The first attraction on the list is The Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum at number 65 The Close. This is one of the most popular museums in southern England, and its major features include an award-winning gallery dedicated to Stonehenge, which is to be found just 9 miles up the road. Also on show are the Monkton Deverill Gold Torc; many paintings, including some wonderful watercolours by Turner; the famous Warminster Jewel; and many displays of porcelain, pottery and Wedgwood. The museum also features many important ancient and historic collections unrivalled elsewhere in Britain. The museum is open to the public Monday to Saturday 10am until 5pm.

Second on the list is The Wardrobe Military Museum, more often than not referred to simply as The Wardrobe at number 58. This is situated right next to the cathedral, and it houses the museum of the Royal Gloucestershire, Berkshire, and Wiltshire Regiment. This historic building dates to the mid-13th century and became known as The Wardrobe because it was regularly used by the Salisbury bishops as a clothing store in the 14th century.

Many fascinating exhibits are on show, including displays about the history, training, and lifestyle of all three regiments prior to their much latter amalgamation. The museum also features large landscaped gardens that lead down to the River Avon and a critically acclaimed restaurant in the old 16th-century coach house. The museum is open from 10am until 5pm, although in February, March, November, and December, it closes on Mondays but is open on Sundays.

Thirdly, we have Mompesson House that is over 300 years old and a fine example of Queen Anne architecture. Attractions include the elegant interior, oak staircases, period features, and a collection of paintings. Also to see are the walled gardens and a lot of antique furniture. Mompesson House was featured in the award-winning Sense and Sensibility film adaptation of Jane Austen’s famous book. The house is open from 11am until 5pm Saturday to Wednesday from April to October.

Lastly, there is The Medieval Hall, a 13th-century banqueting hall that would have been used on a regular basis by the clergy who occupied the cathedral. It has a small museum area with much information relating to the construction and history of the adjacent cathedral and also features a 30-minute film show about Salisbury through the ages. The hall is open from 11am until 6pm every day April to September.

These four building comprise one of the most historic cathedral gardens in the country. Indeed, many say that the cathedral’s setting is unrivalled anywhere in Britain.

Further west you see the Wren Hall. Housed in the former Chorister’s Schoolroom, it houses now the Cathedral Education Center.

As you walk down West Walk, the Wardrobe will be the next building on your left. Dating from 1254, this building now houses Berkshire and Wiltshire Infantry Regiment Museum. The "Wardrobe" building is so-called because it was originally used by the Bishop as a secure place to keep his vestments and documents. The present building of brick, flint and stone dates mainly from the 15th century. You can enjoy excellent views across the water meadows from the peaceful riverside gardens (if you get hungry during this walk - hot meals, drinks and snacks available).

During the 14th century tension between clergy and the city folk increased and in 1331 stone from the abandoned Cathedral at Old Sarum was used to build a wall around the Close. There are three gateways in the wall: High Street Gate, St. Ann’s Gate, and Harnham Gate. The High Street Gate once had a portcullis that was lowered when the citizens became rebellious. Remember - the Gates are still locked every night at 11pm.