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Discover the cosmos which has fascinated humans since we first gazed at the night sky! Meet the Museum scientists working at the forefront of space research and get answers to your pressing questions about our solar system, space missions, space travel, the search for life on Mars, planetary protection, and beyond! The gem-filled meteorites and diamond stardust which is older than our solar system will leave you in awe.

Are There Toilets?

All toilets are open. The restrooms are cleaned regularly.

Baby Friendly?

Wheelchair-accessible toilets and baby-changing facilities are clearly marked on the Museum map.

Where Shall I Park?

The Museum does not have parking facilities on-site and parking around the Museum is limited.

Features

  • Indoor
  • Disabled Access

Category

Museums

Museums

Suitable For

3-5

3-5

6-9

6-9

10+

10+

Claire’s Tip

Claire's Tips
"Cromwell Road main entrance: This entrance is open and has step-free access. Exhibition Road: This entrance is open and has step-free access."

Opening Times

Monday-Sunday 10am-5:50pm

Price Information

See the website for varying pricingg.

How To Get There

Directions

By Tube: The nearest Tube station is South Kensington, about a five-minute walk from the Museum's main entrance on Cromwell Road. Piccadilly, District and Circle line trains stop at South Kensington. This station is not step-free. Gloucester Road station is about a 12-minute walk from the main entrance on Cromwell Road. It services the Piccadilly, District and Circle lines. This station has a lift but is not step-free. By Bus: Several bus routes stop near the Museum.

Static google map of National History Museum

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