The Natural History Museum

London is home to the Natural History Museum, one of the best science museums in the world. The main campus is the stunning, historical, Alfred Waterhouse building, which was built in 1881, and is well worth a visit all by itself. Featuring awe-inspiring exhibits all wrapped up in a masterpiece of architectural design, this museum is a must-visit for anyone who travels to London. Permanent exhibits focus on subjects like space, human evolution, British wildlife, and dinosaurs, and rotating exhibits have included wildlife photography and fun nods to Harry Potter. One of the most famous and certainly most prominent of the exhibits—nicknamed "Dippy"—is a 105-foot (32 m)-a long replica of a Diplodocus carnegii skeleton that was on display for many years within the central hall. But the recent replacement of "Dippy" the Diplodocus with a Blue Whale skeleton does dampen the museum's "magic".

The Natural History Museum in London first opened in 1881 and hosts over 5 million guests a year and admission is always free. If you’re visiting London, stop by Windsor Castle after you read these wild secrets about it.

Location: London

Time open: 10 am–5:30 pmz