Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum and Bookshop

About

A bookshop specializing in antique books, with many first editions kept in display cases and some signed editions.

Why go

• Step back into 18th-century london life
• Explore the home of a literary giant

Must try

• See the first english dictionary
• Watch the short video on johnson's life
• Browse the bookshop

Pro tips

• Allow 40-90 minutes for your visit
• Follow the info boards from basement up

Good to know

• Donations welcome

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Rating

4.6 / 5 (291 reviews)

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