Brighton, with its sister town Hove, where in the 18th century the holiday resort led the way to sea bathing. It became popular by the visits of the Prince of Wales, later George IV, in 1784, transforming the original village of Brighthelmstone. He kept his secret wife, Mrs Fitzherbert, here and commuted to London, as people do now.
The old Brighton town centre is preserved as The Lanes, small cottages in twisting lanes, brimming with antique shops, bookshops, and cafe's.
The Regency and Victorian buildings show its popularity over the years, and the town has kept its magnetism, being the scene of Sunday day trips from Mods and Rockers to today.
The town was immortalized by Graham Green in his book Brighton Rock.
Hotels, restaurant's, cafe's ands guest houses line the promenade above Brighton's beach.
Theatres, nightclubs, lively !, piers, including Palace Pier, marina, and a racecourse, Kemp Town, are all here, with shops running up the hills towards the railway station.
Hove is quieter, to the West along the coast.
Lots of tourist attractions to see and things do in the town and the surrounding area, with the South Downs, but it does get busy.
Take the Volks railway, electric, along the sea front, from the pier it goes west towards Rottingdean past the marina.
Brighton has a Tourist Information CentreKipling Gardens Rottingdean, Brighton
Victorian preserved gardens. Kipling Gardens information
Preston Manor Preston Drove, Brighton BN1 6SD
An 18th century house with Edwardian era furnished rooms. Preston Manor information
Royal Pavilion, Brighton BN1 1EE
The Royal Pavilion, built by Nash, an amazing building with fantastic interiors. Royal Pavilion information
Brighton Museum and Art Gallery Royal Pavilion Gardens, Brighton BN1 1EE
The Prince Regent's old stables converted into a gallery houses art nouveau and art deco. Brighton Museum and Art Gallery information
Hove Museum and Art Gallery 19 New Church Road, Hove, Brighton BN3 4AB
Local history with a craft and art collection. Hove Museum and Art Gallery information
Fishing Museum Kings Road, Brighton
Discover Brighton's fishing past. Fishing Museum information
Booth Museum of Natural History 194 Dyke Road, Brighton BN1 5AA
A Victorian collection of birds, animal skeletons and more. Booth Museum of Natural History information
Sea Life Centre Marine Parade, Brighton BN2 1TB
Take the kids to this popular aquarium. Sea Life Centre information
Brighton Marina, Brighton BN2 5UF
Bars, shops, and leisure activities. Brighton Marina information
Foredown Tower Foredown Road, Portslade, Brighton BN41 2EW
An Edwardian water tower with a camera obscura. Foredown Tower information
Ditchling Beacon, Brighton
The second highest point in Sussex on the South Downs. Ditchling Beacon information
Saltdean, Brighton
A Sussex coastal village with a beach to visit. Saltdean information
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Kings Road Brighton BN1 2FW MAP A magnificent 5 Star hotel in a prime seafront location. Well known for it's excellent cuisine. Superb leisure facilities.Brighton Pier 5 minutes on foot, The Royal Pavilion and The Lanes shopping area very close by. More Information and Book ... |
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Kings Road Brighton BN1 2FU MAP This 4-star luxury hotel looks out over Brighton seafront and is close to the shops and city centre. The grand Victorian building has large rooms, a restaurant and a fitness centre with indoor pool. More Information and Book ... |
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17 Jubilee Street Brighton BN1 1GE MAP In the vibrant North Laine area of Brighton, the sumptuous myhotel fuses cutting-edge technology with unique design. The boutique hotel has an authentic Indian restaurant and intimate cocktail bar. More Information and Book ... |
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20 New Steine Brighton BN2 1PD MAP Urban House is a small, privately owned guest house, offering bright rooms with free Wi-Fi and a great central location, just a minutes' walk from the beach. More Information and Book ... |
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74 Middle Street Brighton BN1 1AL MAP Tucked away just off the seafront, this Regency town house is a gem of a guest house, just seconds from the historic Lanes and Brighton's main conference centre. More Information and Book ... |
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3 Upper Rock Gardens Brighton BN2 1QE MAP Originally built in 1825, this Regency building now houses stylish and contemporary 4-star guest accommodation in 7 tastefully decorated en suite rooms. More Information and Book ... |
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West Street Brighton BN1 2RP MAP Avalon offers a beautifully presented City Centre apartment can be suited to both the holiday maker and business person (two minutes walk from the Brighton Centre). Secure underground car parking. Sleeps up to six people. Balcony. More Information and Book ... |
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Steine Street Brighton BN2 1TE MAP This bright and modern one-bedroom flat is a one-minute walk from Brighton Pier and the beach. It has free Wi-Fi and views of Steine Central Park. The spacious Brighton Apartment has an open-plan living room with dining area, TV and DVD player. More Information and Book ... |
Along the coast east to Beachy Head and Eastbourne, or stop inland at Lewes for some history, west along the coast a little way and you will arrive at Shoreham.
Towns Near Brighton To Visit - straight line distance:
Lewes (7.43 miles) Newhaven (8.25 miles) Burgess Hill (9.33 miles) Worthing (10.20 miles)
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