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This Georgian terraced house was the London base of the great American statesman and key founder of the United States, Benjamin Franklin between 1757 and 1775. Benjamin Franklin House was essentially the first American Embassy, as Franklin struggled to contain the growing enmity between England and her colony. In his spare time, the great man pursued his own interests, including meeting the great men and women of the day and working on inventions - including bifocal spectacles, a new musical instrument and a fuel-saving stove. The house itself has been recreated as a 'Historical Experience'. Visitors receive a guided tour from Polly, Franklin's landlady's daughter, accompanied by appropriate sound effects and visuals, while Emmy-award winning actor Peter Coyote plays the part of Benjamin Franklin. Benjamin Franklin House images
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London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 90% off from £97
Whitcomb Street, WC2H | 6 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Set in between Trafalgar and Leicester Squares and right next to the National Portrait Gallery, the Thistle Trafalgar Square is a modern hotel set in a ...More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 73% off from £138
St Martins Street, WC2H | 6 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
One of Radisson’s more intimate venues with only 60 rooms, this boutique hotel is tucked down a quiet street in the heart of Theatreland. The National ...More
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Strand, WC2R | 6 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
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Alternative Historic Buildings nearest Benjamin Franklin House
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Trafalgar Square, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 3 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
This historic church of St Martin-in-the-Fields overlooking Trafalgar Square was built in 1726 and is the best known work of Scottish architect James Gibbs whose ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Bedford Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 6 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Affectionately known as "The Actors' Church", St Paul's in Covent Garden is in the heart of theatreland and has long been associated with the theatre community. ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 9 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Somerset House, once the site of a spectacular Tudor palace, now includes a magnificent 18th century art gallery housing celebrated collections belonging to the Courtauld Institute Gallery, ...More
Sights and Attractions near Benjamin Franklin House
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
32 John Adam Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Alex Proud started out as a Japanese antiques dealer but a twist of fate led Proud to switch to photography. The impetus for change came in ...More
London > Attractions > Sights
Whitehall, London, Westminster, London SW1A | 3 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Standing solemnly in the middle of Whitehall, visitors could be forgiven for passing the Cenotaph by unnoticed. But every November it becomes the focus of Britain's ...More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Central London, Westminster, London WC2N | 3 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Lord Nelson, Britain's greatest military hero, and the mighty lions that surround him, pay testament to the position of Trafalgar Square at the heart of the ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Every day 10am-9.30pm
London Eye, Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 7 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
The London Eye is one of the most cherished tourist attractions in the capital and has been since its opening in 2000. Now, thanks to a ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 25th May 2012 - 10am-5.30pm
London School Of Economics, Houghton Street, WC2A | 13 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Speakers discuss judging people and viewpoints....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Thursday 24th May and Friday 25th May 2012 - 10am-8pm
London School Of Economics, Houghton Street, WC2A | 13 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Paintings, drawings, sculpture, photography, prints, videos and installations by students....More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Northumberland Avenue, London, Westminster, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
A short step away from the main strip of West End theatres, the Playhouse's stylish curved facade is rather lost among the towering architecture of Charing ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
St Martin's Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
London Coliseum is a magnificent historic building and an excellent venue in which to enjoy the soaring sounds and high drama of some truly thrilling operas. ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
2 Charing Cross Road, London, Soho, London WC2H | 5 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Named after the great 18th century actor-manager David Garrick, whose portrait hangs in the foyer bar, The Garrick is a fantastic piece of late-Victorian kitsch. It ...More
Shopping near Benjamin Franklin House
London > Shopping > Specialists
7 Charing Cross Underground Shopping Arcade, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
From budding Harry Potters and bumbling Tommy Coopers to dynamic David Copperfields, Davenports is a haven for magicians of every level and ability. Non-magicians too are ...More
London > Shopping > Books
25 Cecil Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 6 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
As specialists in Modern First Editions, Nigel Williams Rare Books stocks 19th and 20th century literature, children's books by authors such as Enid Blyton, A.A. Milne ...More
London > Shopping > Art and Design
6 Cecil Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 6 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Tenderproduct is the second tender venture by Etan Ilfeld, who previously founded the neighbouring Tenderpixel Gallery, an innovative space for emerging talent. Tenderproduct is a shop ...More
Restaurants near Benjamin Franklin House
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
11 Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Benjamin Franklin House
This chain of juice bars squishes together a delightful variety of flavoursome, healthy drinks. They press fresh juice fruit right in front of you, and blend ...More
