How to watch National Geographic without cable in 2025

Which streaming services offer National Geographic?

Here’s where you can stream National Geographic.

How to watch National Geographic with DIRECTV STREAM

With DIRECTV STREAM, National Geographic is included in all of their plans. Additionally, you can watch National Geographic’s sister channel Nat Geo Wild. For those looking for more entertainment channels, the lineup also includes Investigation Discovery, TLC, SyFy, Food Network, Discovery and more. If you’re looking for even more channels, you can upgrade to the Choice or Ultimate packages for additional sports, news and entertainment channels.

How to watch National Geographic with Hulu + Live TV

The Hulu + Live TV base plan includes National Geographic. The channel lineup also includes top networks like A&E, Bravo, Cartoon Network, Comedy Central, Discovery, Disney Channel, ESPN, Food Network, Hallmark Channel, HGTV, History, Lifetime, Paramount Network, TBS, TLC, USA Network and more. Hulu + Live subscribers also get access to ESPN Plus and Disney Plus, which has a National Geographic hub for even more content.

How to watch National Geographic with Sling TV

Sling TV offers two base plans, Sling Orange and Sling Blue, along with the option to combine the two for the full Sling TV channel lineup. To watch National Geographic, users will need either the Sling Blue plan or the combined Sling Orange & Blue plan. While Sling has fewer channels than other live TV streaming services and is missing some major channels including locals in most locations, it can be a good option for cord cutters on a budget who don’t mind a more limited channel list.

How to watch National Geographic with Fubo

National Geographic is available with all Fubo plans. Along with National Geographic, the Fubo channel list includes Bravo, Comedy Central, Disney Channel, ESPN, Freeform, FX, Hallmark Channel, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network, Syfy, USA Network and more. The sports-focused streaming service offers up to 10 simultaneous streams and has unlimited Cloud DVR.

How to watch National Geographic with YouTube TV

YouTube TV only offers one base plan but it has a well-rounded channel list that includes National Geographic. You’ll also get news, sports and entertainment channels like ESPN, Big Ten Network, ACC Network, CBS Sports Network, TLC, TNT, USA and more. YouTube TV also has a lineup of add-on channels and packages to add to the channel list, and subscriptions include unlimited Cloud DVR.

How to watch National Geographic on the app

The National Geographic app is downloadable on all iOS and Android devices. Within the app, users will have access to over 3000 articles, videos, and photography. You can access the app offline or online. You can download the National Geographic app here.

FAQ

Is National Geographic on any streaming service?

National Geographic is on multiple streaming services including DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV. 

Is Nat Geo included in Disney Plus?

Yes, Disney Plus has a National Geographic hub which includes shows, movies, documentaries and content exclusive to the platform.

Can I get Nat Geo on Amazon Prime?

You can watch multiple projects created by National Geographic, but will need to purchase them in the Amazon Prime store. You can buy singular episodes or entire seasons of any particular show offered.