Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, Washington DC

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History reviews

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• By Ateleob84

  I was expecting many fossils and exhibits, but felt underwhelmed by offerings at museum. Was glad to have finally experienced, just wanted more natural history  more »

• By interstateking

  Went there in 2016. A cute place to learn the history and the wildlife. We went to the mammuals area and it was nice. The Museum is nice and secure in case any bad guys tries to sneak in. Anyway.....  more »

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• By Toni Ramirez

  Really big museum so plan to spend 3+ hrs here. Every minute is worth the experience. Lots of different exhibits so there's something for everyone. Very impressive collection of gems. The mummies were one of my favorite displays. Lots of people so prepare to maneuver around them. Bring comfortable shoes.

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• By Ashleigh Perry

  I've been visiting since I was an infant and somehow it never ceases to amaze. Incredible taxidermy, beautiful habitat reconstructions, a gorgeous array of minerals and examples of mine shafts and layouts, and SO much more. Animals, rocks, fossils, insects, human history, anything you're interested in is probably here. I particularly enjoyed the staff members at certain areas that offered some extra fun activities and knowledge. Five-year-old twins had an incredible time and ask to go back at least once a week. Parking on the street was $3 for two hours and it was readily available. Only had to walk about a block.

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