--- title: Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Tour slug: smithsonian-national-museum-natural-history-tour-washington type: attraction sub_type: walking tours source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/smithsonian-national-museum-natural-history-tour-washington city: Washington state: DC country: US address: 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW geo: lat: 38.8921 lng: -77.02596 duration: up to 2.5 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T21:16:15.685Z price_from: amount: 90 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 5 count: 2621 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Semi-Private Tour price: 90 ticket_types: - name: Adult (18+ yrs) min_age: 18 - name: Youth (10-17 yrs) min_age: 10 max_age: 17 - name: Child (0-9 yrs) min_age: 0 max_age: 9 --- ## Overview Explore the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History on a semi-private guided tour showcasing famous treasures like the Hope Diamond, Dom Pedro Aquamarine, real mummies, Ocean Hall’s coral reef, and Phoenix the 45-ton whale. ## What's Included - Semi-private museum tour - Professional tour guide ## What's Not Included - Transportation (no hotel pick-up or drop-off) ## Ticket Options - **Semi-Private Tour** — $90.00 This small-group tour includes a professional guide who will lead you through the highlights of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, such as real mummies from Ancient Egypt, the Hope Diamond, Ocean Hall, and more. - Adult (18+ yrs) - Youth (10-17 yrs) - Child (0-9 yrs) ## Good to Know * Tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to start time. * Meet your guide at the large stairs at the Madison Drive NW entrance, facing the National Mall lawn. Bring your valid photo ID. * Discover the Star of Asia sapphire, the Natural Wonders of the World photography exhibit, a live fossil lab with working scientists, and more. * Help speed up your museum entry by limiting personal belongings, as bags are subject to thorough searches. * Only handbags and small/slim backpacks are allowed, not large bags and suitcases. * The museum does not offer a coat, bag, or locker storage. * Tour is semi-private with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 8 people. * Cameras are permitted but not tripods, monopods, selfie sticks or similar devices. * Sharp objects (knives, screwdrivers, scissors), firearms, and pepper spray/Mace are not allowed inside. * Wear comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing, noting that some sites require appropriate attire for entry. * All visitors must go through security screening including metal detectors and bag checks. * The tour is not available for guests with mobility issues or using a wheelchair. * If the museum closes unexpectedly and the delay exceeds 1 hour from the tour start time, an alternative will be offered but no refunds or discounts will be provided. * There is no public parking at the museum; on-street meter parking and nearby commercial lots are available. ADA-accessible parking is around the National Mall. ## Cancellation Policy Free Changes & Cancellations – See details upon selection. ## FAQs ### Where does the tour meet? The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is located at 10th St. & Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560. You will meet your guide at the large stairs at the Madison Drive NW entrance facing the lawn of the National Mall. ### How long is the tour? The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours. ### Is there Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History parking available? There are no public parking facilities for the Smithsonian Institution on the National Mall. On-street meter parking is available, with enforcement times posted on meters and signs. There are also commercial parking lots located nearby. Designated ADA-accessible parking is available around the National Mall. ### What is included in this tour? The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Tour includes a semi-private museum tour and a professional tour guide. ### How many people will be on this tour? This is a semi-private tour, limited to a maximum of 8 guests, with a minimum requirement of 2 participants. ### What language are the tours provided in? This tour is in English. ### Is transportation provided? No. This tour does not include hotel pick-up or drop-off. An Uber or taxi is recommended. ### What should I wear for the tour? Wear comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing, but please note that certain sites on this tour require appropriate attire for entry. ### Will there be security screening? All visitors are required to go through a metal detector and screening during the security process. Security personnel will conduct a hand-check of all bags, briefcases, purses, strollers, and containers. Those unable to go through the metal detector will be hand-screened with an electronic wand by security personnel. Protective safety shields have been installed at bag-check screening stations and register. Visitors are asked to limit the number of personal belongings and bags brought into the museum as they will be subject to a thorough search. Limiting the items brought will increase your speed through security checkpoints and help to maintain a safe social distance. Please note that no coat, bag, or locker storage is available at this time. ### Is this tour wheelchair accessible? This tour is not available for guests with mobility issues or using a wheelchair. ### What happens if the museum closes unexpectedly? The National History Museum may be subject to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, guests will be provided with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1 hour from the tour starting time. In these cases Babylon Tours is unable to provide refunds or discounts.