What To See and Do When You Stay in Salisbury

Salisbury is located in the heart of the county of Wiltshire and has much to offer visitors. There are a great number of attractions to be enjoyed in Salisbury city itself as well as plenty to be found nearby.  Here we will look at just a small sample of the attractions you can enjoy when you stay in Salisbury.

1.     Stonehenge – This is of course one of the most well known of all the attractions to be found close to the city of Salisbury. This famous stone circle features stones that were erected here between 3,000 and 1,600 BC. The way the stones have been erected is based on the way in which the sun rises and sets.  While you are at Stonehenge, take time out to see some of the other 400 scheduled monuments which surround it as well. 

2.     Salisbury Cathedral -  The building of this wonderful cathedral was completed in 1258.  But it isn't just the Cathedral that needs to be explored the area surrounding it is wonderful as well and provides a haven of tranquility in this rural Wiltshire town. 

3.    Longleat – If you want something to keep the kids amused for the day then a visit to this attraction is a must. There is a stately home to explore, extensive grounds surrounding it, and of course the Wildlife park. This Elizabethan property is set in gardens that were landscaped by Capability Brown. Along with the house to explore there are plenty of attractions surrounding it including a maze and butterfly house. But of course what everybody really comes to Longleat for is to view the lions, tigers, wolves and other exotic creatures in the safari park.

4.    Farmer Giles Farmstead -  This is located a short drive from Salisbury in the Wiltshire downs. If your children have never met farm animals face to face before this is a great place to introduce them to them. Depending on the time of the year, you may have the opportunity to bottle feed the lambs or young goats. You can also pet the donkeys and ponies.  If they have some extra energy which needs to be gotten rid of then let them explore the adventure playground. 

There is also a restaurant on site for you to relax and enjoy a well-deserved rest. The restaurant offers good quality home cooked meals and there is a bouncy castle, sandpit and play area for the younger children to enjoy.

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