Religious site
Chalice Well
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Chalice Well is a sacred spring nestled in a serene, terraced garden at the foot of Glastonbury Tor. The well's iron-rich waters stain the stonework a deep red, inspiring legends linking it to the Holy Grail and Christ's blood. Visitors can drink from the spout, sit by the peaceful pool, and explore the symbolic gardens with their ancient yew trees and flower-filled borders. The site has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries, offering quiet reflection.
Don't miss
- The red-stained well head and drinking spout with healing waters
- The tranquil Garden of Peace with its ancient yew tree
- The Vesica Piscis symbol carved on the well cover
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Chalice Well
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inValencia tour with cathedral included.4.9★ · 40 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$30 per personSee dates →
Best full dayFrom Reykjavik: Snaefellsness Peninsula small group day tour4.6★ · 589 travelers~12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$157 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleA Tour of Glastonbury, Guided by the Trees.5★ · 100 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$109 per personSee dates →More attractions in Wells