Two Stone Circles in One Day
A Stonehenge and Avebury combo tour visits both of England’s most significant prehistoric stone circles. Avebury (approximately 25 miles north of Stonehenge) is a larger, less famous stone circle — the stones are smaller and many are missing, but the circle is vast (the village of Avebury sits inside the circle, with a pub among the stones) and you can walk freely among the standing stones, touch them, and sit beside them. The contrast with Stonehenge (where you view from behind a fence) makes Avebury a rewarding complement.
Avebury is part of a wider UNESCO World Heritage landscape that includes Silbury Hill (the largest prehistoric artificial mound in Europe), West Kennet Long Barrow (a 5,500-year-old Neolithic burial chamber you can enter), and the Avebury Manor and Garden.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I touch the stones at Avebury?
Yes — unlike Stonehenge, the Avebury stones are unfenced and you can walk among them, touch them, and sit beside them.
Is Avebury better than Stonehenge?
Different. Stonehenge is more dramatic and more famous. Avebury is larger, more accessible (you walk among the stones), and less crowded. Many visitors prefer the intimacy of Avebury. The combination of both provides the complete prehistoric experience.