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Museums & Galleries · London
Dr. Johnsons House
📍 EC4A 3EA
Photo: Jim Linwood (CC BY 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Explore Samuel Johnson's historic home at Gough Square
- See current exhibition on Johnson's Dictionary and garret
- View the house's library, prints, paintings and furniture
- Learn the story of Francis Barber, Johnson's heir
- See the statue of Hodge, Johnson's famous cat
Dr Johnson's House is a museum set in the Georgian home of Samuel Johnson, the writer behind England's groundbreaking Dictionary of the English Language, located at 17 Gough Square in the City of London. Inside you'll find a current exhibition on Johnson's garret lexicography, a collection of books, prints, paintings, porcelain and Georgian furniture, plus stories of household figures like Francis Barber and the cat Hodge, commemorated by a statue outside. It's open Tuesday to Saturday and Sunday afternoons, with workshops, evening tours and group visits also available, making it a good stop for history and literature lovers. City Thameslink station is just 0.2 miles away, and with 783 bookable places to stay within 5 miles, it's a convenient base for exploring the City of London further.
Practical details
- Open
- Tuesday to Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-4pm
- Best for
- Families with children, as children have been welcomed since 1752
- Booking
- Evening tours and group visits can be booked
From the attraction's own website on 23 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Guided Tours
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