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Stonehenge is one of the most visited and mysterious landmarks in England. Just two hours from London, it offers a striking glimpse into prehistoric Britain. These guided day trips give you time at the stone circle, access to the visitor centre and exhibition, and round-trip transport that makes seeing this World Heritage Site simple and stress-free.
Stonehenge day trips are hassle-free, with all transport logistics handled for you. Each tour includes comfortable round-trip travel in a premium air-conditioned coach from Central London, making your journey smooth from the very start.
Standing near the towering sarsen stones really hits differently. You’re seeing one of the most iconic prehistoric structures, something crafted over 4,500 years ago, with tools and techniques we still can’t fully explain.
The experience starts before you reach the stones. The Visitor Centre has fantastic exhibitions and recreated homes that make it easier to imagine daily life in ancient Britain—tools, clothing, housing, everything.
Solstices here aren’t just beautiful, they’re meaningful. That alignment tells us Stonehenge was more than ceremonial. It was a calendar, maybe a temple, and definitely a link between earth and sky.
Whether it’s Bath’s Georgian elegance or the historic halls of Windsor Castle, combining these stops with Stonehenge gives your day tour a rich mix of royal heritage, Roman history, and timeless landscapes.
This is the heart of Stonehenge: twin rings of towering stones, aligned with the solstices. The largest trilithons reach 25 feet and weigh 25 tons, placed without wheels or cranes. Follow the perimeter path for clear views of the full layout with clear views of Heel Stone and Slaughter Stone.
Before you reach the stones, the Visitor Centre’s museum walks you through the who, how, and why of Stonehenge. You’ll see everything from flint axes to human remains, plus striking visual exhibits that show how the monument may have looked in different seasons.
Next to the Visitor Centre, you’ll find full-scale reconstructions of Neolithic homes, built with chalk, straw, and timber using original methods. Inside, you’ll see replica beds, tools, and pottery. Volunteers often demonstrate daily tasks like cooking and weaving, showing how Stonehenge’s builders may have lived.
Stonehenge’s design lines up exactly with the summer and winter solstice sunrises and sunsets. It’s likely this was no coincidence. Thousands still travel here each year to experience this ancient celestial event—equal parts archaeology, astronomy, and shared human ritual.
Scattered across the landscape near Stonehenge are burial mounds, or barrows, dating back to the Neolithic and Bronze Ages. Many contain cremated remains and grave goods, showing that this wasn’t just a monument; it was part of a larger ceremonial and funerary landscape.
Inside the Visitor Centre, interactive exhibits bring Stonehenge’s story to life. Try pulling a replica stone, explore a 360-degree visual of the monument through time, and see the reconstructed face of a Neolithic man based on excavated remains.
Regular tickets let you walk the perimeter path around the stones. Inner Circle access allows you to enter the monument itself during special pre- or post-opening hours, in a small group.
No, official ticketed visits begin at the Visitor Centre. However, public footpaths nearby allow limited free views of the stones from outside the fence, without museum access.
Absolutely. Day tours are a great way for solo travelers to explore Stonehenge without needing to rent a car or manage multiple transport links. It’s also a sociable option.
Large bags and suitcases aren’t allowed beyond the Visitor Centre. There’s no luggage storage onsite, so travel light or use coach tour options that allow bags onboard.
Tickets cover the main monument and Visitor Centre. Nearby burial mounds are in open fields and can be accessed via walking paths without needing a separate ticket.
Standard ticket holders follow a roped path around the stones, offering great views but no direct access inside the circle. You’ll be within 5-10 metres of the closest point.
Stonehenge is fully outdoors, so the site remains open rain or shine. Wear appropriate clothing and note that shuttle buses continue to operate regardless of the weather.
Yes, some tours offer half-day options with fast transport from London. If you're driving, the site can also be a quick stop between London and the southwest of England.
Only the special Inner Circle access tours take place at sunrise or sunset. These are limited to specific dates and must be booked well in advance.
Expect a walk of about 2 miles round-trip if you don’t take the shuttle. Even with the shuttle, there are some gravel paths and grass surfaces around the stones.
Perfect for those short on time, visit Stonehenge with round-trip transfers from Central London.
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Half-day tour of Stonehenge
Round-trip AC coach transfers
Boarding from central London
Audio guide in English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, Italian, Ukrainian, Mandarin, Russian, Polish, Japanese, Korean, and Brazilian Portuguese (as per option selected)
Morning tour with snack included (as per option selected)
25% discount on Stonehenge guidebooks (as per option selected)
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See the royal, prehistoric, and academic side of England with this full-day trip from London.
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Full-day tour of Stonehenge, Windsor, and Oxford
Entry to Stonehenge
Round-trip AC coach transfers
Expert English, Spanish, Japanese, Portuguese, or French-speaking guide on the bus and at all three locations (as per option selected)
Audio guide in English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, Italian, Ukrainian, Mandarin, Russian, Polish, Japanese, Korean, and Brazilian Portuguese at Stonehenge
Additional paid upgrades:
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Visit three historic sites in the UK in just one day with round-trip coach transfers from London.
Inclusions
Full-day tour of Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, and Bath
Entry to Stonehenge
Round-trip AC coach transfers
Boarding from central London
Expert English, Spanish, Japanese, Portuguese, French, or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Audio guide in English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, Italian, Ukrainian, Mandarin, Russian, Polish, Japanese, Korean, and Brazilian Portuguese at Stonehenge
Additional paid upgrades:
Entry to Windsor Castle
Entry to the Roman Baths
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Perfect for budget travelers, see the best of Windsor and Stonehenge without breaking the bank.
Inclusions
Full-day tour of Stonehenge and Windsor
Entry to Stonehenge
Expert English or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Round-trip AC coach transfers
Boarding from central London
Audio guide in English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, Italian, Ukrainian, Mandarin, Russian, Polish, Japanese, Korean, and Brazilian Portuguese at Stonehenge
Additional paid upgrades:
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Skip the hassle of coordinating travel between two UNESCO sites on this guided day trip.
Inclusions
Full-day tour of Stonehenge and Bath
Entry to Stonehenge
Expert English or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Round-trip AC coach transfers
Boarding from central London
Audio guide in English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, Italian, Ukrainian, Mandarin, Russian, Polish, Japanese, Korean, and Brazilian Portuguese at Stonehenge
Additional paid upgrades:
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Get personalized attention from your expert guide on this small-group tour
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Get a rare, intimate experience with exclusive access to the Inner Circle at Stonehenge.
Inclusions
Full-day tour of Stonehenge and Windsor
Access to the Stonehenge Inner Circle
Entry tickets to Stonehenge
Expert English-speaking guide
Round-trip AC coach transfers
Boarding from central London
Walking tour of Windsor (as per option selected)
Audio guide in English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, Italian, Ukrainian, Mandarin, Russian, Polish, Japanese, Korean, and Brazilian Portuguese at Stonehenge
Additional paid upgrades:
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
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You can cancel these tickets up to 38 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
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