[2025 London Attraction] Travel Guide for Sir John Soane's Museum (Updated Mar)

🏛️ Discover the Hidden Gem of London: Sir John Soane's Museum! Tired of the crowded tourist spots? Dive into London's hidden history at the Sir John Soane's Museum! 📜 History: Founded by architect Sir John Soane in 1833, this museum is a true treasure trove of art, architecture, and curiosities. Soane's personal collection includes ancient artifacts, sculptures, and even the sarcophagus of Seti I, an Egyptian pharaoh. 🌟 Highlights: 1️⃣ Architecture Marvel: Explore Soane's own home, designed as a "museum of a house," with ingenious use of space and light. 2️⃣ Art Galore: Admire masterpieces by Turner, Hogarth, and Canaletto, set in uniquely atmospheric rooms. 3️⃣ The Crypt: Descend into the eerie crypt filled with intriguing antiquities. 4️⃣ Candlelit Evenings: Don't miss the enchanting candlelit evenings, held on the first Tuesday of every month.

#londontrip This museum is actually located inside a row of houses just opposite Lincoln’s Inn Fields. Entry is free but you can purchase a guide book of the museum for £3. They offer the guidebook as no signs are placed around the museum due to preserving the condition of the house. According to the entry guide, the house is left in similar condition to how the Soane family lived. Around the museum, there are dedicated staff who are full of knowledge on the history and life of John Soane and his family and fortune. The location is a little further away from other sights to see in London but it is a fun and interesting little trip. #london #urbanexplorer #awesomepic #museum

The interiors of Sir John Soane’s Museum are characterised by an engaging variety of objects, furniture, and space. Caruso St John worked on the design of furniture within the restored interiors of four rooms in No. 12, the house forming the left side of the museum in Lincoln’s Inn Fields. The project made new exhibition galleries on the first floor, and an interpretation gallery, entrance facilities and a shop at the ground floor. Soane’s genius is as much about a splendid organisation of light and space, as it is about a connoisseur’s eye for precious objects and an ability to bring seemingly disparate things together. Caruso St John’s work is intended to provide a seamless mediation between drawings, objects, interpretation, merchandise, and the ‘room’. The new furniture, cabinets and linings required to furnish these rooms, are brought into a balance with their specific positions within the narrative of the Museum, with the material detail of the restored rooms, and finally with their use. The interventions are intended to have the lightness and wit that characterise the rest of the Museum. #themepark

#londontraveltip #london #hiddenlondon #soanemuseum Tucked near Holborn, Sir John Soane’s Museum feels like stepping into the mind of a visionary architect. This 19th-century townhouse, preserved as it was 200 years ago, is a labyrinth of creativity: ancient sculptures harmonize with medieval stained glass, Egyptian sarcophagi glow in candlelit alcoves, and ingeniously arranged corridors reveal layers of art, history, and playful design. Every corner—from the crypt-like basement to the domed Picture Room—is a meticulously curated collage, a testament to Soane’s genius for blending light, space, and storytelling. Why it’s unmissable: • Free entry (yes, really!). • A treasure trove of antiquities, from Roman busts to Hogarth paintings, arranged with artistic precision. • Central London’s best-kept secret—crowd-free and brimming with inspiration. Tip: Visit by candlelight on the first Tuesday of the month to see the museum as Soane intended: alive with shadows and wonder. 📍 13 Lincoln’s Inn Fields, Holborn 🕒 Wed–Sun, 10am–5pm (first Tue of the month: candlelit evenings, 6–9pm) An architectural marvel hiding in plain sight—proof that genius never fades.

#londontraveltip Nestled in the heart of London, the area around LSE is a dynamic blend of history, academia, and hidden gems—perfect for a day of exploring. Whether you're a student, a visitor, or just passing through, there’s plenty to see and do! 📖 A Hub of Knowledge & Culture Surrounded by prestigious institutions like King’s College London and the Royal Courts of Justice, this area is a dream for history lovers. Don’t miss the Sir John Soane’s Museum, a fascinating collection of art, architecture, and curiosities inside the home of a 19th-century architect. 🏛️ Historic Landmarks at Every Turn A short walk takes you to Lincoln’s Inn Fields, one of London’s oldest squares, perfect for a peaceful break. Just beyond, the Royal Courts of Justice and Temple Church (famously linked to the Knights Templar) add a layer of medieval intrigue to your stroll. ☕ Hidden Cafés & Green Spaces Need a coffee break? Explore hidden cafés and bookshops in the area, or unwind in the peaceful Middle Temple Gardens, a hidden green oasis in central London. 📍 Top Tips for Your Visit: ✔️ Best time to visit? Weekdays are lively with students and professionals, but weekends offer a quieter experience. ✔️ Don’t miss: A peek inside LSE’s Library, a modern academic marvel, and a stroll down the historic Strand. ✔️ Hidden gem? The Seven Stars Pub, one of London’s oldest, is tucked away near the courts—perfect for a drink with history. From academic prestige to historic charm, the LSE area is full of surprises waiting to be explored!

🏺Sir John Soane's Museum, a house museum filled with paintings, sculptures and antiques. The house was specially designed to allow natural light to shine on the artefacts throughout each floor. 🖼️ Victoria & Albert Museum, A huge art museum filled with pieces from all regions of the world. You could spend hours wandering around and you still wouldn’t see everything. 🦕 National History Museum, the grand architecture alone is enough reason to visit. The gemstone gallery is impressive along with the dinosaur fossils. Try to visit on a week day to avoid busy crowds. 💡 All these museums are free to enter. The Sir John Soanes is the least busiest but you may have to queue 10/15 minutes during the week or longer on a weekend. #london #art

Sir John Soane's Museum is an architectural museum, formerly the home and studio of the neoclassical architect Sir John Soane. It contains many drawings and models of his projects, as well as a collection of paintings, drawings and antiques that he assembled. Sir John Soane's Museum Collection contains approximately 30,000 architectural drawings, from John Thorpe's book of Elizabethan house drawings to the world's largest collection of original drawings by Robert Adam. There are also architectural models. Of the paintings, the most famous exhibits are the works of William Hogarth. There are also three large canvases by Canaletto. Address: 13 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London, WC2A 3BP #londontrip