate with its pod.


 

Travel through time at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, home to one of the world's most extensive collections of natural wonders.

 From towering dinosaurs and priceless gemstones to ancient mummies and deep-sea explorers, this museum offers an unparalleled journey through the history of life on Earth.nnOn this 2.5 hour private tour your expert guide will lead you through the museum's most awe-inspiring exhibits. Stand before the Nation's T. rex, one of the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons ever discovered. Marvel at the 46-carat Hope Diamond and the luminescent Dom Pedro Aquamarine, the largest gem of its kind. Come face-to-face with the preserved giants of the animal kingdom, including giraffes, elephants, polar bears, and a life-sized model of Phoenix, a 45-ton whale still being tracked through the ocean. You'll even meet Alvin, the deep-sea submersible that helped uncover the wreck of the Titanic.nnWith 126.5 million artifacts in the museum's collection, your guide will ensure you make the most of your visit, navigating you through the highlights that bring natural history to life. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a returning explorer, this 2.5-hour tour will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the wonders of our planet and beyond.

 


Itinerary

  • A 2.5 hour tour of the Smithsonian Natural History Museum. 
  • Start: At the large stairs at the Madison Drive NW entrance of the Museum of Natural History, facing the lawn of the National Mall. *Please indicate to your driver to drop you off on the mall side*
  • Address: 1010 Madison Dr NW, Washington, DC 20004, USAn

• PRIVATE MUSEUM TOUR 

• PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE

• DURATION 2.5 HOURS

• ALL ENTRANCE FEES


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FAQ's

Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.

Your guide will be wearing a Babylon badge on a Babylon lanyard. They will also reach out to you on the morning of the tour to confirm the meeting point.

Yes! All tickets for the permanent collection are included and organized by Babylon Tours.

Your guide will reach out to you the morning of the tour by text and email. Please ensure you have provided your correct telephone number (including country code) and email beforehand. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don't see the email in your inbox.

No, Viator is a booking platform and Online Travel Agent. They sell our tours, but we are Babylon Tours, a Tour Operator currently offering tours in 12 major cities worldwide!

Yes! You can reschedule free of charge if you notify us at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. For rescheduling within 24 hours, a fee applies to cover guide payments, unused tickets, and company costs (no profit is made on this fee). If you booked through a booking platform like Viator or GetYourGuide, you must reschedule directly with them.

Please inform your guide as soon as possible. As this is a semi-private tour, it must start on time. If your tour is ticketed, the guide will reply to your message with the tickets so you can enter the museum or monument on your own and try to join the guide inside if possible. Please note that once the tour begins, the guide will not be able to regularly check their phone.

Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380. Our refund policy does not cover medical issues that arise within 24 hours of the tour's start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.

Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380 . Our refund policy does not cover transportation issues within 24 hours of the tour's start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.

No, as the museum is large, locating the guide inside is challenging. The guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and accompany the group inside. However, you are welcome to stay in the museum after the tour ends!

Yes, you are welcome to stay in the museum until it closes.

Your guide will have your tickets. As long as you bring proof of ID, the guide's name and number, and arrive at the meeting point on time, the guide will assist you with entry.

Yes, our tours run rain or shine. Please check the forecast and dress appropriately. Tours will only be canceled in the event of a dangerous weather alert from local authorities.n

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