Natural History Museum


	Natural History Museum Don't miss the enormous dinosaur skeletons and other exciting exhibits This is one of the top attractions for kids in London. The entrance hall with the huge dinosaur skeleton is well known and never ceases to amaze. It is a huge place, so it is advisable to visit only a couple of different zones to really enjoy the place. You will find the helpers in red fleeces very knowledgeable and able to point you in the right direction (which is necessary because the maps are not very detailed). The most popular zone by far is the Dinosaur Zone. It has an impressive start to it, with a Tyrannosaurus Rex and Triceratops. You then climb steps to cross the sky walk. This gives you a great view of all the displays. Towards the end you will come across animatronic dinosaurs which are very impressive, but a bit scary for the younger ones. The only down side is that due to the one way system, once you are in this zone, you have to keep going if you want to leave. There are no short cuts. Also, be warned that the last exhibit shows Dinosaur themed toys and surprise, surprise the exit faces the toy shop. A good marketing ploy for the museum but infuriating for parents. Look out for the "Focus Points" where staff allow children to learn about the exhibits through touch and games. They are a good way of bringing some of the displays to life, because there are limited interactive exhibits (although the number is growing). Great fun, especially for kids aged 4 and above. Visitor Reviews: "This is one of my favorite places ... " read on Address: Cromwell Road, South Kensington, SW7 5BD Telephone: 020 7942 5725 Admission: Free! Opening Times: Daily 10am to 5.30pm including Bank Holidays Nearest Tube: South Kensington Where to Eat: On site cafe What's nearby: Science Museum Have you been here? Tell us what you think of this place! To avoid disappointment, it is strongly recommended that you call to check opening times and admission prices before setting out! Return from Natural History Museum to Homepage	Fun Family Events UK Days Out and Events Top Ten Places For Kids Science Museum Madame Tussaud's London Dungeon London Aquarium London Eye Natural History Museum Tate Modern Tower of London London Zoo Museum of Childhood Recommend a Place Recommend a Place Subscribe to this Site Bookmark This Page
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