Birthplace Guided Tours

For this year’s Heritage Open Days, why not enjoy a free guided tour of the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum? Led by our knowledgeable guides, find out about the life and work of Dr Samuel Johnson and explore the family home where he grew up.

Spaces on our tours are limited, so pre-booking is essential. Tickets can be booked online, in person in our Bookshop, or by calling us on 01543 264972. If you can no longer attend your slot, please contact us as soon as possible.

Please be aware that the Museum is a Grade I listed building with many steps, and regrettably wheelchair access is not available.

Timings & Tours

Friday 12 September:

Tour 1: 11am - 12pm. Tour 2: 12.30pm - 1.30pm

Sunday 14 September:

Tour 1: 11am - 12pm. Tour 2: 1pm - 2pm

Location & directions

Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum, Breadmarket Street, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 6LG

Directions:

For more information on access, please visit our website: https://samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk/access-information/

Contact on day:

Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum

Telephone number:

+441543264972

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Spaces on our tours are limited, so pre-booking is essential. Please note that if your group arrives later than the scheduled booking time, the tour will conclude one hour after the starting time. Please be aware that the Museum is a Grade I listed building with many steps, and regrettably wheelchair access is not available.

Booking telephone number:

+441543264972

Booking website:

https://lichfield-city-council.arttickets.org.uk/samuel-johnson-birthplace-museum/heritage-open-days-guided-tour-67ffbde6579da?_gl=1%2a1qtws3n%2a_ga%2aODAwNzc4MzMwLjE3NDQyODI2NTM.%2a_ga_ST1XKY0300%2aMTc0NTQ4NTk0NC4yNS4xLjE3NDU0ODk4MzcuMC4wLjA.

Alternative booking website:

https://samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk/whats-on/

Booking opens:

02 Jun 2025 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

14 Sep 2025 03:00 PM

Accessibility details

Please be aware that the Museum is a Grade I listed building with many steps, and regrettably wheelchair access is not available. For more information on access, please visit our website: https://samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk/access-information/

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

15

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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