1 / 5Charles Dickens' Birthplace Portsmouth Day Tour from London
About this activity
This cultural tours is one of the standout things to do in London, United Kingdom. Rated 4.3/5 by 3 travellers, it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €261 per person. Portsmouth is where one of the most famous figures of Victorian literature, Charles Dickens, was born. In the 19th century, this house in Regency was decorated with an idea of the Victorian Portsmouth.
Portsmouth is where one of the most famous figures of Victorian literature, Charles Dickens, was born. In the 19th century, this house in Regency was decorated with an idea of the Victorian Portsmouth. If you are a Charles Dickens lover, then, this house definitely must be seen. Look at the first home of Charles Dickens with numerous possessions and photographs, the ceramics, furniture, house artefacts, glass and decorations have faithfully been recreated in the Regency style that Charles' parents favoured, although their properties have been dispersed for a long time. There are three furnished rooms: The lounge, the dining room and Dickens' bedroom. The exhibition room features a snuff box, a tinky cup and a paper-knife and a small collection of memorabilia: The couch that he passed away on at his home in Kent, poignant memory of an author who was celebrated for his prodigious talent and his creative work. Explore some other important landmarks of Portsmouth with us today!
Good to know
- •Duration: approximately 8 hours.
- •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
- •Offered in 34 languages.
- •A specific meeting point is provided — check the Meeting point section below for the exact location and map.
- •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.
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Best time to visit
London is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular cultural tours slots in London sell out.
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