Sherlock Holmes Museum
Fans of the famous Sherlock Holmes Mysteries will be captivated and intrigued by this popular and quaint museum
The Sherlock Holmes Museum is a fascinating private museum located in an old boarding house on 221b Baker Street and dedicated to the extremely popular fictional detective of Sherlock Holmes and his friend Doctor John H. Watson. The museum recreates the fictional home of Sherlock Holmes as it is described in the popular series of stories.
In addition to recreating the fictional Victorian era 221b Baker Street residence of Sherlock Holmes, the museum contains rooms exhibiting wax models arranged to illustrate scenes from the stories. There is a good selection of antiques and gifts available for purchase from the Museum's souvenir shop.
The Sherlock Holmes Museum is open daily from 9:30 am to 6 pm except on Christmas. As this is a private museum there is a small admission charge.
Sherlock Holmes Museum is located within a short walk of the Wallace Collection so you may want to consider visiting it also while in the area.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesSherlock Holmes Museum Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: 221b Baker St, London NW1 6XE, UK
Phone: 020 7224 3688
Official Website: Sherlock Holmes Museum
Sherlock Holmes Museum Reviews
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The Sherlock Holmes Museum is an absolute must-visit for fans of the famous detective. The house at 221B Baker Street is beautifully recreated, full of authentic details and memorabilia that bring Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s stories to life.
The staff are friendly and in character, which makes the experience even more immersive. Walking through the different rooms feels like stepping straight into the world of Sherlock and Dr. Watson.
It’s a charming and unique museum that captures the spirit of the stories perfectly. Highly recommended for both fans of the books and anyone interested in a piece of London’s literary history!
Tobi - 3 months ago
We visited the Museum on Saturday two weeks ago. I took the tickets a week in advance. We arrived 10 minutes before the booked time (we took the earliest visit). We entered to the museum sharp on time. The visit was perfectly organised: first two rooms are guided (the staff explains about Sherlock’s life and work), other rooms can be visited without guidance. My 10-year-old son enjoyed the visit a lot. I highly recommend this museum! Worth visiting, especially for Sherlock Holmes admirers 🤩
Olga Kopylovich - a month ago
very short and minimal for the price, but i’m still glad i did it as it was a cool experience!! just recreations of the apartment, some prop recreations, and a few historical copies of the books.
even if you don’t pay to go inside, i’d recommend checking out the gift shop!
Lauren - in the last week
I’ve been waiting to visit this place forever, and unfortunately I left feeling disappointed. The price versus what you actually get feels really unbalanced.
There are a couple of rooms that are packed full, but the main one is cordoned off because the items are old and fragile. The second room is very small and seems to be in constant use, with groups lining up to get in. Upstairs feels sparse honestly, a bit too empty.
The staff are lovely, and the shop prices are what you’d expect for an attraction neither cheap nor overpriced, just standard.
I can’t bring myself to give it more than 3 stars, and that’s me being generous.
Aisha Muda - 4 weeks ago
I really loved the experience at the Sherlock Holmes Museum. It is quite small, so you won’t spend a lot of time there, but for true fans it’s a must-visit. At the beginning, you’re given a short introduction by a guide, and then you have the opportunity to explore the different floors.
Afterwards, it’s definitely worth visiting the shop to pick up some Sherlock-themed souvenirs.
I would recommend booking tickets in advance to secure your spot.
Anastasiia Bozhyk - 4 weeks ago
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Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Bakerloo, Circle, Jubilee, Hammersmith and City, and Metropolitan Lines | Baker Street | 2 Minutes |
How to get to Sherlock Holmes Museum by Tube
From Baker Street Tube Station exit onto Baker Street and walk to your right (north) for about 1 block. The museum is on the left side of the street.
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