Title: Alton Travel Guide: Best of Alton, Marlborough Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Alton](https://expedia.co.uk/Alton-Hotels.d553248635974904730.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Alton](https://expedia.co.uk/Alton-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635974904730.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Alton Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Alton.d553248635974904730.Car-Hire-Guide)[Alton Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Alton.d553248635974904730.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Alton Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Climbing a big hill in the English countryside -#springfun](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5637/fc4d5f47-4a3b-4ea9-9ecf-9d5c21c0aa6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Climbing a big hill in the English countryside -#springfun](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5637/fc4d5f47-4a3b-4ea9-9ecf-9d5c21c0aa6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of England parish church of All Saints, Alton Priors, Wiltshire: morning view from the northeast. All Saints' is redundant parish church in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974904730/ab410ab0-c94b-430a-a5cd-048ca49e1553.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974904730/ab410ab0-c94b-430a-a5cd-048ca49e1553.jpg) by [Kevin Farmer](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/32558) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Sarsen Stones under a tree at Alton Priors Wilts. The coloured stone has a White Horse etched into it.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974904730/e5ba6de3-e96f-41b3-9b1b-13cb1082f843.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974904730/e5ba6de3-e96f-41b3-9b1b-13cb1082f843.jpg) by [Michael Murray](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/16938) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Ripening wheat near Alton Priors The minor road heads over the horizon on its way to Pewsey.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974904730/300dd36b-bd55-466c-9a57-505b6a72099f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974904730/300dd36b-bd55-466c-9a57-505b6a72099f.jpg) by [Maurice Pullin](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/14368) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Alton Things to do - Top hotels in Alton - Top Holiday Rentals in Alton ![Village Hotel Swindon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12300/12299/3e4af14b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Village Hotel Swindon Shaw Ridge Leisure Park Swindon England £62 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swindon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Rooms are huge tv is great. Nice bar and coffee area Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=12299&PinnedHotelID=12299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974904730) ![Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23300/23229/08e5e2f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon Pipers Way Swindon England £57 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Swindon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (507 reviews) Great helpful friendly staff. Fantastic facilities Lovely rooms/beds Great stay 😊 Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=23229&PinnedHotelID=23229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974904730) ![Leonardo Hotel Swindon ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2640000/2631500/2631422/a5c86301_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Leonardo Hotel Swindon Fleming Way Swindon England £54 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swindon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Disappointing that room service had a hidden "tray charge" not detailed on the menu or room welcome letter. This was the only standout difference to other similar quality hotel brands where this is not a charge (or at least quoted on menu prices). Other than this, was a great stay. Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=2631422&PinnedHotelID=2631422&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974904730) [See all 982 properties in Alton](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635974904730) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![The Bear ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108880000/108877300/108877296/ccd18d3f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Bear 1 High St Marlborough England Stay at this aparthotel in Marlborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions The Merchant's House Marlborough ... 7.4/10 Good! (15 reviews) Great room and location. Friendly staff on arrival. Would stay again! Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marlborough-Hotels-The-Bear.h108877296.Hotel-Information) ![School Rooms Estate: Beautiful Georgian apartments,Heated Pool &HotTub,near Bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33737400/33737345/w1497h996x3y0-a30feeba_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### School Rooms Estate: Beautiful Georgian apartments,Heated Pool &HotTub,near Bath Bath Road, Box Wiltshire Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Corsham. Enjoy private pools, laundry facilities and a pool table. Popular attractions Thermae Bath Spa and Claverton ... 7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews) Wonderful property in beautiful location We stayed at the property as a group of 18 for two nights and the facilities were fantastic. Comfortable rooms and sofa beds with all amenities we needed, and lovely warm pool and hot tub. Communication ahead of time was prompt and helpful, and check-in was super easy. The property manager was very ... Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Corsham-Hotels-The-School-Rooms-Estate-With-2-Lodges-Sleeps-16-With-Hot-Tub.h33737345.Hotel-Information) ![Unique, Spacious, Self-Built Eco House with Huge Garden and Movie Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76900000/76894100/76894081/e2ce5efa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Unique, Spacious, Self-Built Eco House with Huge Garden and Movie Room Andover England Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Andover. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hawk Conservancy Trust and Museum ... 10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews) This was our 2nd stay at this wonderful house. There is everything you could ever need here. We feel so safe and comfortable. The host's Mum Diana is such a lovely lady who is so thoughtful! It was a perfect 3 day family break where ages range from 6 to 85! Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Andover-Hotels-Unique.h76894081.