Amesbury Travel Guide
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The George Hotel, Amesbury, Wiltshire
"Excellent hotel nicely placed for visiting stonehenge and Salisbury and wouldn't hesitate to go back"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026

Holiday Inn Salisbury - Stonehenge by IHG
"Front desk staff great Excellent breakfast"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Stonehenge Courtyard
"Big bed and big bathroom; nice welcome bags served as continental breakfast with fresh fruit and granola."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Stone Circle Glamping
"A great location to explore the area, including walking distance to WoodHenge, a short drive to Stonehenge and an hour from Glastonbury. Very quiet, peaceful and quaint. The perfect short break away."
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Peartree Serviced Apartments
"Well located next door to the train station/Stonehenge tourbus stop and easy and safe walk to everything in Salisbury including enterprise rent a car, which was nice for driving to Dartmoor National Park. Plenty of space for family to spread out in the 2BR unit with plenty of seating in living room. ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Unique, Spacious, Self-Built Eco House with Huge Garden and Movie Room
"We had an amazing long weekend at this property with our group of friends and kids (between 6 and 10yrs). The weather was lovely, so we took full advantage of the great outdoor dining / lounge area while the kids played in the large garden. The kitchen was well equipped and we had everything we needed. ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Popular places to visit

Stonehenge
This powerful prehistoric structure is one of England’s most visited monuments and an important UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Salisbury Cathedral
Climb to the top of the country’s tallest spire and check the time on the hands of a 14th-century clock.

Wilton House
Listen to the story of the earls of Pembroke and the former priory on this site. Take the children to the playground in the pleasant gardens.

Cathedral Close
You can study the exhibits at Cathedral Close, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Salisbury. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Salisbury Racecourse
You can take time to visit Salisbury Racecourse during your travels to Netherhampton. Visit the stunning cathedral and cosy cafes in this relaxing area.

Old Sarum
Climb to the top of this Iron Age hilltop monument and cross the wooden bridge to see a castle built by William the Conqueror.
Activities

Stonehenge Morning Half-Day Tour from London Including Admission

Simply Stonehenge Half- Day Trip from London

From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol

Stonehenge Tour from Southampton to London

Half-Day Small-Group Tour to Stonehenge from Bath, inc Entry
- Stonehenge
- New Forest National Park
- Longleat Safari and Adventure Park
- Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World
- Highclere Castle
- Center Parcs Longleat Forest
- Salisbury Cathedral
- Longleat
- Avebury Stone Circle
- Kennet & Avon Canal
- North Wessex Downs
- Wilton House
- Old Sarum
- Salisbury Museum
- Woodhenge
- Stonehenge Visitor Centre
- Shearwater Lake
- Magna Carta Chapter House