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
25 Villiers Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Benjamin Franklin House
Pret sells up market fast food, hand made from natural ingredients, to take away or eat on site, in its trademark no nonsense chrome interiors. The ...More
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
450 The Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 2 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Pizza Express has become something of a London institution. Serving consistently excellent Italian pizzas quickly in pleasant unfussy surroundings, this is always a convenient and acceptable ...More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 9 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 9 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 16 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ...More
Leisure near Benjamin Franklin House
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 7 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
6 Waterloo Place, London, St James's, London SW1Y | 8 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Opened in July 2009, So SPA by Sofitel is a stunning relaxation space - all marble and modern design - housed within the Sofitel St James ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
25 Shelton Street, 40 Earlham Street, London, WC2H | 10 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Let the Thai Square Spa transport you to the shores of Asia with their traditional Thai spa treatment rooms, smack bang in the centre of Covent ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
10 Northumberland Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 1 minute from Benjamin Franklin House
Thirsty Sherlock Holmes fans look no further than this homage to the great detective himself and to original Victorian pubs. While you indulge in a soothing ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
90 St Martins Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 6 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
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London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 7 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ...More
Nightlife near Benjamin Franklin House
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
47 Villiers Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 2 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
London's oldest wine bar and family-run underground tavern. Home to Samuel Pepys in the 1680s, the building housing Gordon’s is now home to a regular, thriving crowd ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
The Trafalgar, 2 Spring Gardens, London, Westminster, London SW1A | 2 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
Hotel bar on Trafalgar Square with public roof terrace. This bar is all about location, location, location. Just a few steps from Nelson's Column, the Trafalgar Hotel ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
Corinthia Hotel London, Whitehall Place, Westminster, London SW1A | 3 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
The cocktails in the Bassoon Piano Bar are very good, expensive, yes, but very, very good. Not only that but the bar has a piano which ...More
Meeting venue hire near Benjamin Franklin House
London > Business > Venue Hire
8 John Adam Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 4 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
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London > Business > Venue Hire
45 St. Martin's Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 5 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
To enter the stunning St Martins Lane Hotel in the heart of London's Theatreland you pass through the tallest revolving door in London, a luminescent yellow-glass ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Whitehall, London, Westminster, London SW1A | 5 minutes from Benjamin Franklin House
The only surviving section of Whitehall Palace. In its heyday the largest royal palace in Europe, this historic venue is the only surviving section of Whitehall Palace ...More
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What's On Today Near Benjamin Franklin House Naked Boys Singing Theatre | Until 29th December 2012 Charing Cross Theatre 1 minutes walk from Benjamin Franklin House Comedy revue directed by Phil Willmott, which celebrates the splendour of the male nude. Contains full frontal male nudity, not ...More 6 Actors In Search Of A Director Theatre | Until 23rd June 2012 Charing Cross Theatre 1 minutes walk from Benjamin Franklin House Neil Stuke and Philip Voss feature in a comedy written and directed by Steven Berkoff. Six movie actors are waiting ...More ![]() Dreamboats And Petticoats Theatre | Until 24th November 2012 Playhouse Theatre 2 minutes walk from Benjamin Franklin House This is a bopping rock 'n' roll musical; one that, like We Will Rock You and Mamma Mia!, is piggybacking ...More London Concertante Concerts | On 25th May 2012 St Martin-in-the-Fields 3 minutes walk from Benjamin Franklin House Violinist Fenella Humphreys directs Mozart's Divertimento In D, Piano Concerto In A and Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Schubert's Rondo For Violin ...More Ivan Yanakov Concerts | On 25th May 2012 St Martin-in-the-Fields 3 minutes walk from Benjamin Franklin House The pianist performs Chopin's Andante Spianato Et Grande Polonaise Brilliante and Liszt's Sonata In B Minor....More London Brass Rubbing Centre Kids Events | Until 31st December 2012 London Brass Rubbing Centre 3 minutes walk from Benjamin Franklin House Get to grips with characters from history with a selection of replica brasses on offer including Medieval knights in armour, ...More ![]() Elmgreen & Dragset: Powerless Structures, Fig 101 Exhibitions | Until 12th April 2013 Trafalgar Square 3 minutes walk from Benjamin Franklin House Michael Elmgreen and Ingar Dragset, an artist duo based in Berlin and London, have brought a bronze sculpture of a ...More Step 9 (Of 12) Theatre | Until 26th May 2012 Trafalgar Studios 3 minutes walk from Benjamin Franklin House Blake Harrison is stepping away from the screen and onto the stage for Step 9 (of 12) at the Trafalgar ...More The Boat Show Comedy | On 25th May 2012 Tattershall Castle 4 minutes walk from Benjamin Franklin House Energetic physical comedy from Terry Alderton, plus Kerry Godliman, Bob Mills and MC Michael Legge....More ![]() Turner Inspired: In The Light Of Claude Exhibitions | Until 5th June 2012 National Gallery 4 minutes walk from Benjamin Franklin House When Turner left the National Gallery two paintings - Dido building Carthage and Sun rising through Vapour - ...More
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