Introduction
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 one of the most popular cities to visit 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 February
Estimated hotel price
$198
1 night at 3-star hotel
Salisbury in February
Estimated hotel price
$198
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. The shortest flight to Salisbury from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 29h.

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 GREEN MOTION and U-Save, 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. The shortest flight to Salisbury from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 29h.

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 GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Salisbury

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Salisbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,299 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,277 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,460 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (982 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,697 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,685 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,462 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,552 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,840 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,534 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,455 reviews)
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Where to stay in Salisbury

Average rates range from around $240 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $424 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Salisbury, with prices from $85 to $4,518 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Salisbury are about 3% 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 George Hotel, Amesbury, Wiltshire
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$149+
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New Forest Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$147+
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Mercure Salisbury White Hart Hotel & Apartments
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$167+
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Milford Hall Salisbury By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$169+
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Legacy Rose And Crown Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$124+
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Hiring a car in Salisbury

Expect to pay $4.16 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 $49.82 and $66.43. The most frequently booked car type in Salisbury is Intermediate (Vauxhall Zafira Tourer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $4.16 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 $49.82 and $66.43. The most frequently booked car type in Salisbury is Intermediate (Vauxhall Zafira Tourer or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.