Enjoy the here and now.

Whether you are a visitor or a local resident there is plenty to see, do and discover in Salisbury and the surrounding area. There are events to entertain, from car boot sales, festivals and exhibitions. Or, be inspired by our itineraries, with unique independent shops, top UK attractions, entertainment venues and delicious eateries - find them all with our beautifully illustrated Salisbury City Map.

For those who want to explore further, Salisbury is a perfect base to travel the wider area with enough to keep you occupied for a day, week, month or years!

Download our handy Salisbury mini guide here for a quick guide to the city you can print out and bring on your travels! 

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13 Jan 2023

Explore Visual Arts in Salisbury

From its historic cathedral and classical streets to its contemporary galleries and exhibitions, our modern medieval city is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in visual art.

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27 Aug 2022

Experience Salisbury after dark!

Salisbury has a real tradition of hospitality, which makes it a great location for a night out! What better time to try what our city has to offer than during Taste Salisbury...

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10 Jun 2022

Salisbury's garden gems

Salisbury is a city set in beautiful Wiltshire countryside with five rivers, the Cathedral Close, wide open spaces and water meadows waiting to be discovered.

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21 Apr 2022

The best places to have Afternoon Tea in Salisbury

It’s National Tea Day, which gives us the ideal excuse to take time out for a cuppa and slice of cake! Here are the best places for afternoon tea in our modern medieval city.

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07 Feb 2022

10 fun facts about Salisbury

We have medieval architecture, a towering cathedral, historic markets and beautiful green spaces. What more do you need to know? Here are our ten fun facts about Salisbury....

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15 Feb 2022

What is Her Salisbury Story?

Her Salisbury Story is a project that aims to bring the city’s heritage alive through the celebration of the lives of Salisbury’s women past and present. 

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Salisbury Cathedral

Salisbury Cathedral has been a place of worship, welcome, and hospitality for over 800 years. The story of this great Cathedral is a tale of defiance and ingenuity that begins back in 1218.

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14 Jan 2022

Milford Street Bridge Project

Salisbury's fascinating history and rich culture is plain to see through a colourful mural in the heart of the city. 

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Hidden gems in Salisbury

There is much more to Salisbury than meets the eye. It is a city where extraordinary is ordinary. Discover Salisbury's hidden gems. 

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01 Aug 2021

Experience a staycation in Salisbury

With international travel looking unlikely this year, discover why Salisbury is the perfect staycation destination.

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Salisbury Playhouse

Salisbury Playhouse one of the UK’s leading producing theatres with a busy programme of events from plays to pantomimes, musicals and youth theatre.

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Pictures to inspire your Salisbury experience

Salisbury. A modern medieval city that calls out to be photographed! Take a look at the pictures that will inspire you to experience Salisbury.

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