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
£74
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salisbury in November
Estimated hotel price
£74
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 73 km 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 126 km from Salisbury. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Salisbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 73 km 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 126 km from Salisbury. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Salisbury

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Salisbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,230 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,570 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,196 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,060 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,479 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,545 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,158 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,972 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,207 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,573 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,529 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,467 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,593 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salisbury

Average rates range from around £90 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £192 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Salisbury

Most booked hotels in Salisbury

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The Mill House
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£147+
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The George Hotel, Amesbury, Wiltshire
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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New Forest Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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Mercure Salisbury White Hart Hotel & Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£89+
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Legacy Rose And Crown Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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The Stones Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£108+
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Hiring a car in Salisbury

Hiring a car in Salisbury costs £34 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Salisbury.

Expect to pay £1.62 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 £19.34 and £25.78. The most frequently booked car type in Salisbury is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Salisbury costs £34 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Salisbury.

Expect to pay £1.62 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 £19.34 and £25.78. The most frequently booked car type in Salisbury is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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