Brighton Landmarks and Monuments - World Guide to Brighton

Brighton Landmarks and Brighton Monuments

Brighton is an important, historic city and Brighton is crammed full of spectacular landmarks and monuments. Famous throughout the country, many of these Brighton landmarks and Brighton monuments date back many hundreds of years and are in remarkable condition. Here are some of the top landmarks and monuments to visit when staying in the historic city of Brighton.

Brighton Landmarks and Monuments: Brighton Royal Pavilion - Pavilion Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1EE, England
Tel: +44 (0)1273 290900
The Brighton Royal Pavilion is without doubt one of the most beautiful and unusual landmarks in the Brighton and Hove area. With striking Indian architecture, finely decorated interiors with strong influences from China, the Brighton Royal Pavilion was actually built for King George IV and has also been used by many other members of the royal family, including Queen Victoria. The Brighton Royal Pavilion was originally a large farmhouse and was transformed in the early-19th century, becoming one of the most popular tourist attractions in the United Kingdom. Recently restored at a cost of more than GBP 10 million, other attractions at this important Brighton landmark include the Queen Adelaide tearoom, beautiful Regency gardens, a Pavilion gift shop, and public guided tours. The Brighton Royal Pavilion is situated in central Brighton and has become synonymous with the seaside resort of Brighton.
Brighton landmark open: April to September, daily - 09:30 to 17:45, October to March - 10:00 to 17:15
Brighton landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children

Brighton Landmarks and Monuments: Brighton Pier / Brighton Palace Pier - Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 1TW, England
The Brighton Pier, formerly known as the Brighton Palace Pier, is one of the most important landmarks in Brighton and is located in the centre of Brighton's seafront. Home to an enormous amount of attractions, including arcades with state-of-the-art video games, a funfair with a mini-rollercoaster, dodgems and other exciting rides, side stalls, a restaurant with stunning sea views, fastfood outlets, bars, seasonal fireworks displays and much more besides.
Brighton landmark open: daily, 09:00 to midnight, winter - 10:00 to midnight
Brighton landmark admission: free

Brighton Landmarks and Monuments: Brighton West Pier - Kings Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1, England
The Brighton West Pier in Brighton city centre is one of the most important landmarks in Brighton and is now a Grade 1 listed building. Dating back to 1866, this historic Brighton landmark features classical Victorian architecture and was literally built out of the sea, on strong, iron columns. Now sadly neglected, plan to restore the Brighton West Pier and its theatre are well underway.

Brighton Landmarks and Monuments: Brighton Clock Tower - Junction of West Street and Queens Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1, England
Located in the heart of Brighton city centre, the Brighton Clock Tower was built in 1888 to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria. The Brighton Clock Tower quickly became one of the most recognisable landmarks in central Brighton and features carvings of Queen Victoria, Prince Albert, their son Edward, and four boats which point towards Brighton's seafront.

Brighton Landmarks and Monuments: The Chattri Monument - Patcham, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1, England
Brighton's important Chattri Monument stands on the north side of Brighton, close to the South Downs area of Brighton. Commemorating the lives of Hindu and Muslim soldiers who died in Brighton's hospital during the first World War, the Chattri Monument was built on the spot where their bodies were cremated. Opened in 1921, Brighton's Chattri Monument features spectacular views across the surround countryside.

Brighton Landmarks and Monuments: Foredown Tower - Foredown Road, Portslade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN41 2EW, England
Tel: +44 (0)1273 292092
Foredown Tower, on the west side of Brighton, is home to an important camera obscura - a Victorian group of lenses that project and reflect images of the surrounding area on to the interior of the tower. Other attractions the Brighton's landmark Foredown Tower include a water station and hands-on computer exhibits. Brighton's Foredown Tower is situated close to the Portslade train station.
Brighton landmark open: Thursday to Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00
Brighton landmark admission: charge

Brighton Landmarks and Monuments: The Brighton Doughnut - Kings Road Arches, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1, England
The Brighton Doughnut is one of the most instantly recognisable Brighton landmarks and can be found on Brighton seafront. Donated by the Mayor of Naples, this large, circular sculpture is green and is within easy reach from Brighton city centre.

Brighton Landmarks and Monuments: Peace Statue - Kings Road, Hove, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1, England
Brighton's Peace Statue is a striking monument to King Edward VII and was built in the early-20th century. Located on the Brighton seafront, the Peace Statue is a large angel, holding symbols of peace.

Brighton Landmarks and Monuments: Preston Manor - Preston Drove, Preston Park, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6SD, England
Tel: +44 (0)1273 290900
The grand Preston Manor is situated in central Brighton and features to many important collections, including silver, antique furniture, paintings, sculptures and Brighton artefacts. Preston Manor also features stunning gardens, numerous period features and a church dating back more than 600 years.
Brighton landmark open: Monday - 13:00 to 17:00, Tuesday to Saturday - 14:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 14:00 to 17:00
Brighton landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children