Dr Johnson's House

Date of building: c.1700

17 Gough Square,
London
EC4A 3DE

Making a visit

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