Handel Hendrix House General Admission

Two excellent museums/exhibitions for the price of one, Handel Hendrix House is a wonderful place to spend a couple of hours or more. You’re in the company of two musical geniuses, what more could you ask for! The volunteer guides are especially helpful and happy to chat.

Sadly, very poor. On arrival, at 3:55, I was told that I had 45 minutes in the property - this despite the website clearly stating it is open until 5pm. I was asked whether I was more interested in Handel or Hendrix. I enjoy both but expressed a greater interest in the latter and was “helpfully” advised “in that case, I suggest you spend more time in that section”… As other reviews have stated, there is very little information in the Handel section - I read every word in every room and was through in 15 minutes. The Handel section is very disappointing and, again as others have mentioned, and despite Handel being “tangential” to it, the Foundling Museum in Brunswick Square WC1, reveals far more about the man, his works and his values. I’d go there again in a flash! The Hendrix section was better, and again I read every word, but there was nothing a Hendrix fan would not already know and no original artefacts. Bearing in mind that, other than one mirror, nothing was original, it’s a pity that there wasn’t a replica of a right-handed fender strat strung left-handed, leaning up against the replica Marshall cabinet in the rear room… Sadly, at 4:40, I was told that I had to leave the last of the upstairs rooms and was hurried into the shop. I perused the items and was told that the shop had shut at 4:30 and I was asked to leave. When I noted that it was 4:45 and that I had understood that the museum was open until 5pm, I was told “we have to cash up”. Fair enough, but if visitors will be asked to leave at 4:45, maybe stating closing at 4:45 rather than 5pm would be more appropriate. In summary, the whole experience was unwelcoming and disappointing. I’d give the Handel section one star, the Hendrix section two and the “welcome” less than zero. If you’re interested in Handel, there are many better places to experience the man, his works, and his legacy - the Foundling Museum being one of the lesser-known, but best. Sadly, the alternatives for Hendrix are more limited and so I can’t recommend a “place” to visit but “A Room Full Of Mirrors” is a good read and the dvd biography “Hendrix” cannot be beaten.

I love going to the Handel Hendrix House - I go twice a year with differnet groups. But I really wish they would stop moving rooms and stuff around on the Hendrix side of the property. The rotating exhibitions at the Handel House are always well presented and consitent in the rooms that they are put in. But the Hendrix side has been reconfigured since I was last there in early 2026 - the room of his albums has been made smaller and shifted position, there seems to be less to read about him, the dress-up room is now in a very small place, and it just doesn't flow as well. Also they need to be much clearer about what the end of the day policy was. I was still in there at 4:20pm and was asked by a very officious docent voluenteer how long I would be staying - when I said I thought the museum shuts at 5pm she said it did but they were closing up effectively each room behind me as I left them - so there's no chance to go through the house more than once. They also shut the front door so I has to go out a back way and was completely lost in the warren of news behind the building. Some of the staff there are very chatty but this particuarly member of staff seemed really grumpy that anyone would dare to visit. Very seriously reconsidering taking a group of people around again next year if they keep this behaviour and constant change up.

Excellent & great value-for-money attraction. Visited as group of 5 friends, we were impressed with the knowledgeable & friendly staff on both halves of the house. We spent way more time than expected there which shows how much we enjoyed. Especially enjoyed dressing up in the groovy gear in Jimi's flat.

Quirky little museum. Contrasting styles of Handel and Hendrix. Incredible to think that two masters of music lived under the same roof but so many years apart. Staff very friendly & approachable.

The house is said to be open till 5pm with last entry at 4pm. On my first visit I arrived spot on 4pm to find the door locked. The door was opened to let someone out. I asked if I could go in and was told it was closed. It felt very unwelcoming. I returned on another day, this time at 3pm and was allowed in. The best part is the Jimmy Hendrix flat which has some great story boards and details of the 1960's and Jimmy Hendrix's life in London. The Handel house part is ok but a bit light on information boards. The shop closed at spot on 4.30 pm. Given the unfriendliness of the place and the entrance fee (I got in using my Art Pass) it's only really for the real fans.

I visited here years ago when the Hendrix flat was just bare walls so seeing it done out as was in the 60s is great. I really liked the Handel house too as it shows how the house would've been originally. Lovely staff to chat to too.

