Where: Cromwell Road, South Kensington, SW7

What: The natural history museum has exhibits and displays covering the natural history of the world. Displays range from dinosaurs and volcanoes to precious gems and creepy crawlies, a full sized model of a blue whale hanging from the ceiling and a huge, complete dinosaur skeleton. The museum is set in one of the most impressive buildings in London, close to south kensington underground station.

As well as traditional displays, the natural history museum features many stimulating visual learn-and-enjoy style exhibitions, including in the hall of human biology, mans place in evolution, introducing ecology, dinosaurs and their living relatives, origin of species. It houses one of the finest natural history collections in the world and is one of the london's top visitor attractions.

There is more at the natural history museum than you could ever see in one day, so you need to take some time out to plan your trip, before rushing in. Or you can join highlight and themed guided tours of the museum, which start near the life galleries entrance.

The natural history museum is housed in a massive and magnificent victorian building. With its hands-on working exhibits, the very latest interactive displays, a diverse range of collections and a regular programme of events and activities (including regular 'events for families'), this is a must for children.

Nearest underground station: South Kensington

Museum opening times: Monday - Saturday 10:00 - 17:50, Sunday 11:00 - 17:50. Last admission 17:30, closed 24, 25 & 26 December.

Admission: (2005) Free.

Website: nhm.ac.uk