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Bodiam Castle featuring heritage architecture, chateau or palace and heritage elements
Brighton Royal Pavilion featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and chateau or palace
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Brighton Beach which includes general coastal views and a pebble beach
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Brighton and Hove must see attractions

1. 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 a city and general coastal views

2. 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 which includes a marina and a house

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 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

5. 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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6. Brighton Dome

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Brighton Dome featuring a garden

7. 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 featuring a garden

8. 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 which includes a mosque, heritage elements and heritage architecture

What to do in Brighton and Hove

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Brighton Beach which includes a city and general coastal views

Brighton Beach

Visit this famous spot on the Sussex coast, where you can enjoy waterside activities during the day and an energetic nightlife after dark.

Brighton Beach
Brighton Marina which includes a marina and a house

Brighton Marina

Take a leisurely stroll around this remarkable port, where houses and apartments stand alongside moorings for impressive ships and yachts.

Brighton Marina
Brighton Centre

Brighton Centre

From rock and pop concerts to children’s entertainment and sports tournaments, this is one of the most popular live event venues in Brighton.

Brighton Centre
Brighton Pier

Brighton Pier

Enjoy fun-filled hours at this Brighton attraction, home to fairground rides, amusement arcades and classic seaside snacks.

Brighton Pier
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University of Sussex

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.

University of Sussex
Brighton Dome featuring a garden

Brighton Dome

Watch a dramatic performance, a classical music display or a modern dance show in these historic buildings that once housed the royal family’s horses.

Brighton Dome
Preston Park featuring a garden

Preston Park

Get a closer look at some of the world’s oldest elm trees at this spacious park where concerts and fairs take place.

Preston Park
Brighton Royal Pavilion which includes a mosque, heritage elements and heritage architecture

Brighton Royal Pavilion

An eye-catching mix of Asian motifs and royal grandeur, this palace is one of the most magnificent buildings in the United Kingdom.

Brighton Royal Pavilion
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Brighton i360

Learn about the local history of Brighton when you spend time at Brighton i360. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.

Brighton i360

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Brighton City Centre

4.5/5(108 area reviews)

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

Brighton City Centre
Kemptown featuring a sunset and street scenes

Kemptown

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

19th-century Regency architecture defines this residential estate in Brighton, featuring Arundel Terrace, Lewes Crescent, and Sussex Square. Stroll through the Kemp Town Enclosures, a formal garden oasis.

Kemptown
The Lanes which includes signage

The Lanes

Explore narrow lanes filled with small shops and antique stores in Brighton's famous Lanes. Wander from Meeting House Lane to Market Street, discovering hidden gems along the way.

The Lanes
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Seven Dials

Travelers enjoy Seven Dials for its restaurants and museums. Consider checking out D-Day Aviation Museum while you're in the area.

Seven Dials
Montpelier

Montpelier

5/5(2 area reviews)

Architecturally cohesive with stucco-clad terraced housing, Montpelier boasts significant Victorian churches and landmark buildings like The Temple and Royal Alexandra Hospital. Explore residential squares such as Clifton Terrace and Powis Square.

Montpelier

Popular day trips from Brighton and Hove

Peace Statue

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Brighton Beach which includes a pebble beach

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Photo "Woodingdean" by Simon Carey (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Simon Carey (CC BY-SA)

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