I’d been past the front door many times over the last 25 years and finally decided to visit, there’s probably more to see in the Handel house than Hendrixs flat but I’m glad I finally saw it, two snapshots of a London long gone.

We loved our visit here! Both Handle’s house and Hendrix’s flat were informative and really interesting. There was lots of information displayed, and an app we could download with additional details. But what really made this such a great experience for us was one of the volunteer guides! (Karin I think she was called) She gave us so much information and told us so many stories about the two musicians, it was clear how passionate she was. We later found out from another member of staff that she was 95 years old! She is a credit to the museum, and an incredible woman.

I liked the visit. We thought it was a guided tour but it was docents in each room- some more knowledgeable than others. I thought the parts about Handel were good information and there were several areas where you could listen to his music. The Hendrix part of it was much smaller as he lived on one floor and was there for about 8 months I think although a pivotal time in his too short and illustrious career. If you want Handel information I’d give it an A. For Hendrix info - it’s for hard core Hendrix fans as it as many high points of that period, and some good footage and other information. There is a guide to read you can download but we didn’t bother. The house itself is very nice. The staff were more than friendly and helpful.

This was a really great compact trip out in London. The rooms were well assembled with information accessed in a number of ways-screen/audio/visual. The attendants were professional, friendly and helpful, ready to share knowledge but leaving one to one’s own devices if that’s what was needed.

Nice alternative to the huge museums. Interesting dichotomy of genres in one trip!

Enjoyed seeing and learning about Handel's life and work in the house for over 3 decades. Volunteers gave some valuable information and were friendly. Shame only one headphone was working in the listening room. As for Hendrix flat, more of an exhibition and only his bedroom and spare room to see. Very dark in the exhibition so quite hard to see all the pictures and descriptions. Didn't visit the gift shop - came out a different way we think!

Small but very interesting/informative. The staff really helpful. Great facilities with lift,toilets and lockers. Didn’t realise that there are regular music performances .Sunday afternoon baroque recital and in the Hendrix flat a couple of guys playing Hendrix.Would love to have stayed but had a train to catch so will have to visit again for the music.

My wife and I went to Handel Hendrix House recently on a quiet Saturday afternoon. Location of museum is in Mayfair not far from Oxford Street and New Bond Street. It is very interesting that Handel portion of home is multi-story and then Hendrix portion is connected to it and located on upper floor. Staff was very friendly and helpful. There is handheld provided that you read for more information. There was live music both classical and guitar on day we went. Admission free is reasonable and you can buy tickets ahead of time. Lot of history and recommend to check out.

This museum is a hidden gem for music lovers. Before visiting, we were especially interested in Jimi Hendrix, but we also enjoyed learning more about Handel and his life. The exhibits are informative and readily accessed.

For a start this is very good value for money gor a central London attraction. The staff are extremely helpful, knowledgable and friendly and willing to talk at length on the exhibits, the location, history or any other topic. I had a personal 20 minute talk on the history and construction of the harpsichord and a short recital. I really cant recommend enough if you are a fan of Handel, Hendrix or just a music lover.

Desperately needs a reboot. The curation and the staff/volunteers are equally self-absorbed and rooted in the 1950s. And offering concerts, with promise of seating per the photos, when there are only 4 seats? Really? Shame, as it could be so neat, and the Hendrix part is well done

Jimi Hendrix, one of the tragic "27 Club" who died aged 27, lived for less than a year in the top floor flat and George Frideric Handel, a German-British Baroque composer well-known for his operas, oratorios, anthems, concerti grossi, and organ concerti, who lived in the house on the right for about 36 years. So different - such a contrast! The house has been restored to period look and feel (the furniture is "of the time" rather than original) but when Handle lived there, he looked out on to fields at the front of the building. Hendrix's flat is so small that getting a feel for the space is pointless when there is so much of his story and music around. The trustees have done a great job in bringing this altogether but it is a bit expensive. However, there are ways to reduce the cost through the National Art Pass.

