Dippy didn’t retire; he went on a historic road trip across the United Kingdom. From 2018 to 2026, he visited eight different venues, from a cathedral in Glasgow to a museum in Dorset. The tour was called "Dippy on Tour: A Natural History Adventure," and it was a massive hit, attracting over two million visitors.
Unlike his stationary days in London, Dippy became a traveler. He was dismantled into over 250 individual bones and shipped in custom crates. Local communities threw welcome parties, and children created dinosaur-themed art just for him.
Where Is He Right Now?
As of 2026, Dippy has returned to London, but not to his old spot in the grand Hintze Hall. Instead, he is back in his original home, the Natural History Museum, taking up residence in the Waterhouse Garden outside the main building. That’s right—the big guy is now a garden celebrity, greeting visitors before they even step through the doors.
This outdoor move is fitting for a dinosaur. Made from a cast of the original Diplodocus fossil (found in the USA), Dippy can now enjoy fresh air and sunshine. It makes him feel more alive, less like a preserved relic and more like a friendly giant in a park.
