Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car
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Salisbury travel guide

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With a population of 45,600, Salisbury is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Salisbury to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Salisbury

If you’re looking for affordable options, Allium (6-7 Ox Row) and Qudos (38 Castle Street) are great picks.

When to visit Salisbury

Salisbury in February
Estimated hotel price
£84
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salisbury in February
Estimated hotel price
£84
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Salisbury

Plane

Although Salisbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 45 miles from Salisbury. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Salisbury departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Salisbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 78 miles from Salisbury. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Salisbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 45 miles from Salisbury. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Salisbury departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Salisbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 78 miles from Salisbury. You’ll find branches of Rentacar and H-Lead Hospitality, among others, in London.

Airports near Salisbury

Airlines serving Salisbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,274 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,586 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,260 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,099 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,652 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,719 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,352 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,542 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (435 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,764 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,421 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,441 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,513 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salisbury

Average rates range from around £86 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £156 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Salisbury

Most booked hotels in Salisbury

The Mill House
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£147+
The Riverside, WorldHotels Distinctive
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£91+
The George Hotel, Amesbury, Wiltshire
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£64+
New Forest Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£66+
Milford Hall Salisbury By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£76+
Legacy Rose And Crown Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£54+

Hiring a car in Salisbury

Hiring a car in Salisbury costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.76 per litre in Salisbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £21.05 and £28.06. The most frequently booked car type in Salisbury is Compact (Volkswagen Caddy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Salisbury costs £36 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.76 per litre in Salisbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £21.05 and £28.06. The most frequently booked car type in Salisbury is Compact (Volkswagen Caddy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 40% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.