Name: Benjamin Franklin House
Rating: 5.0

Benjamin Franklin House

Benjamin Franklin House, 36 Craven St, Charing Cross, London WC2N 5NF, United Kingdom

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Benjamin Franklin House is a museum in a terraced Georgian house at 36 Craven Street, London, close to Trafalgar Square in the West End of London. It is the last-standing former residence of Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States.

A visit to Benjamin Franklin House offers a unique look into Franklin’s life in London. We look forward to welcoming you to Benjamin Franklin’s only surviving home where we work to bring history and innovation to life!

Prices starts from £8 for Adults, Free for 11 & under & £6 for Concession. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Features

Historical Experience: During the Historical Experience the eighteenth century spaces serve as stage for a drama that seamlessly blends live interpretation and cutting edge sound, lighting, and visual projection to tell the rich story of Franklin in London.
Architectural Tour: The Architectural Tour explores the Georgian features of House, along with its fascinating history encompassing Franklin’s long residence (1757-1775), the Hewson anatomy school, and the comprehensive conservation project that saved it from dereliction.
Self-guided Tour: Drop in at your convenience and explore Benjamin Franklin House at your own pace! Using our Gazette printed guide, you can trace Franklin’s footsteps throughout the House. Uncover the secrets of the Hewson Anatomy School, visit the parlour where Franklin entertained important guests, and sit in the space where Franklin transitioned from royalist to revolutionary.
Exhibitions: A Semiquincentennial digital exhibition exploring Benjamin Franklin’s transformation from imperial mediator to revolutionary and Founding Father, through his letters from the years leading up to the American Revolution.

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Self-guided Tour: £8 for Adults, Free for 11 & under & £6 for Concession.
Architectural Tour: £10 for Adults, Free for 11 & under & £8 for Concession.
Historical Experience: £12 for Adults, Free for 11 & under & £10 for Concession.

Pricing URL: https://benjaminfranklinhouse.org/visit/buy-tickets/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

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Venue Hire: Set in the heart of London, Benjamin Franklin House offers a distinctive and atmospheric setting for corporate and private events. Whether you are planning a drinks reception, lecture, networking event, private dinner, or cultural gathering, the Benjamin Franklin House offers spaces that lend a sense of occasion to every event.

For more information please visit:: https://benjaminfranklinhouse.org/hire/

Self-guided Tour: Wednesday & Thursday - 11am-3pm.
Architectural Tour: Friday (11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm).
Historical Experience: Saturday & Sunday (11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3:15pm).

Address: Benjamin Franklin House, 36 Craven St, Charing Cross, London WC2N 5NF, United Kingdom

Post Code: WC2N 5NF

Council: Westminster

County: Greater London

By Underground: Charing Cross (Northern and Bakerloo Lines), Embankment (Northern, Bakerloo, District and Circle Lines).
By Bus: There are a number of buses that stop near Craven Street. Routes 6, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 77a, 91, 176 all stop on the Strand.
By Car: Parking around Benjamin Franklin House is extremely limited – we urge visitors to use public transport.
Parking: Parking around Benjamin Franklin House is extremely limited – we urge visitors to use public transport.