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Everything You Need to Know About Stonehenge Opening Times

Stonehenge timings

Stonehenge

Stonehenge is open daily, all through the year.

  • Timings:
    Summer (March 16-September 6): 9:30am - 7pm
    Winter (September 6-March 15): 9:30am - 5pm
  • Last entry: 2 hours before closing time.

Best time to visit Stonehenge

Best Time to Visit Stonehenge

Peak season vs low season

Peak season: June to August
Off-season: January to March, November to December

During the peak season, from June to August, Stonehenge has more visitors than usual. For a quieter experience, visit Stonehenge between March to June and September to November. These are not quite the peak or off-season, but just right in terms of weather and crowding.

Best Time to Visit Stonehenge

Weekday vs weekend

The best days to visit Stonehenge are on weekdays as the landmark is most crowded on the weekend. The best time of day to visit would be as soon as it opens at 9:30am so that you can avoid crowds and explore the sprawling landscape. If you are visiting on a weekend, visit before 11am or after 2pm.




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Stonehenge Private Viewing with Baths & Lacock Guided Tour
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From London: Stonehenge Inner Circle Access & Windsor Day Trip
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How long should I spend at Stonehenge?

Plan to spend a minimum of 2.5 hours at Stonehenge for a detailed look around. However, feel free to extend your stay, exploring at your pace, enjoying the surroundings, and grabbing a bite to eat.

We recommend booking guided tours to Stonehenge so that you can learn about interesting facts and insights about this legendary monument.

Frequently asked questions about Stonehenge opening times

Should I book my Stonehenge tickets in advance?

It is recommended that you purchase your Stonehenge tour tickets in advance to get your preferred visiting time slot.

How long should I spend at Stonehenge?

Most visitors spend about40 minutes to 2.5 hours at Stonehenge. However, you can stay as long as you want until the closing time.

What are Stonehenge opening times?

Currently, Stonehenge opens at 9:30am, and closes at 5pm in the winter and from 9:30am to 7pm in the summer. Here's everything you need to know about visiting Stonehenge.

What can I do at Stonehenge?

You can explore the Stone Circle, exhibition, and visitor center. You can also see the Neolithic Houses from the outside. Learn more about the history of Stonehenge here.