The city of Salisbury located in the heart of the county of Wiltshire, England has much to offer those who choose to spend time in it. There are a great number of attractions to be enjoyed in Salisbury city itself as well as plenty to be found nearby.  Below we look at just a few of the attractions you may enjoy when you decide to spend time in Salisbury.

1.     Stonehenge – This is of course one of the most well known of all the attractions to be found close to the city of Salisbury. The stones that one can see there today were erected there between 3,000 and 1,600 BC. The way the stones have been erected is based on the way in which the sun rises and sets.  While you are at Stonehenge, take time out to see some of the other 400 scheduled monuments which surround it as well. 

2.     Salisbury Cathedral -  The building of this wonderful cathedral was completed in 1258.  The area surrounding the cathedral is wonderful as well and provides a peaceful haven in this Wiltshire town. 

3.    Longleat – If you want something to keep the kids amused for the day then a visit to this attraction is a must. There is a stately home to explore, extensive grounds surrounding it, and of course the Wildlife park. This Elizabethan property is set in gardens that were landscaped by Capability Brown. As well as the house, there is also a maze and a butterfly house. But of course what everybody really comes to Longleat for is to view the lions, tigers, wolves and other exotic creatures in the safari park.

4.    Farmer Giles Farmstead -  This is located a short drive from Salisbury in the Wiltshire downs. If your children have never met farm animals face to face before this is a great place to introduce them to them. At certain times of the year one has the opportunity to bottle feed the lambs or young goats (kids). Plus they have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the donkeys and ponies as well.  If they have some extra energy which needs to be gotten rid of then let them explore the adventure playground. 

Plus after all that wandering around and getting up close and personal with the animals there is the wonderful restaurant to enjoy as well. Here you can enjoy a good quality home cooked meal and whilst you sit and relax afterwards there is a bouncy castle, sandpit and play area for the younger children and toddlers to enjoy.

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