Stonehenge Explorer Tour
Step into the heart of Stonehenge on this once-in-a-lifetime, expert-led experience.
No other tour gets you closer.
In groups of no more than six people, you’ll stand in the heart of the Stone Circle, travel in style across the prehistoric landscape and get unparalleled insight into the world of Stonehenge.
You’ll start your tour at the Stonehenge visitor centre, where you will be met by your two expert guides who will accompany you throughout your visit.
They’ll share knowledge of the broader context in which Stonehenge was built and used as you travel by Land Rover to nearby Woodhenge, another important monument from the time of Stonehenge.
Back at the visitor centre, you'll see objects unearthed from the Stonehenge landscape and step inside a reconstructed Neolithic house.
Next you’ll head to the famous stone circle itself. On a guided walk through the monument field you’ll see the earthworks, barrows and outlying stones, which are a significant, if often overlooked, feature of the ritual site.
Then it’s time to join our team as they carry out daily conservation checks on the famous stones. You’ll have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to spend around 15 minutes alone in the stones, taking photos and learning from your guides what it takes to care for this precious monument.
You’ll enjoy locally sourced food and drink during the experience thanks to a hamper in the Land Rover. At the end of the tour, you will be presented with a Stonehenge tote bag containing a guidebook (available in eight languages) and a small gift to take away as a souvenir of your visit.
The details
The Explorer Tour runs 2pm until 5pm:
October: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday
November to March: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Please arrive at the Stonehenge car park by 1.45pm and make your way to the membership office at the visitor centre, where you'll meet your guides for the afternoon.
The tour involves some walking over uneven ground, so it’s most suitable for people with a good level of mobility. Whatever your needs, we’ll always do our best to meet them, so get in touch with us if you have any questions.
Remember to dress for the weather. Stonehenge is in an exposed spot on Salisbury Plain, so we recommend layers and sensible footwear.
Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or allergies.
The tour is in English. You’re welcome to bring an interpreter, but they will need their own ticket.
Price
The tour is £250 per adult aged 18 and over, and £150 for children aged 5-17. We do not recommend this tour for children under 12.
If you’d like to book all six places for your exclusive use, the price is £1500.
Prices are valid until 31 March 2026.
Got any further questions? Check out our Explorer Tours frequently asked questions page.