Discover Samuel Johnson’s Lichfield with a guided walking tour around the city.
Discover Samuel Johnson’s Lichfield with a guided walking tour around the city. Starting at the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum, learn more about the locations that shaped Johnson and those closest to him.
Meet outside the Samuel Johnson Birthplace Museum at 2pm. The tour will last approximately 90 minutes.
Please note – we recommend that this walk is not suitable for children under 14. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Address
Breadmarket Street, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 6LG
01543 264792
Opening times
The Museum and Bookshop is open every day (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day).
1 March - 31 October 10.30am-4.30pm
1 November - 28 February 11.00am-3.30pm
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