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Brighton Attractions

There are so many wonderful tourist attractions to see in Brighton that there is sure to be something for everyone, with popular tourist attractions both in the centre of Brighton and nearby. Whether you are looking for Brighton thrills and excitement, Brighton history and exhibitions in Brighton, or animals and more exotic Brighton attractions, tourists and visitors will not have to look far in Brighton, one of England’s most important cities. Here are some of the top tourist attractions in Brighton.

Brighton Attractions: Brighton Guided Bus Tours – Madeira Parade starting point, Brighton, East Sussex, BN, England
Tel: +44 (0)1273 540893
Open-top hop on / off Brighton guided bus tours operate throughout the day at regular intervals in the Brighton and Hove area. The Brighton bus tours provide a popular way of sightseeing in Brighton and with daily hop on / off tickets, they are also a very useful way to travel around Brighton. Bus tours in the Brighton and Hove area connect all of the major points of interest in Brighton, including many of Brighton’s tourist attractions, landmarks and monuments in Brighton, including Brighton’s Royal Pavilion, the Corn Exchange, the Brighton seafront and the Brighton Pier. Guided Bus Tours in Brighton are operated by several different companies, including Guide Friday.
Brighton attraction open: March to October, daily - 10:00 to 17:00

Brighton Attractions: Walking Tours of Brighton – Brighton, East Sussex, England
The are a number of walking tours available in the Brighton and Hove area and these provide tourists with a real insight into some of Brighton’s most interesting and historic tourist attractions, landmarks and information. Further information on the different walking tours in Brighton is available at the Brighton Tourist Information Centre.

Brighton Attractions: Brighton Marina - Brighton Marina Village, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 5UF, England
Tel: +44 (0)1273 693636
The spectacular Brighton Marina is located in the Kemp Town area of Brighton and is home to an enormous amount of entertainment and attractions for tourist visiting the Brighton and Hove area. With cafes, restaurants and bars, most of which have superb views of the harbour, together with shopping facilities, boat trips around Brighton Marina, a multi-screen cinema and tenpin bowling complex, Brighton Marina is actually one of the largest yachting harbour in the United Kingdom.
Brighton attraction open: daily
Brighton attraction admission: free

Brighton Attractions: Beachy Head - Eastbourne, East Sussex , England
Tel: +44 (0)1323 728060
Beachy Head is one of the most scenic attractions in the Brighton area and is located to the east of Brighton. Attractions at this grassy clifftop include spectacular views across the seafront, a nature trail, a visitors centre and picnic areas.

Brighton Attractions: Kemp Town - East of Brighton Pier to Brighton Marina, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2, England
Kemp Town is one of the most lively and friendly areas of Brighton and is full of interesting things to see and do. Attractions in the Kemp Town are of Brighton include cafes, restaurants, bars, antique shops, unusual independent stores, a large gay Brighton community and many beautiful Georgian houses.

Brighton Attractions: The Lanes - East Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1, England
The Lanes area of Brighton is full of fascinating Brighton history and character. With narrow streets, historic buildings, street entertainers, jewellery shops, antiques stores, cafes and restaurants, The Lanes area of Brighton is also home to a number of atmospheric public houses.

Brighton Attractions: Devil's Dyke - Devil's Dyke Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN6 9DY, England
Tel: +44 (0)1273 834830
Devil's Dyke, on the north side of Brighton, is owned and managed by the National Trust. With superb panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, Brighton’s Devil’s Dyke is a deep valley and attractions include large areas of grassland ideal for sunbathing, sports, kite-flying, hang-gliding and picnics.

Brighton Attractions: Undercliff Path - Brighton Marina, Brighton, East Sussex, BN, England
Brighton’s Undercliff Path is a popular walking trail and stretches for around 5 km / 3 miles from Brighton Marine to Saltdean. This scenic pathway has many spectacular views along the way and has been used for over 80 years and is also suitable for cycling.
Brighton attraction open: daily
Brighton attraction admission: free

Brighton Attractions: Bluebell Steam Railway - Sheffield Park Station, Haywards Heath, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1825 720800
Brighton’s Bluebell Steam Railway, on the outskirts of Brighton, is one of the most popular attractions in this area of Brighton and Hove. Featuring lovingly restored steam locomotives, the Bluebell Steam Railway travels between three different train stations and other attractions include a museum, stunning views of the surrounding countryside and a public house, serving snacks.
Brighton attraction open: daily - 11:00 to 17:30, trains are less frequent during the winter months
Brighton attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children, senior citizens and families, children under three years old are free

