Established in 1910 and located on the National Mall, this prestigious museum, part of the Smithsonian Institution, holds the world's most extensive …
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Jan 24, 2025
The museum is located at the National Mall. Unlike the other museums, this one has free entry which doesn't need booking for a time slot. After climbing up the large staircase in front. you go throug… Full review by Acineto
Jan 24, 2025
Fantastic museum that I have been going to since childhood. At the present moment it's half closed so I was able to see what was open in one day about 5 hours. I especially like the W lright exhibit … Full review by elmar421
Jan 20, 2025
The National Museum of Natural History is an excellent museum. When you enter from the mall, you will see an elephant in the Rotunda. Note the lack of crowds. That is why it is so nice to visit po… Full review by Robert D
We possibly may have luggage (small suitcase) with us as we would like to do this before we leave DC. Is this not allowed in the museum/is there anywhere I could store the luggage?
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That would be a hard no. “Suitcases, large umbrellas, and large backpacks are not allowed in the galleries. Security officers will ask visitors to hand-carry smaller backpacks, or wear …
That would be a hard no. “Suitcases, large umbrellas, and large backpacks are not allowed in the galleries. Security officers will ask visitors to hand-carry smaller backpacks, or wear them on the front of their bodies. Please note that we do not offer coat or bag storage.”
I was wondering how far of distance is it to the National Geographic museum, the holocaust museum and the Natural History museum. Is there parking (even if it cost money) to where I can park at one museum and walk to the other museums or are they far distances from each other. Advice please?
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We were able to walk to all three with out a problem(4 adults). Didn’t have a car so can’t advise on parking.
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