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Alton](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635974904730&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Alton hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974904730&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974904730&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974904730&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974904730&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974904730&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635974904730&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Nice for a walk and to see the sights with Silbury Hill just across the road and within walking distance to Avebury. The entrance is nice but you don’t get to see the full length - is only 3 galleries](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092203/12d06998-a79b-4080-85c6-b246b2b2d3d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West Kennet Long Barrow You can find out about the history of Avebury with a trip to West Kennet Long Barrow. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Kennet-Long-Barrow-Marlborough.d6092203.Attraction) #### Avebury Stone Circle After visiting Avebury Stone Circle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Avebury. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Avebury-Stone-Circle-Marlborough.d6157317.Attraction) #### Avebury Manor You can find out about the history of Avebury with a stop at Avebury Manor. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Avebury-Manor-Marlborough.d553248621532491264.Attraction) #### The Merchant's House Marlborough You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Merchant's House Marlborough in Marlborough. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Merchants-House-Marlborough-Marlborough.d553248621555971249.Attraction) #### Silbury Hill Find out about the history of Avebury with a stop at Silbury Hill. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Silbury-Hill-Marlborough.d6092201.Attraction) #### Crofton Beam Engines You can learn about the history of Great Bedwyn when you stop by Crofton Beam Engines. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crofton-Beam-Engines-Marlborough.d553248621555971248.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Stonehenge Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5213177/761b04ba-4e23-46c6-b3ca-c332c37b3e5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stonehenge Admission Ticket £25 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stonehenge-admission-ticket.a5213177.activity-details) ![Private Sunrise or Sunset Viewing of Stonehenge with Bath & Lacock](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/329574/e0805207-7964-4903-9400-f08e2b8cdc3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Sunrise or Sunset Viewing of Stonehenge with Bath & Lacock £137 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-sunrise-or-sunset-viewing-of-stonehenge-with-bath-lacock.a329574.activity-details) ![From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46928407/5ac18fe7-8084-4522-9eb2-767f4270827f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour £80 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-birmingham-stonehenge-and-bath-day-tour.a46928407.activity-details) ![Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47291578/b024b9f6-55a3-4dac-91a7-acd08af6faaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol £89 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stonehenge-cotswold-villages-from-bristol.a47291578.activity-details) ![Half-Day Small-Group Tour to Stonehenge from Bath](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50189801/a3fe13df-d9df-4b87-9431-3484f5ca312c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day Small-Group Tour to Stonehenge from Bath, inc Entry £70 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-small-group-tour-to-stonehenge-from-bath.a50189801.activity-details) ![Bath Abbey](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49809567/fa5e6c31-64d3-4a5a-a59c-9dd7de6c9a9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Smartphone photography Walking Tour Around Bath £40 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-smartphone-photography-walking-tour-around-bath.a49809567.activity-details) [See all activities in Alton](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Alton.d553248635974904730.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Alton ![Bluebells in West Wood Marlborough Wiltshire England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5637/6c05d628-8783-4dc5-acba-6d8549194583.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Marlborough ![Green Lane near Easton, Salisbury Plain - Flowing Two Track](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125401/b2fb2c4d-b30d-46f3-b635-36e225aaa9e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pewsey - Cities near Alton - Places of interest [Marlborough](https://expedia.co.uk/Marlborough.dx5637)[Pewsey](https://expedia.co.uk/Pewsey.dx6125401) - [Stonehenge ](https://expedia.co.uk/Stonehenge-Salisbury.d6050515.Attraction) - [Thames River ](https://expedia.co.uk/Thames-River-England.d553248621532493801.Attraction) - [Swindon Designer Outlet ](https://expedia.co.uk/Swindon-Designer-Outlet-Central-Swindon-North.d6150824.Attraction) - [Avebury Stone Circle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Avebury-Stone-Circle-Marlborough.d6157317.Attraction) - [North Wessex Downs ](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Wessex-Downs-England.d553248621593965841.Attraction) - [Kennet & Avon Canal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kennet-Avon-Canal-England.d553248621533024150.Attraction) - [Lydiard Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lydiard-Park-Swindon.d6150820.Attraction) - [Lacock Abbey ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lacock-Abbey-Chippenham.d6092207.Attraction) - [Welford Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Welford-Park-Newbury.d6084013.Attraction) - [Museum of the Great Western Railway ](https://expedia.co.uk/Museum-Of-The-Great-Western-Railway-Central-Swindon-North.d6150816.Attraction) - [Old Sarum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Sarum-Salisbury.d6092197.Attraction) - [Wilton House ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilton-House-Salisbury.d6092199.Attraction) - [Wyvern Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wyvern-Theatre-South-Swindon.d553248621532491278.Attraction) - [Uffington White Horse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Uffington-White-Horse-Faringdon.d6092219.Attraction) - [Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cranborne-Chase-And-The-West-Wiltshire-Downs-England.d553248635997928308.Attraction) - [Coate Water Country Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Coate-Water-Country-Park-South-Swindon.d6176607.Attraction) - [Bowood Golf & Country Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bowood-Golf-Country-Club-Calne.d553248621563222628.Attraction) - [Woodhenge ](https://expedia.co.uk/Woodhenge-Salisbury.d6094908.Attraction) - 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