things to see in brighton

Everyone knows the great British weather isn’t always so great, so take a look below at our list of attractions and look for our handy symbols which tell you if the attraction is the place to visit come rain, shine or whatever is thrown at us that day!

Here are our chosen highlights – just a few from very many!!

Brighton dome

The South Coast's leading arts and entertainment venue. Bringing you the best live music to your ears, dance that really moves you, comedy to lift your spirits and the theatre of your dreams.

Also attracting big names in the world of entertainment - from dance and choreography, classical music, comedy, staged drama and rock and pop music, this performing and visual arts magnet is the jewel in Brighton's cultural crown.

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BRIGHTON Sealife Centre

Combining the splendour of rich Victorian architecture with over 30 modern marine and freshwater habitats, and featuring one of the longest underwater tunnels in England.

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brighton Pier

Brighton Palace Pier, the theme park at the seaside, is also an ideal venue for corporate functions, group bookings, weddings and filming. Attracting over 2 million visitors a year, the Pier has numerous attractions including arcades, rides, funfair, fortune tellers, restaurants, bars, bingo hall and a night-club.

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BRIGHTON Royal Pavilion

This opulent seaside home was remodelled in Indian style by John Nash (1815-1823) for George, Prince Regent and later George IV. The Royal Pavilion's lavish interiors combine Chinese-style decorations with magnificent furniture and furnishings.

Adorned with gilded dragons, carved palm trees and imitation bamboo staircases, the Palace's unique style mixes Asian exoticism with English eccentricity. Daring and inventive colours feature throughout, and there are many original items on loan from HM The Queen.

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Brighton Marina

Brighton Marina is the largest in the UK - with over 1500 berths owned by Premier Marinas. It also provides a host of activities to enjoy the water – from owning your own yacht to chartering a day trip, and everything in between!

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The Brighton Lanes

The monthly art market is a great place to buy affordable contemporary art direct from the artists.  Spend the day browsing the shops in the famous Brighton Lanes. Come and enjoy Brighton's unique shopping experience. Wander through the 17th century  Brighton Lanes and pick up ideas for jewellery, designer clothes, interior design, perfumes, hats and shoes or relax alfresco in Brighton Square, right in the heart of The Lanes. 

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Brighton Beach

A fabulous beach – and the most popular beach in England! Some want to just want to go for a walk along the beach – others to relax with a partner. And Very few notable women have not enjoyed themselves at work or play on Brighton's Beach at some time........!!!

Brighton Museum

This outstanding museum houses collections of national and local importance. Highlights include the Art Nouveau and Art Deco collections of furniture, glass and ceramics - Mackintosh to Bugatti, Lalique to Gallé and Sèvres to Clarice Cliff. Fine art, watercolours, non-western art, local history, costumes and archaeology.

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Brighton Theatre Royal

The Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG), the second biggest Theatre operator in the UK, acquired the Theatre from the Land family in June 1999 bringing expertise, experience and investment to this historic institution. ATG has re-established the venue's position as one of the most favoured pre West End dates.

MORE OF A VENUE RATHER THAN AN ATTRACTION

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Devils Dyke

One perfect spot for paragliding is Devil's Dyke. Legends aside, Devil's Dyke is famed for its heart-thumping views over Sussex. The Dyke extends along the ridge of the South Downs for 7km and, as the Devil goes, is a hop, skip and a jump from Brighton.

Drusillas park

Where getting nose to nose with nature is all part of the most memorable, fun-finding-out day you can imagine.Located just 12 miles from Brighton amidst the stunning scenery of the Cuckmere Valley at Alfriston in East Sussex.

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Arundel Castle

There is nearly 1,000 years of history at this great castle, situated in magnificent grounds overlooking the River Arun in West Sussex and built at the end of the 11th century by Roger de Montgomery, Earl of Arundel.

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Beachy Head

The most famous part of the Eastbourne Downland, Beachy Head rises 530 feet above the sea below and is the highest chalk sea cliff in Britain. Enjoy wonderful panoramic views which can be seen from the cliff top. If you look east you see the beaches and town of Eastbourne, the Pier and the Harbour, and then on to Pevensey Bay and Hastings and, on an exceptionally clear day, Dungeness in Kent, nearly 40 miles away

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Lewes Castle 

Why not visit Lewes Castle and Anne of Cleves House in the same day

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Marlipins Museum & Gallery

The oldest lay buildings in Sussex, dating originally from the 12th Century.  At the back is one of the newest buildings, a purpose built extension that opened in 2004.  The museum is home for the displays of our maritime past and this history of the Shoreham area.  It houses a fine collection of archaeological material from prehistoric to medieval times.

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