Stonehenge - Family Guide
The whole family can enjoy a day out at one of the world's most famous prehistoric monuments, Stonehenge. Stand in the ancient landscape to imagine life 5,000 years ago. Learn more about prehistoric life in the state-of-the-art visitor centre. Step inside reconstructed Neolithic houses where ancient people would have lived and slept. There's lots to enjoy for kids and adults alike at this World Heritage Site.
Kids' Dig 20 July - 1 Sept
Bring your budding archaeologists to try their hand at unearthing the past in our special Stonehenge sandboxes this summer. Artefacts from across the centuries are ready to be excavated, giving children the chance to learn more about the history of Stonehenge through the things that have been left behind.
Don't miss our Where’s My Shadow? Summer Quest which will also be happening during the summer holidays from 1st of July to the 1st September.
Find out moreWhere's my shadow? Summer Quest 1 Jul - 1 Sept
Noble, our trusty guard dog, has lost his shadow at Stonehenge and needs the help of little adventurers to find it! Join Noble and his friends on a summer quest to search for his shadow throughout the grounds during the summer holidays.
Find out what else the family will enjoy at Stonehenge this summer.
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- Food and drink: The light and airy café is located in the visitor centre, and has lovely views to the west. The café serves hot and cold drinks, food and snacks (including delicious homemade rock cakes), and has plenty of seating including high chairs for the little ones. Bottle warming is also available.
- Picnic area: We have a dedicated picnic area in the monument field – it’s the perfect place to relax with your lunch and one of the best views in the world! Pick up tasty treats from our café or bring your own.
- Toilets: Male, female and accessible toilets are located in the visitor centre.
- Dogs: Dogs are welcome on leads around the outside of the visitor centre, though only assistance dogs are allowed on the buses and in the monument field.
- Parking: Plentiful parking is free to members and those who have pre-booked Stonehenge tickets.
- Shop: Children will enjoy choosing a souvenir from our pocket money range in the Stonehenge shop.
Get hands-on at the Visitor Centre
Step into the visitor centre and discover the remarkable story of Stonehenge through our interactive exhibition. Children can enjoy audio-visual displays, replica artefacts and tactile objects designed for all ages.
See if you can pull a giant stone
Children will love exploring the ancient landscape around Stonehenge, and seeing just how big the famous stones are in person. In the visitor centre, exhibits let you explore the techniques of the monument's construction around 5,000 years ago. You can even test your strength by pulling one of the huge replica sarsen stone.
History of StonehengeExplore a Neolithic House
Children will enjoy imagining how people lived 4,500 years ago as you step into the Neolithic houses at our visitor centre. The reconstructed neolithic houses are cosy dwellings measuring five metres on each side, furnished with wooden and woven furniture. Talk to our volunteers to learn more about what everday life might have been like when Stonehenge was built.
Take part in our photo challenge
Look our for our fun selfie stops. Strike a pose and see what photos you can create at the stones. Share your photo with us on social media using the hashtag #YourStonehenge.