Wilton House

#71 among destinations in the United Kingdom

Museum, History museum, Top attraction

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Nestled in the lush Wiltshire countryside, Wilton House stands as an enduring testament to British architectural grandeur and aristocratic taste. This stately home, with its origins dating back to the 1540s, is not only a museum but also a living piece of history, still serving as the residence of the Earls of Pembroke.

Wilton House is renowned for its stunning interiors, which include the opulent state rooms richly adorned with artworks by renowned artists such as Van Dyck and Rembrandt. The Double Cube Room, designed by Inigo Jones, is particularly noteworthy for its perfect proportions and extensive collection of Van Dyck paintings, encapsulating the artistic and cultural zenith of the 17th century.

The house is set amidst 21 acres of meticulously maintained gardens and parklands, which were laid out by the famous landscape architect Isaac de Caus in the 17th century. Visitors can wander through the Rose and Water Gardens, marvel at the Palladian Bridge over the River Nadder, and enjoy the tranquility of the Japanese Garden.

Wilton House has frequently been a magnet for filmmakers, providing a quintessentially English backdrop for movies and television series. Its timeless elegance and historical significance make it an essential destination for anyone interested in the heritage of English country houses.

As a museum, Wilton House offers a rich educational experience, with guided tours that provide insights into the art, architecture, and history of this noble estate. It remains a vibrant cultural hub, hosting events, exhibitions, and educational programs throughout the year.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°4'41"N, 1°51'22"W

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Wilton, WiltshireWilton EnglandUnited Kingdom

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Wilton House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Salisbury Museum, Old Sarum, The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum, Mompesson House.

2.6 miE
Museum, History museum, Art museum
The Salisbury Museum, Salisbury
67 min walk • The Salisbury Museum is a museum in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England. It houses one of the best collections relating to Stonehenge and local archaeology.
2.5 miNE
Historical place, Forts and castles
Old Sarum, Salisbury
63 min walk • Old Sarum, in Wiltshire, South West England, is the now ruined and deserted site of the earliest settlement of Salisbury. Situated on a hill about 2 miles north of modern Salisbury near the A345 road, the settlement appears in some of the earliest records in the country.
2.6 miE
Museum
The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum, Salisbury
66 min walk • The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum is a military museum at The Close in Salisbury, England. It is housed in a Grade II* listed building known as The Wardrobe.
2.6 miE
18th-century house with glasses display
Mompesson House, Salisbury
67 min walk • Mompesson House is an 18th-century house located in the Cathedral Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, England. The house is Grade I listed. and has been in the ownership of the National Trust since 1975.
2.5 miE
Museum, Architecture, History museum
Arundells, Salisbury
65 min walk • Arundells is a Grade II* listed house at 59 Cathedral Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, England. Located on the West Walk of the Close, next to the 'Wardrobe', it was the home of Edward Heath, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, from 1985 until his death in 2005.
2.6 miE
Hiking, Hiking trail
Avon Valley Path, Salisbury
68 min walk • The Avon Valley Path is a long-distance path in the English counties of Wiltshire, Hampshire and Dorset. The path takes its name from the River Avon.
2 miNE
Church
St Lawrence, Salisbury
52 min walk • St Lawrence's Church at Stratford-sub-Castle is a Grade I listed Church of England parish church, situated to the north of Salisbury. It stands close to the abandoned settlement of Old Sarum and about 2 miles north of Salisbury Cathedral.
2.8 miE
Museum, Theater, Concerts and shows
Salisbury Arts Centre, Salisbury
72 min walk • Salisbury Arts Centre is a venue for theatre, music, dance, comedy, family shows, films, exhibitions, and workshops in Salisbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. It is run by Wiltshire Creative, a charity which provides opportunities for members of the community to experience the arts.
2.3 miE
Church
St Paul's Church, Salisbury
59 min walk • St Paul's Church, Salisbury, England, is located on the north-west side of the city, next to St Paul's Roundabout and a short walk from the city centre and Salisbury train station. It is an Anglican church.
2.6 miE
Hiking, Hiking trail
Old Sarum Way, Salisbury
68 min walk • Old Sarum Way is a 32-mile long-distance footpath in Wiltshire, England that forms a circle around the city of Salisbury. The route uses public roads, public rights of way and some newly created permitted paths.
2.6 miE
Church
St Francis Church, Salisbury
66 min walk • St Francis Church, Salisbury is an evangelical, charismatic, Church of England parish church in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, a member of the New Wine Network of churches. The church stands in the north of Salisbury, on the A345 Castle Road. Some two hundred people attend its main services.