Things to see and do

Stone Circle Experience

An unforgettable opportunity to learn more about Stonehenge from our knowledgeable guides including time spent inside the tranquil circle of stones.

Stone Circle Experience at Stonehenge takes you up close to this world-famous monument. Learn the secrets of the stones and experience the power and mystery of these ancient sarsens and bluestones for yourself.

Visits last for an hour and take place in the early morning or evening, outside normal visiting hours. They're also subject to very limited availability, with a maximum of 52 people per session, split into two groups of 26 when at the stones.

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About

On arrival you will be split into two groups by your Stone Circle Experience host.

After taking the shuttle bus to the stones, each of the two groups will separately be given a guided tour of the inside of the stone circle as well as a tour of the surrounding landscape which contains important features such as the gruesomely named Slaughter Stone and the mighty Heel Stone. Your host will let you know which your group is doing first. There will be plenty of opportunity to take as many photos as you like, or just marvel at the majesty of this Neolithic masterpiece, we only ask that you don’t stand on or touch the stones.  

Please make sure you are ready to board the shuttle bus to the monument from the visitor centre 10 minutes before your Stone Circle Experience session start time.

 

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Planning your Stone Circle Experience

Early morning visits

If your visit is in the morning, the shop will be open on your return from the stones, the café will be open at 9am for a delicious hot breakfast, and the exhibition will be open from 9.30am.

Evening visits

You are welcome on site one hour before the site closes to day visitors to explore the visitor centre.

5pm site closes - arrive for SCE from 4pm
7pm site closes - arrive for SCE from 6pm

The shop is open before your visit but will close once the last Stone Circle Experience group has departed for the stones.

Visitors with access requirements are invited to call 0370 333 1181 to discuss your individual needs and we will do our best to accommodate you.

If you wish to meditate during your visit, please be aware that there will be up to 52 people in your group, so may wish to consider booking the entire session. Please call 0370 333 1181 to discuss this. 

Getting Here

By Public transport:

Nearest bus and railway stations: Salisbury (12 miles/19 kms) away.

By train: Regular services to Salisbury from London, Bristol/Bath and Southampton.

By taxi: Available at Salisbury train station.

Stonehenge Tour Bus

Please be aware that the timetable for the Stonehenge Tour Bus service from Salisbury to Stonehenge may not coincide with your visit. Please check the timetable before booking. 

By car:

If you are arriving outside normal visiting hours (9.30am - 5pm or 7pm in summer) for your Stone Circle Experience, you can still use the visitor car park. Please have your booking ready to show on arrival. 

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Pricing

Stone Circle Experience is priced at £70 for adults (18+) and £40 for children aged 5-17. Children under 5 years of age are free. Prices are valid until 30 March 2026.

English Heritage Member discounts are available.

Guidebooks are priced at £6 and made available in eight languages, detailing the history of Stonehenge and its remarkable landscape. 

We use the 24-hour clock for bookings. Please check to see if you've selected a morning or an evening visit.

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Commitment to Preservation

English Heritage is committed to the responsibility of keeping the Stonehenge World Heritage Site preserved for the benefit of future generations. As part of this commitment to protection, access to the Stone Circle is reserved for visits taking place outside of our normal general admission hours, and these visits are subject to limited availability and booking is essential.