Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County Admission

In Los Angeles, California

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Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County Admission
Delve into the natural world of past and present with admission to Los Angeles County's Natural History Museum. Encounter extraordinary dinosaurs, experience impressive nature, explore intriguing dioramas, and marvel at one of the most impressive gem and mineral collections in the world. The museum also features a seasonal Butterfly and Spider Pavilion and is home to one of the top fossil collections in California. Perfect for families as well as solo travelers, it's both an entertaining and educational way to spend an afternoon. Ticket value from online travel agencies cannot be applied to purchasing a museum membership.
Free cancellation

What's included

  • Nature Gardens
  • Gem & Mineral Hall
  • Diorama Halls
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Dino Hall
  • Nature Lab

What's not included

  • Dinosaur Encounters show (add-on tickets are available on site when you arrive)

Itinerary

  1. Spend an enjoyable and educational afternoon exploring the National History Museum of Los Angeles County. Discover more than 300 fossils, marvel at 20 complete skeletons, and virtually excavate specimens in the Dinosaur Hall. Here, you can also view the world’s only Tyrannosaurus rex growth series and get a behind-the-scenes look at paleontologists in the Dino Lab. Journey through an epic evolutionary story that spans 65 million years and includes 240 specimens — such as mastodon and whale skeletons — as well as animal dioramas from North America and Africa. Continue on to the Gem and Mineral Hall, which features more than 2,000 individual specimens and a vault containing diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and gold. Find out how LA went from a pueblo to a sprawling metropolis in the Becoming Los Angeles exhibit, and take a stroll past native plant species in the Nature Gardens. Before leaving, don’t forget to scope out L.A. creatures scurrying about the Nature Lab. Admission included

Practical information

Operated by
LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY FOUNDATION
Travellers per booking
1–15
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A maximum of 9 people per booking
  • Starting July 13th and going until February 18, 2026 NHM will feature a special exhibition on the world of cats: Fierce! The Story of Cats is an exciting, hands-on, immersive experience that brings you face-to-face with our feline friends. From sabertooths to household kitty cats, explore their unique behaviors, evolution, biology, and deep connection with humans. This special exhibition requires a separate ticket, which you can purchase on-site at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County.

Frequently asked questions

The tour runs for around 3 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.

What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.

We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.