Historic site

Dr. Johnson's House

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Tips from locals

Paul
June 19, 2014
The great lexicographer lived here in the 1750s, entertaining Ben Franklin and all the luminaries of the day. Adults £4.50.
Benedict
August 6, 2015
This doesn't take long to look round, but it is a charming survival in a courtyard off Fleet Street typical of early 18th c. London. Dr Johnson penned his famous English dictionary here.
Valerie
June 23, 2014
charming 300-year-old townhouse, nestled amongst a maze of courts and alleys in the historic City of London
Matt
April 28, 2012
Dr Johnson is a renowned British writer and this is where lived in London.
Celia
November 22, 2018
Dr Johnson compiled the English Dictionary. His house in Gough Square can be visited

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Location
17 Gough Square
London, England