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

Salisbury travel guide

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With a population of 45,600, Salisbury is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. 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 November
Estimated hotel price
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salisbury in November
Estimated hotel price
£78
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, easyJet, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Salisbury departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

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 Turo and Sixt, 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, easyJet, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Salisbury departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

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 Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Airports near Salisbury

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Salisbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,086 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,064 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,421 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,407 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,613 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,874 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,593 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,846 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,241 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,455 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (413 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,388 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,293 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salisbury

Average rates range from around £94 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £275 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Salisbury, with prices from £48 to £1,924 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Salisbury are about 26% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Salisbury

Most booked hotels in Salisbury

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The Riverside
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£113+
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The Mill House
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£148+
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New Forest Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Mercure Salisbury White Hart Hotel & Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Best Western Salisbury Red Lion Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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Stonehenge Inn
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£53+
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Hiring a car in Salisbury

Hiring a car in Salisbury costs £39 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.14 and £25.51. Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Salisbury, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Salisbury costs £39 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.14 and £25.51. Compact (Jeep Avenger or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Salisbury, while also 46% cheaper than other types, on average.

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