About The Jane Austen EXPERIENCE (LONDON)
What you can expect
Step into the elegant world of Jane Austen in the heart of London. Just a short walk from Oxford Circus, The Jane Austen Experience invites you to immerse yourself in the charm, wit, and romance of Regency England.
While Jane Austen lived much of her life in Hampshire and spent several years living in Bath - London held a special place in her life.
Her beloved brother Henry Austen lived here, and it was through his London connections that many of Jane's novels were first published.
Jane often visited Henry in the capital, exploring the theatres, bookshops, and drawing rooms that shaped the society she portrayed so brilliantly.
Building on the legacy of The Jane Austen Centre in Bath, our new London experience brings another chapter of her story to life. Visitors can step into Austen’s world through immersive storytelling, authentic Regency settings, and a curated collection of literary-inspired gifts.
*The Jane Austen Experience Gift Shop opens on 13th November 2025, with the full experience arriving in Spring 2026.
London EXPERIENCE opening hours
Spring:
(5 Apr- 31 June)
Daily 10am-5.30pm
Summer:
(1 July- 21 Sept)
Daily 10am -5.30pm
Autumn:
(22 Sept - 2 Nov)
Daily 10am-5.30pm
Winter:
(3 Nov- 4 Apr)
Sun - Fri 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 5:30pm
"We had the most wonderful welcome ... staff couldn't have been lovelier and even gifted a Jane Austen pin badge as they knew it was my birthday.The eloquent Mr Woodhouse gave us a thorough talk about Jane's family life and then we were free to explore the museum. Lots to see and dressing up regency style was a particular highlight!! The shop is full of Austen themed treasures to tempt you before you leave to follow the walk around Bath, discovering the places that Jane stayed in. A very memorable visit which I'd recommend to any Austen fans."