

Explore the world's only remaining home of Benjamin Franklin with guided tours, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly events celebrating 18th-century history.
Venue Type
Indoor
Typical visit duration
1-3 hours
Booking
Walk-in
Excellent tours (architectural & then theatrical on different days). Great gift shop. Staff friendly & helpful. So glad one house where Benjamin Franklin lived is still standing - & standing beautifully!
Nice and friendly atmosphere in terms of place and staff. Requires a lot of attention as Benjamin Franklin's life is quite intricate. I was on the last tour of the day (Architectural tour) and was a little tired from my day out so I would recommend an earlier tour perhaps- if you're like me and function better in the morning. All in all though a very lovely and insightful experience.
Very interesting house-museum where Franklin lived during his London years. The building itself is full of original features and beautifully restored with many Victoria additions too - that alone would warrant a visit! But then through the guided tour (run but incredibly prepared volunteers) you learn so much about Benjamin Franklin’s life and many skills (printer, inventor…). Really worth a visit. They also offer historical experience sessions run by a professional actress. Recommended
Our guide was a woman dressed in perfect 18th-century attire (the cosplay was spot on and very well done!), and she led us brilliantly from room to room in the only surviving home where this Founding Father of America lived for so many years. Hearing the stories of his life, inventions, and time in London while moving through the actual spaces he occupied was truly captivating and quite impressive. Even with the minimal furnishings, the performance, atmosphere, and historical details made it feel alive.I loved every minute of it! Highly recommend the Historical Experience tour for anyone interested in Franklin or early American history. A hidden gem in the heart of London.
Great tour. I always liked Benjamin Franklin. Guide was very knowledgeable. House is grade 1, which is a bid deal in London. House shows it's age by its unlevel floors. To quote Monty Python. "Look at the bones!!!"
Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026
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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026
