Dr Johnson's House
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+44 207 353 37 4517 Gough Square, London, EC4A 3DE
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17 Gough Square, London, EC4A 3DE
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About
Welcome to the home of Dr Samuel Johnson, where he compiled his Dictionary of the English Language, published in 1755. An18th century historic house tucked away in central London with a healthy supply of dictionaries.
Amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
Offerings
- Gift shop
Amenities
- Restroom
Payments
- Admission fee
Children
- Discounts for kids
- Family discount
- Good for kids
- Kid-friendly activities
Hours
- Wednesday
- 10 AM to 5 PM
- Thursday
- 10 AM to 5 PM
- Friday
- 10 AM to 5 PM
- Saturday
- 10 AM to 5 PM
- Sunday
- 12 to 4 PM
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10 AM to 5 PM
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