Things to do and where to stay in Salisbury
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Salisbury is an old cathedral city in Wiltshire, in the south of England. Its highlight is Salisbury Cathedral, which has the tallest spire in England and holds one of the most important original copies of Magna Carta. The city is the gateway to Stonehenge, the World Heritage prehistoric stone circle just 15 kilometres away. The small medieval town has a quiet, lovely atmosphere.

Salisbury Cathedral🗿Stonehenge📜Magna Carta🏞️Wiltshire countryside🏰Old Sarum
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Why stay in Salisbury

The tallest spire in England

Salisbury Cathedral has a spire 123 metres tall, the highest in the United Kingdom.

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Gateway to Stonehenge

The World Heritage prehistoric stone circle is just 15 kilometres away.

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An original Magna Carta

The cathedral holds one of the best-preserved original copies of the 1215 Magna Carta.

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A small medieval town

An old market, timber-framed buildings, and the quiet Wiltshire countryside.

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Local dishes to try in Salisbury

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    Cream tea

    Scones with jam and cream in an old-fashioned tearoom near the cathedral.

    📍 City centre
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    Sunday roast

    Roast meat with Yorkshire pudding in a warm, welcoming country pub.

    📍 Pubs around town
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    Cheddar cheese

    A classic English cheese from the southwest of the country.

    📍 Around town
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    Local ale

    Ales from Wiltshire breweries served in old pubs.

    📍 City-centre pubs
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    West Country cider

    Rich apple cider from the west of England.

    📍 Around town
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    Salisbury Cathedral

    A Gothic cathedral with the tallest spire in England, holding an original Magna Carta.

    📍 City centre
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    Stonehenge

    The World Heritage prehistoric stone circle, one of England's icons.

    📍 Out of town
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    Old Sarum

    The ruins of an Iron Age hillfort and town, the origin of the city of Salisbury.

    📍 Outskirts
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    Cathedral Close

    The largest cathedral close in England, with old houses and a museum.

    📍 City centre
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    Market Square

    An open-air market held since medieval times, every Tuesday and Saturday.

    📍 City centre
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    Wilton House

    A grand English country house used to film several movies.

    📍 Nearby

Things to do in Salisbury

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3 Salisbury hotels our team picked for you

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Sarum College★ 9.1Value

Sarum College

📍 Salisbury⭐⭐⭐

#7 B&B in a theology college · inside Cathedral Close

From~$91/night
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The Cathedral Hotel Salisbury★ 8.7Upper-mid

The Cathedral Hotel Salisbury

📍 Salisbury⭐⭐⭐⭐

#4 Boutique · Cathedral spire view

From~$114/night
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Milford Hall Hotel & Spa★ 8.6Upper-mid

Milford Hall Hotel & Spa

📍 Salisbury⭐⭐⭐⭐

#3 country house · spa + indoor pool

From~$129/night
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Mercure Salisbury White Hart Hotel

★ 8.5⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Salisbury

#1 Georgian heritage · opposite the Cathedral

~$120/night
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Premier Inn Salisbury North

★ 8.5⭐⭐⭐Value📍 Salisbury

#5 Premier Inn · Hypnos beds & free parking

~$80/night
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Best Western Red Lion Hotel

★ 8.4⭐⭐⭐⭐Upper-mid📍 Salisbury

#2 Coaching Inn from 1220 · England's oldest

~$109/night
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The King's Head Inn Salisbury

★ 8.2⭐⭐⭐Value📍 Salisbury

#8 pub inn · good value near the cathedral

~$71/night
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Travelodge Salisbury Central

★ 8.0⭐⭐⭐Value📍 Salisbury

#6 Budget chain · cheapest central starting rate

~$63/night

🚆 Getting around Salisbury

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Train from London

Trains from London Waterloo reach Salisbury in about an hour and a half.

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Stonehenge Tour Bus

A tour bus from Salisbury station runs straight to Stonehenge and Old Sarum.

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Walk in the city

The city centre is compact; you can easily walk from the station to the cathedral and the market.

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Rent a car for the countryside

Renting a car is handy for visiting the villages and country houses around Wiltshire.

Where to go next near Salisbury

Frequently asked — where to stay in Salisbury

How do I get to Stonehenge from Salisbury?+

Take the Stonehenge Tour Bus from outside Salisbury railway station, about 30 minutes, with tickets that include admission.

How long does it take to get to Salisbury from London?+

A train from London Waterloo takes about an hour and a half, ideal for a day trip including Stonehenge.

Do I need to book Stonehenge tickets in advance?+

You should book online ahead of time, especially in summer and on holidays, as entry is on timed slots.

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