Brighton Attractions: Volks Railway - 285 Madeira Drive, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1EN, England
Tel: +44 (0)1273 292718
With regular trains travelling from Brighton Pier along Brighton seafront to Black Rock, Brighton’s Volks Railway is one of Brighton’s most historic tourist attractions. Dating back to the late-19th century, Brighton’s Volks Railway is actually the oldest electric railway in the united Kingdom.
Brighton attraction open: April to September, daily – 11:00 to 17:00
Brighton attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Brighton Attractions: Brighton Corn Exchange - 29 New Road, North Laine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1UG, England
Tel: +44 (0)1273 674357
Located in the North Laine region of Brighton, the Brighton Corn Exchange is one of the most important tourist attractions in the Brighton and Hove area. Home to regular theatrical events, concerts, sporting contests and conferences, the Brighton Corn Exchange hosts many of Brighton’s popular festivals and is located close to the Brighton train station.

Brighton Attractions: Brighton Theatres - Brighton and Hove, England
Brighton is home to a number of excellent theatres, that regularly host Brighton theatrical productions, dramas, comedies, concerts, operas, workshops and exhibitions. Popular theatres in the Brighton and Hove area include:

• Little Theatre - 9 Clarence Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 2EG, England
  Tel: +44 (0)1273 205000
• Marlborough Theatre - 4 Princes Street, Kemp Town, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1RD, England
  Tel: +44 (0)1273 570028
• Pavilion Theatre - 29 New Road, North Laine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1UG, England
  Tel: +44 (0)1273 709709
• Theatre Royal - New Road, North Laine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1SD, England
  Tel: +44 (0)1273 328488
• New Venture Theatre - Bedford Place, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 2TP, England
  Tel: +44 (0)1273 746118
• Ray Tindle Theatre Centre - Upper Gardner Street, North Laine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 4AN, England
  Tel: +44 (0)1273 692151
• Sallis Benney Theatre - University of Brighton, 58-64 Grand Parade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 2JY, England
  Tel: +44 (0)1273 643010
• Tower Theatre - Pelham Tower, Pelham Street, North Laine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 4FA, England
  Tel: +44 (0)1273 667788
• Akademia - 14 Manchester Street, Kemp Town, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TF, England
  Tel: +44 (0)1273 622633
• Gardner Arts Centre - University of Sussex, Lewes Road, Falmer, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 9RA, England
  Tel: +44 (0)1273 685861
• Komedia - Gardner Street, North Laine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1UN, England
  Tel: +44 (0)1273 647100

Brighton Attractions: Naturist Beach - Black Rock, Madeira Drive, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2, England
Brighton’s Naturist Beach is located in the Kemp Town area of Brighton. This secluded, short-stretch of beach is the only naturist beach in the Brighton and Hove area and is a popular spot for those wanted an all-over suntan.

Brighton Attractions: Brighton Centre - Kings Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 2FL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1273 290131
The Brighton Centre is located in the heart of Brighton city centre and hosts many of Brighton’s most important concerts, conferences and festivals. With a vast auditorium, accommodating more than 5,000 people, the Brighton Centre also has two smaller halls, which are often used for exhibitions and more intimate gigs.
Brighton attraction open: box office – 10:00 to 17:30

Brighton Attractions: Body Shop Tour - The Body Shop International Limited, Watersmead, Littlehampton, East Sussex, BN17 6LS, England
Tel: +44 (0)800 960809
One of Brighton’s numerous claims to fame is that it is home to the original Body Shop. Now highly branded and known throughout the world, Brighton’s Body Shop celebrates it original by offering regular guided tours with run every 20 minutes. Other attractions include a factory shop and bar area.
Brighton attraction open: Monday to Saturday – 10:00 to 15:00
Brighton attraction admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens, children and families, children under five years old are free

Brighton Attractions: British Engineerium - Nevill Road, Hove, Brighton, East Sussex, BN3 7QA, England
Tel: +44 (0)1273 559583
The British Engineerium, in the Hove area of Brighton, is one of the main tourist attractions in this area. Dating back to the late-19th century, attractions at this restored water pumping station include important steam engines, a historic fire engine, historic motorbikes and a large boiler house.
Brighton attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 17:00
Brighton attraction admission: charge