Dr Johnson’s House

Description

A museum based in the former home of the 18th-century English writer and lexicographer Dr Samuel Johnson.

It’s a Georgian era building which has been left pretty much as it was when it was lived in.

Do also look out for the statue of the Dr’s cat, in the courtyard.

Address

17 Gough Square,
London,
EC4A 3DE

Ticket prices

  • Adult £9
  • Concessions (Student or registered unemployed) £8
  • Child £4 (age 5 - 17, under 5s free)
  • Family ticket £20

Prices last checked July 2024.

Link to Dr Johnson’s House website

Opening Hours

Dr Johnson's House is open Tuesday to Saturday between 11am and 5pm (last entry 4.30pm).

Opening hours last checked July 2024.

Accessibility

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Address

Dr Johnson’s House
17 Gough Square,
London,
EC4A 3DE

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