Handel Hendrix House is a house museum that consists of two residences - the house of the famed Baroque composer George Frederic Handel and the flat of one of the greatest guitarists of all time, Jimmy Hendrix. In the Handel section, you can explore the composer's bedroom, the dining room in which he led rehearsals, the front and back parlours/sitting rooms, and the kitchen. You can also enjoy temporary exhibitions that focus on different aspects of Handel's life and career. Although Handel was German by birth, he spent most of his life in the UK and he lived in this particular house for more than 35 years. In comparison, Jimmy Hendrix spent less than 2 years in the 23 Brook Street flat that is part of this site, but, nevertheless, this is the most appropriate place in London to celebrate him. The main room where he would have entertained visitors and written music has been restored and you can also enjoy a permanent exhibition that explores his life in 1960s London, his career and his legacy. Standard tickets to this site cost £14.50, which I think is good value for money if you're interested in either one of these musicians. We didn't have to pay as we got free entry through my Art Fund Pass, otherwise we might not have visited as neither one of us is very musical, so I think we didn't spend more than 45 minutes here.

Well I'm not sure what I expected to find here, but it does what it says on the tin. Somewhat surreal, very unique, and I imagine if you are a die hard Hendrix or Handel fan then this is a must visit.

I enjoyed visiting this place whole afternoon. The staff was very friendly. I highly recommend it to visit and spend few hours if you are an avid music fan and history.

Handel & Hendrix House is situated in Brook Street and is a short walk from Bond Street station. It is an old Georgian house which was the home of George Frideric Handel in the 18th century and Jimi Hendrix in the late Sixties. The house has been renovated over the years and there is much interesting memorabilia relating to both these musical giants throughout. Handel composed 42 operas including the Messiah. I had little knowledge of him prior to my visit but the helpful guides provided a good insight to his career. He spent 36 years in this house. Hendrix lived here with girlfriend Kathy Etchingham for around a year. Some great photos and old clothing of Jimi’s plus old guitars, great background music and videos. I spent an hour or so here and thoroughly enjoyed my visit. Admission was free with an Art Fund card.

An excellent experience. I initially went because of the Hendrix connection. The Handel House was beautiful and a real effort has been made to recreate the atmosphere. The lady who was in the rooms to give more Info and answer any questions was very knowledgeable and pleasant. The Hendrix room(which was his main hangout) was like walking back in time to the 60s. The adjoining rooms were full of information and displays which was nicely laid out. The house has been modified quite extensively since the 60s so some rooms & staircases have changed. It would have been good to see more of what the flat consisted of, but overall the experience was very good and it was well worth the entrance fee.

Very interesting walk through history! I visited mainly for Hendrix but found myself quite intrigued by the Handel section of the house as well. A lot of fascinating facts and objects and some very knowledgeable and approachable staff made it a fantastic trip!

Small museum in the heart of London. You can visit the houses of Händel and Jimi Hendrix who lived next to each other. This was nice to go to but talking to the guides most of the items were replicas.

Utterly disappointing and a complete waste of time and money. I thought I was going to see the flat Hendrix lived in. Instead it was his bedroom and even that room only had the original mirror. There is no access to kitchen or bathroom so no atmosphere. His bedroom had Xmas trees too which are completely out of place. I am so upset.

Great help from the staff. Learned a lot. Wonderful day! I am a musician and came with a friend of mine who I played with once in 1966. Fond memories

Very interesting,and staff were very informative,truly enjoyed visit.Knew quite alot about Hendrix but not too much about Handel,however now I know quite a lot more. Will tell my friends to visit.

Interesting museum with great facts about the history of music in London, went there as a Hendrix fan but found the Handel information very good, also has very good staff.

Absolutely wonderful experience. Stayed about three hours during which amongst other things we were treated to a string instrument recital and Old English cookers demonstration. Staff so very caring, friendly and informative.

Visited the museum twice since the refurbishment. The rooms are wonderful and the audio experience of Handel’s greatest hits was brilliant. The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. Many are volunteers who really enjoy sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for the museum. On my last visit there was some wonderful live music in the Handel part of the museum played on replica instruments in of the era which was tremendously evocative!

I was really impressed by the whole experience. The portable guide and pictures/ artifacts/ information boards/ audio/ visual recordings were interesting and informative. Everything was beautifully and clearly presented. There was so much more to see and learn than I had expected. We spent a couple of hours visiting both parts of the museum. We were delighted to watch wonderful performers playing music by or influenced by Handel and Hendrix. The friendly and welcoming guides were fantastic, explaining about the rooms and background relating to Handel and Hendrix. They related interesting facts and answered our questions. Would appeal to all age groups, particularly music enthusiasts. Well worth going and good value.

