Things to do in Brighton

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Brighton Beach featuring a pebble beach
Brighton showing rocky coastline and general coastal views
Brighton
Brighton showing general coastal views and tranquil scenes
Bodiam Castle showing château or palace, heritage elements and heritage architecture

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1. Brighton Marina

Brighton Marina consists of a harbor full of boats and a maze of houses overlooking the English Channel. The 127-acre (51-hectare) labyrinth is charming in its simplicity and is home to gated communities with townhouses and apartments. Spend the afternoon browsing its various leisure centers, shops and restaurants with waterfront views.
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Brighton Marina featuring a marina and a house

2. Brighton Pier

Brighton Pier is the heart of the town’s seaside entertainment scene. Spend an afternoon eating cotton candy and riding thrilling roller coasters and come back in the evening for a stroll.
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Brighton Pier

3. Brighton Centre

The Brighton Centre is a multipurpose arena that hosts a variety of events such as conferences, music and sports. It has an audience capacity of 4,500 and an exhibition space of 53,820 square feet (5,000 square meters). Set on the seafront, Brighton Centre has been an integral part of the city’s cultural scene since opening in 1977. It has a Brutalist architectural design that was unique in England at the time of its inauguration.
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From rock and pop concerts to children’s entertainment and sports tournaments, this is one of the most popular live event venues in Brighton.

4. Brighton Beach

Brighton Beach is a popular seaside escape that buzzes with activity during the summer. Go for a stroll along the promenade, ride fairground attractions on a Victorian pier and revel in the lively atmosphere of the beach’s busy cafés, restaurants and clubs.
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Brighton Beach which includes general coastal views and a city

5. Brighton Royal Pavilion

Tour the former pleasure palace of a British king, the Royal Pavillion at Brighton. It started life as a seaside villa before being converted into a palatial complex with domes, towers and minarets inspired by Chinese and Indian art and architecture. Wander through opulent rooms where King George IV used to party and lead a decadent lifestyle with his mistress and courtiers.
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Brighton Royal Pavilion featuring a mosque, heritage architecture and heritage elements

6. University of Sussex

The University of Sussex is an educational institute nestled in the shadow of the beautiful South Downs National Park. Walk alongside students and between an interesting collection of architectural landmarks. Be part of student-organized events and follow a trail around the campus’ surrounding countryside. Established in 1961, the University of Sussex counts Nobel Prize laureates among its staff and notable politicians among its alumni.
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From a library stacked with original editions by famous authors to a performing arts venue and nature walks, there’s always something to see and do at this public research uni near Brighton.

7. Brighton Dome

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Brighton Dome featuring a garden

8. Preston Park

The city’s largest green area, Preston Park, has a lake, children’s playground and vast forest. The site consists of 63 acres (26 hectares) of pleasant parkland. Visit for its regular outdoor events, such as music performances, circuses and family activities. Enjoy a picnic on a lovely green patch in the shade of a tree while you watch the kids at play.
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Preston Park which includes a garden

What to do in Brighton


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Areas of Brighton

Brighton which includes heritage architecture

Brighton City Centre

4/5(966 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Brighton City Centre. Make a stop by North Laine or Komedia Brighton while you're exploring the area.

Brighton City Centre
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Seafront

4/5(154 area reviews)

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Seafront might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Kings Road Arches and Brighton Pier.

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Kemptown

4.5/5(396 area reviews)

Kemptown is known for its breathtaking beach views, and with sights like Brighton Beach and SEA LIFE Brighton, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Brighton.

Kemptown
The Lanes which includes signage

The Lanes

5/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in The Lanes. You might want to make time for a stop at Chapel Royal or Friends Meeting House.

The Lanes
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Montpelier

4/5(43 area reviews)

Get to know Montpelier by checking out its beaches, cafes and shopping. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Churchill Square Shopping Centre or Regency Square during your time in the area.

Montpelier

 

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