Stonehenge Tickets
Stand before the monumental stones at Stonehenge and confront a mystery that has baffled and intrigued people for millennia. Walk in the footsteps of people who lived thousands of years ago and see the sheer scale and precision of the monument. Whether you're a history buff, a curious traveler, or simply looking for a unique experience, Stonehenge is a must-see.
- This entry ticket grants you the most flexibility for a completely self-guided exploration of Stonehenge. Spend as much or as little time as you wish!
- Gain direct access to Stonehenge, the Neolithic houses, and the Visitor Center, home to 250+ artifacts, and enhance your visit with a multilingual audio guide.
- Enjoy complete control over your schedule and explore at your own rhythm, allowing you to tailor your visit to your specific interests.
- For added convenience, upgrade your ticket for round-trip coach transfers from Central London and eliminate the stress of planning your own transportation.
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- This entry ticket grants you the most flexibility for a completely self-guided exploration of Stonehenge. Spend as much or as little time as you wish!
- Gain direct access to Stonehenge, the Neolithic houses, and the Visitor Center, home to 250+ artifacts, and enhance your visit with a multilingual audio guide.
- Enjoy complete control over your schedule and explore at your own rhythm, allowing you to tailor your visit to your specific interests.
- For added convenience, upgrade your ticket for round-trip coach transfers from Central London and eliminate the stress of planning your own transportation.
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About Stonehenge
Up for a history adventure near London? Stonehenge, a massive 6,500-acre UNESCO World Heritage Site, is perfect for you. Admire the only surviving lintelled stone circle, where each colossal stone, averaging 25 tons, was transported over 250km. And Stonehenge's mysteries don't stop there! They've even found Roman artifacts around the site, hinting at visitors from way back then. Visit Stonehenge, a source of wonder for ages, even inspiring books, and movies, and lining up perfectly with the summer solstice.
The average Stonehenge stone weighs 25 tons, with the biggest one, the Heel Stone, clocking in at 30 tons.
The whole site covers a massive 6,500 acres. That's like 7 Central Parks in New York City all squished together!
Believe it or not, some of the stones at Stonehenge journeyed 240km all the way from South Wales by boat.
Stonehenge was accidentally bought at an auction in 1915 by local businessman Cecil Chubb who just wanted some dining chairs for £6,600! Luckily, 3 years later, he ended up giving it back so everyone could enjoy it.
Over 1,500 Roman trinkets have been found near Stonehenge - coins, jewelry, pins, and pottery shards, left by people visiting Stonehenge as a shrine.
Why visit Stonehenge?
Unique world heritage site
Stonehenge is the most architecturally sophisticated stone circle in the entire world and the only surviving one with lintels on top (beams that connect the rocks). Plus, the fact that some stones traveled 250km to get there and were assembled using precisely interlocking joints makes it even more impressive!
Archealogical wonder
Stonehenge is surrounded by over 350 burial mounds and other prehistoric monuments from the early Neolithic, late Neolithic, and early Bronze Ages, highlighting its importance for thousands of years. The earliest parts of Stonehenge were actually one of the biggest cremation cemeteries in Neolithic Britain!
Symbol of ancient craft
Stonehenge is an icon of the ancient world and a powerful image of ancient archaeological achievement! It's been painted, written about in poems and books, and even featured in movies and music. Even today, people come from all over to visit this mysterious place and feel its power.
Plan your visit
- Closed: Stonehenge is closed on December 25.
- Exception to opening hours: Stonehenge is open from 9:30am to 7pm on Christmas Eve.
- Last admission: 2 hours before closing time.
Audioguides are available at Stonehenge.
A souvenir shop is available at Stonehenge.
There is a cafe at the Stonehenge.
Toilets are available at the Stonehenge Visitor Center.
Free Wi-Fi is available at the Visitor Center.
Free parking is available for members and those who have pre-booked their tickets.
Paid parking is available for non-members and those who have not pre-booked their tickets.
Breastfeeding is welcome anywhere on the premises.
EV charging stations are available at the Stonehenge.
Transportation services from London to Stonehenge are available.
Two wheelchairs are available on the premises on a first-come first-served basis.
The Stonehenge premises are wheelchair accessible.
Strollers are allowed at the Stonehenge.
Service animals are allowed at the Stonehenge.
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