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Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, Los Angeles

4.7
#10 of 74 in Museums in Los Angeles
Natural History Museum · Hidden Gem · Museum
Trace the history of the natural world and study Earth's biodiversity by learning about the 35 million specimens housed in Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Discover the dinosaur hall with the world's only Tyrannosaurus Rex growth series and watch scientists at work in the Dino Lab. You'll have the opportunity to explore over 240 specimens including whale skeletons and realistic animal dioramas. The museum also features a gem and mineral hall with over 2,000 specimens that is considered to be one of the finest exhibits of its kind in the world. Use our Los Angeles vacation planner to arrange your visit to Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and other attractions in Los Angeles.
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  • By lilianasmith
    If you ever thought that dinosaurs did not exist, this is an ideal museum to visit with the family and you can find real bones of dinosaurs, reptiles, and many more animals! The cost of entry is very....  more »
  • By queenr0ck
    We went during the Easter Holidays so it was very busy. The exhibits were very interesting and the highlight was the dinosaur room.  more »
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  • By Luca
    The museum is big, there are a lot of things to visit. You can travel the world by going around the corner, that's amazing. You can see scientists working on fossils, very interesting. The staff is very friendly and helpful, they will approach you even if you don't ask for their help. Very beautiful location.
  • By Kalyan R
    It was a lot different from the last time I went as a boy. The museum had great displays, interactive activities and lessons. So it was amazing. There is so much to see. Museum cafe was pricey of course but we went anyway and it was good too. Definitely liked and remember the display with the species of animals, the rocks and minerals, and fossils.
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