Keats House is a historic writer’s house museum at 10 Keats Grove in Hampstead, London. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport or parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips to help you plan your visit.
Quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday: 11am–1pm and 2pm–5pm (closed Mon, Tue, Sat) |
| Ticket prices | Adult £10, Concession £6, Under 18 free |
| Address | 10 Keats Grove, London NW3 2RR |
| Nearest transport or parking | Hampstead Heath (Overground), Hampstead and Belsize Park (Northern line); limited street parking and nearby paid car park |
| Typical time needed | 1 to 1.5 hours |
Keats House opening hours
Keats House is open on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday with two daily sessions: 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm. The museum is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays; specific closures apply on some bank holidays. The split sessions mean you should plan to arrive before either start time to gain entry.
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Keats House ticket prices
Ticket prices are charged by age and concession status. Standard admission is approximately:
- Adult: £10
- Concession (students, seniors, others eligible): £6
- Under 18: free
Payment is by card on arrival and tickets do not normally need to be pre-booked. Special membership schemes (for example National Trust or London Pass) offer reduced or free entry, and local resident rates also apply.
Opening hours and ticket prices were checked on the official website and last updated in February 2026.
How to get to Keats House
Keats House is located at 10 Keats Grove in the Hampstead area of north London. Public transport options within walking distance include:
- Overground rail to Hampstead Heath
- Northern line London Underground to Hampstead or Belsize Park
Bus routes (such as 24, 46, C11) stop nearby on local streets.
Parking at Keats House
Parking near Keats House is limited. There is a nearby paid car park on East Heath Road and limited street parking around Keats Grove, often subject to restrictions. Sunday offers more free street parking in some residential areas, but you must check local signs before leaving your vehicle.
How long to spend at Keats House
Most visitors spend about 1 to 1.5 hours exploring Keats House and its garden. This includes time inside the house viewing rooms and displays, and a walk through the garden where Keats composed some of his poetry. Volunteer-led tours on select afternoons may add extra time for those who join.
Accessibility at Keats House
Ground floor areas of Keats House have wheelchair access. One room can be accessed by ramp on request, but stairs restrict access to the basement and upper floors for visitors with reduced mobility or wheelchair users. A low-level interactive touchscreen provides information about inaccessible rooms. There is one accessible toilet with baby-changing facilities and assistance dogs are welcome.
Inside and what to see at Keats House
- The writer’s house museum shows rooms where John Keats lived, worked, and socialised during 1818–1820.
- Exhibits cover his life, poetry, personal objects, manuscripts, and his relationship with Fanny Brawne.
- Display rooms and period furnishings are arranged to reflect Regency-era domestic life.
- A small film and audio listening points introduce Keats’s work.
- The garden is accessible without a house ticket and reflects the setting that inspired some of his poems.
Practical visitor tips
| Topic | Tip |
|---|---|
| Timing | Arrive before session start (11am or 2pm) as access is managed by time slot. |
| Crowds | Weekends and school holidays see more visitors; entry is on arrival rather than pre-booked. |
| Layout | The house has multiple rooms with narrow passages; allow time to see upper and ground floors. |
| Entry process | Tickets are purchased at arrival; card payment only. |
| On-site logistics | The garden can be visited without a house ticket; check session break times before planning. |
Frequently asked questions about Keats House
| Search query | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is Keats House suitable for children? | Yes; under-18s enter free, but children should be supervised, especially on stairs. |
| Do you need to book tickets in advance for Keats House? | No; tickets are purchased on arrival and advance booking is not required. |
| Is Keats House open on Sundays? | Yes; Sunday sessions run 11am–1pm and 2pm–5pm. |
| Are bags allowed at Keats House? | Personal bags are permitted; there is no dedicated cloakroom so large items may be restricted inside rooms. |
Things to do near Keats House
• Hampstead Heath – extensive parkland and viewpoints.
• Freud Museum London – historic house museum.
• Kenwood House – historic estate with art collection.
• Hampstead Village – shops, cafés, and local walking routes.
• The Village Bookshop – independent bookshop with local interest selections.
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- What to know before visiting Sir John Soane’s Museum and the Hunterian Museum in Holborn, London.
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