What to do and see in Wiltshire, England: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

September 9, 2021 Malia Yoakum

Discover the best top things to do in Wiltshire, United Kingdom including Rainbow Walk, Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta, Coleshill War Memorial, Avebury Stone Circle, Devils Den, Marlborough High Street, Caen Hill Locks, Lacock Abbey, Tithe Barn, Roundway Down Iron Age Hill Fort.
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1. Rainbow Walk

Theatre Square, Swindon SN1 1QN England
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5.0 based on 49 reviews

Rainbow Walk

Reviewed By 506kayleighj

It is such a lovely bright set of steps to cheer up swindon in tnese hard times and show unity for the lgbt community and all there hard work for swindon and wiltshire pride I for one love them you must visit ot them they will cheer you up x

2. Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta

6 The Close, Salisbury SP1 2EF England +44 1722 555120 [email protected] http://www.salisburycathedral.org.uk
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4.5 based on 6,642 reviews

Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta

Prepare to be amazed by one of the finest cathedrals in the UK, home to Britain’s tallest spire and largest cathedral close and cloisters. Our original 1215 Magna Carta is the best-preserved copy in existence and our 14th century clock is the oldest working mechanical clock in the world. We suggest 1.5 – 3 hours for your visit, but you can see most highlights in 45 minutes if you are pressed for time. You can enjoy delicious snacks and meals prepared freshly on-site in our Refectory Restaurant and browse our unique range of souvenirs in our Gift Shop. 10-minute walk from Salisbury Train Station | 20-minute drive from Stonehenge| 1.5 hours from London. Tickets must be booked online. There is no charge, but please support our work by giving a donation.

Reviewed By TroutQ - London, United Kingdom

What a great day out! I went mainly to see the Magna Carta but was surprised to discover a fantastic art and sculpture collection. The highlights for me being a sculpture by Anthony Gormley, the amazing font and a magnificent tapestry by Grayson Perry, the worlds oldest working clock and of course the Magna Carta. All the staff inside the Cathedral were helpful and friendly but Rob stood out as a fantastic curator. Thanks Rob for taking us back into the Cathedral to view the rear of the tapestry which we hadn't spotted. Oh and of course its a beautiful cathedral.....

3. Coleshill War Memorial

Church of St Peter and St Paul Church Hill, Swindon B46 3AD England
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Coleshill War Memorial

4. Avebury Stone Circle

Herepath Marlborough, Avebury SN8 1RF England +44 1672 539250 [email protected] http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/avebury/?utm_source=Trip%20Advisor&utm_campaign=Local%20Listings&utm_medium=Trip%20Advisor%20Profiles&utm_content=avebury
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4.5 based on 2,291 reviews

Avebury Stone Circle

This mysterious stone circle is thought to have been constructed in Neolithic times between 2500 to 2000 BC by The Beaker people, who might have played a major role in the formation of another eerie ancient site at Stonehenge.

Reviewed By F5904TEianm - Ashbourne, United Kingdom

In many ways more impressive than Stonehenge, and such a lot to see. It's great to get up close and walk amongst and indeed touch the stones, also a beautiful picturesque village with pub, church, manor house and museum barn. Easily enough for a half day, or perhaps a full day. If you enjoy walking and exploring our history, a 5 mile circuit also taking in Silbury Hill and West Kennet Long Barrow makes a full and fine day!

5. Devils Den

Clatford Bottom North of the A4, Marlborough England http://77jt9u3toob.wixsite.com/devils-den
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Devils Den

Reviewed By DaveWomble - Chippenham, United Kingdom

This is one of those deserted places with a startling piece of ancient history. A remarkable place to visit. The cap stone is enormous - I read somewhere that it is 17 tonnes - and somewhat extraordinary nested in a valley which is fairly remote from other places. If you want a special experience with stones, this is it. I walked up the steep hill from Fyfield and then back down to the Den, and then walked back along the flat (shorter distance) to the A4 a little further East towards Marlborough (SU 156 688). This is the easiest route but you’ll need wellies after heavy rain because it was flooded for a short distance.

6. Marlborough High Street

High Street, Marlborough England +44 1672 511690 http://www.themerchantshouse.co.uk
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4.5 based on 358 reviews

Marlborough High Street

Reviewed By cld802 - Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom

I love Marlborough and the High Street is quaint yet functional with a great mix of quirky and useful shops, and lots of places to eat and drink.

7. Caen Hill Locks

Canal & River Trust Car Park 1 The Locks, Devizes SN10 1PR England +44 303 040 4040 http://canalrivertrust.org.uk/places-to-visit/52-caen-hill-locks
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4.5 based on 1,056 reviews

Caen Hill Locks

Reviewed By NottinghamFishcake

The locks are both an amazing feat of engineering and beautiful, with the reservoirs housing all manner of wildlife. What made our experience best of all were the Canal and River Trust volunteers who helped us achieve the flight in near record time! Cheery and informative.. we had a great day. Thank you

8. Lacock Abbey

Lacock Abbey High Street, Lacock SN15 2LG England +44 1249 730459 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lacock
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4.5 based on 1,551 reviews

Lacock Abbey

Country house with monastic roots, once home to William Henry Fox Talbot The Abbey, located at the heart of the village within its own woodland grounds, is a quirky country house of various architectural styles, built upon the foundations of a former nunnery. Visitors can experience the atmosphere of the medieval rooms and cloister court, giving a sense of the Abbey's monastic past. The museum celebrates the achievements of former Lacock resident, William Henry Fox Talbot, famous for his contributions to the invention of photography.

Reviewed By MarilynC1267 - Poole, United Kingdom

Fantastic place to visit at any time of the year Beautiful Village with lots off things to buy from the gardens money is put through there letter box if you want to buy.

9. Tithe Barn

Tythe Barn Workshops Pound Lane, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 1LF England +44 370 333 1181 http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/bradford-on-avon-tithe-barn/
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4.5 based on 382 reviews

Tithe Barn

Reviewed By yummy88877 - Bristol, United Kingdom

Historically very interesting one of the largest Tithe Barns I have seen brings history to life imagining everyone bringing their produce and all being stored here. Well kept, lots of little craft shops to visit, playground for children,walks along river bank, canoes, lovely scenery and gardens great day out and place to enjoy visiting frequently

10. Roundway Down Iron Age Hill Fort

One mile north of Devizes, Devizes England
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4.5 based on 53 reviews

Roundway Down Iron Age Hill Fort

Reviewed By sellsgreen - Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Stunning views. Not wheelchair friendly and some steep drops through the woodland so with little ones you need to keep and extra eye. Definitely worth visiting!!

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