I start my review by stating that it is well worth visiting, and that it is a valuable and interesting museum with courteous staff. The gift shop is excellent, and there are clean accessible toilets. The museum guidebook is a vital purchase. But I think the museum has a bit of a dilemma, and a lack of space to handle it (pardon the pun.) Should it focus on being a faithful recreation of how Handel and Hendrix lived on a day to day basis, or a museum about them and their music? My verdict is that it tips the balance to how they lived on a day to day basis. There is not enough wider context. Perhaps with Handel it is to his detriment. His life was so fascinating, his social connections and position in society so special. The museum fails to provide context - I would have liked more on how and why Handel made music for the monarchy. What about his connections with the Duke of Chandos, and Thomas Coram? What did his fellow composers think of him? On the plus side, we see how he lived in a fairly spartan environment compared to stately homes. How his home was also an office, with composition, performances and tickets sold for concerts all taking place. The positive side of how Hendrix is presented is the excellent description of his London life. The closeness to various clubs and clothes shops. The late nights and jam sessions. The punishing work schedule. His bedroom is well presented. The negative side is again, context. How did Hendrix's music fit into the London scene? Was anyone else making similar music? How did it influence subsequent generations? If only there was a bit more space, I would hope these questions and more could be answered.

Absolutely awful, most rooms are filled with absolutely nothing but a few pictures that can be seen online anyway, the facts etc on the walls are limited and don’t provide any further information than the average fan would already know. The entire place is a replica and has no actual exhibits to look at and the only room that is replicated is Hendrix bedroom! All other rooms are empty. Takes the mick when it’s £14 per person to enter. Better off having a google or visiting a museum with actual things to look at or visiting a local abandoned house for the exact same experience.

Handal's house is 4 floors, Hendrix flat just 2 rooms, with only 1 set up as lived in. In both parts there is only 1 or 2 pieces that were actually there when the relevant people lived there. Still interesting to visit, heard a good talk from a young lady in Handal's bedroom about a piece of his music. As to cost, I suppose it's about the same as most independant museums. Luckily I have an Art Pass

There's nothing I can really add to what's already been said. Hendrix was a legend in his own time and true innovator & pioneer of the rock/blues electric guitar, if you're into that genre. You only have to hear 2-3 notes and you know immediately it's Jimi. I'm so glad I did this little 'pilgrimage' to pay homage to 'the man'. Although I went primarily for the 'Hendrix', the 'Handel' was also fascinating. I'm sure for some, that would have been the main reason for their visit. The staff were all helpful and well informed. My only little niggles are that I would have likes to have heard something 'louder and prouder', maybe with a larger screen instead of a little 'telly'. The place is also not easy to find, so read the directions as the entrance is 'round the back down a little alley leading to what looks like a nice restaurant. There also wasn't much in the gift shop (although I think they're closing soon for some improvement work to be done). ENJOY!

Enjoyed our visit here. The bottom floors are dedicated to Handel and there are some interesting artefacts with significance to Handel - loved the pianos! Lots of paintings, examples of sheet music and good explanations. Upstairs is dedicated to Hendrix, again with lots of interesting information and artefacts - including an original guitar used by Hendrix. The bedroom is furnished as it would have been in Hendrix's residency. If you are interested in music, this place is a must.

There aren't too many of Handel's or Hendrix's possessions to view in either of the properties, but interesting nonetheless. The staff were knowledgeable and the museum was well presented / informative. Thank you, Sybil. For those who like the works of either composer, it was good have been able to have stood in the room that the Messiah was written in or that Hendrix jammed in. However, I would suggest Handel's most notable piece, The Hallelujah Chorus is played. Or perhaps Sarabande, Dixit Dominus HWV 232, Water Music - Alla Hornpipe or The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba. And for Hendrix’s flat, Crosstown, All Along the Watchtower or the Wind Cries Mary. I would recommend a visit in when it reopens in 2023.

Just being where Hendrix had lived was almost enough! With knowledgeable room guides in both the Hendrix and Handel parts of the museum the overall experience was spot on. I was delighted to see one of my own favourite records featured in Jimi's collection.

