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Salisbury Cathedral

Castle & Historic Landmark · Wiltshire, England

Salisbury Cathedral is a castle & historic landmark in Wiltshire, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

PriceAdult £10 · Child £0 · Family £18
Estimated advance online pricing (2025/26 levels); verify on the official site before booking.
Best time to goAny day; Magna Carta.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAbout 5+; steps and uneven ground, so check pram access
If it rainsMixed: walls and courtyards are outdoors, some rooms give shelter
Money saverCheck membership value (English Heritage, National Trust, HES, Cadw); family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsCathedral with the tallest spire in Britain and an original Magna Carta.
What to packSturdy shoes, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

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