Dr Johnson's House
Date of building: c.1700
17 Gough Square,
London
EC4A 3DE
Making a visit
- Journey Planner:
http://www.tfl.org.uk - Google map:
http://maps.google.co.uk
Email: curator@drjohnsonshouse.org
Phone: 020 7353 3745
Website: http://www.drjohnsonshouse.org
Situated to the north of Fleet Street, Dr Johnson’s House is found among a maze of courtyards and passages that are a reminder of historic London. The house was a home and workplace for Samuel Johnson 1748-1759, and it was here that he compiled his great Dictionary of the English Language. The beautifully-restored four storey townhouse is full of period features including wooden panelled rooms and a full height open staircase.
Significant Inhabitants
Dr Samuel Johnson (1709-1784)
Opening Hours
Monday to Saturday 11am - 5.30pm (May to September), 11am - 5pm (October to April), closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays. Check website for Christmas opening times as these may vary.
Entrance Fee
Adults £4.50, Concessions £3.50, Children under 16 £1.50, Family ticket £10
Guided tours for groups of 10+ are free but must be booked in advance - call 020 7353 3745
Transport
Rail: Farringdon, City Thameslink
Tube: Temple, Chancery Lane
Bus: 4, 11, 15, 23, 26, 76 ,172, 341
Facilities
| Period rooms | yes |
| Museum Exhibition | yes |
| Café | no |
| Education program | yes |
| Wheelchair access | no |
| Disabled toilets | no |
| Baby Changing | no |
| Public Events | yes |
| Private Room Hire | yes |
| Shop | yes |