Being in Jimmi Hendrix’s bedroom was absolutely mind blowing. If you’re a music fan then head down to this place, you won’t be disappointed.

Spent a few fascinating hours in this building soaking up the atmosphere of two musical titans. The guides were informative and friendly. and the recreations are done in a sensitive way. The visit set my imagination on fire especially the Hendrix flat. Such a humble abode for one of the greatest musical innovators of all time. Well worth £10 to set your imagination free (especially in these horrible times).

Had such a wonderful time at the Handel and Hendrix Museum. Spent almost 3 hours, soaking up the atmosphere of this wonderful place!! I am going to go back again for another visit, before it closes in September, for planned opening of extra rooms. So much information gained by the lovely people and guides in each room of the house. Best 10 pounds ever spent!!! Caroline Mitchell.

What an absolute gem this place is! We so enjoyed our visit here, absolutely fascinating and all the staff were so welcoming and informative. We particularly enjoyed listening to one of the guides play the harpsichord and show us how it worked. The house has a lovely atmosphere and you really got a sense of how it must have been during Handels residence here. Jimi Hendrix flat was just great, so much attention to detail in the bedroom and such a thrill to see some of the memorabilia and read all the information and watch the interviews etc. So pleased we visited and we intend to return when all the restrictions are lifted and live concerts resume there again. A must see if you are visiting the city - great gift shop too!

I loved this place. The guides were excellent, really chatty and informative and a great addition to the excellent audio guide. Seeing the Handel rooms and the history behind it all was so exciting. And then the change to Hendrix and all the 60s stuff was a great contrast. What a great day out.

I have often walked along Brook Street in London's Mayfair and perhaps noticed the signs for Handel and Hendrix in London, but had never visited until now, when, with overseas holidays cancelled, I have been exploring interesting places in London. It seems a strange piece of face that brought George Frideric Handel and Jimmy Hendrix together in adjacent houses, albeit separated by 200 years. Handel moved into the new house at 25 Brook Street in 1723, which was then a polite area of London in which to live convenient for the concert halls, and lived there until his death in 1759. Just over 200 years later, in 1969, Hendrix rented the adjacent flat in No 23, staying there occasionally over the next few months when he was in London. The comparative rents were £35 per annum for Handel to rent an entire house in 1723 and £30 per week for Hendrix to rent his flat in 1968, which shows the impact of inflation over the years. Fortunately, the property had two staircases which enables them to manage movement by visitors in terms of covid precautions. I would recommend you read the background on the website before you visit as the history of the two properties over the last two centuries is fascinating and, it is almost a surprise that they exist today at all. On show is a mixture of exhibits related to the two men and rooms furnished as they would have been at the different times. The guides are full of helpful information, so do talk to them, especially about the furnished rooms and the artwork on show. A fascinating visit, which brings to life a little part of the history and achievements of these two giants of the musical world.

The written material on display was good, especially in Hendrix's flat. Talking to the guides in the rooms, especially in Handel's house was very interesting.

as i have an art pass,this museum is included in the price,i have been meaning to visit for a long time but then lockdown came.booked for its first day of opening!very interesting museum,not sure if its worth £10 to visit,it takes less than 2 hours to go round.although im not a jimmy hendrix fan,i got an insight into his brief life and the impact he made on the british music scene in the 1960s.i enjoyed the handel exihibition more as i prefer classical music.

The Hendrix flat used to be always booked up months in advance when it was offered as part of the London Open House weekends around 2012. Back then the Handel House could be visited, but the Hendrix flat (above it) couldn't. It's since been lovingly restored in appropriate period decor and has an engrossing exhibition and video devoted to his tenancy of the flat, which he shared with his British girlfriend, for 2 years at the turn of the 1960s. It's at the top of the narrow, 4-storey building. On the two floors below are displays and recreation of how the house would have looked when Handel lived there in the 18th century. I hadn't realised that he was given British citizenship and lived here until his death at the age of 74, when he was virtually blind (one theory being this was caused by lead poisoning). The contrast is striking and apparently it tickled Hendrix, who even bought some of Handel's music on LP to add to his huge collection of vinyl records. Overall this is a very diverting way to spend a few hours. There's plenty to read on the information panels and very helpful guides stationed in each room, who are happy to answer questions.