Brighton is best known for its pebble beach, an hour south of London. But there are more things to do than stroll with an ice cream or play the slots. Brighton offers much more than its shoreline — it’s a vibrant seaside city with surprises.
Is Brighton worth a visit beyond the summer season? Many indoor activities are not weather-dependent. These activities offer more excitement than a visit to the local pub. Brighton has it all. It has iconic landmarks, like the Royal Pavilion. It also has fun activities, like the Vave login experience. There is something for everyone. Here’s a rundown of the top attractions you can’t miss on a day trip to Brighton. Also, here are some fun new activities you might not know about.
Flying High
For a fresh view of the city, take a trip up the Brighton i360. It’s a modern landmark, formerly the British Airways i360. Board the stylish, doughnut-shaped glass pod on the seafront. It will give you stunning 360-degree views as it glides up to 138 meters. How about Brighton’s most exciting activities if that’s not thrilling enough? They are the Extreme 360 Walk, Drop, and Climb challenges.
Tea By the Sea
A cream tea is all the sweeter when served by the sea. End your sky-high trip up the Brighton i360. Enjoy freshly baked scones, clotted cream, jam, and seasonal treats. They are at the beachside café at its base.
Book your tea 48 hours before your visit for a journey between 13:30 and 15:30. You can even bag child-sized, gluten-free, or vegan options.
Hit it for Six
Enjoy a game of beach cricket at the Brighton i360’s new attraction, Sixes. It’s a competitive game, but you won’t have to worry about losing your ball in the ocean. Stand by to bat back the softballs from a high-tech game. Points are awarded for every target you successfully hit on the screen. Challenge your family and friends. Your colleagues and clients are at a get-together with these new Brighton activities. The adjoining restaurant serves burgers, sharing plates, wood-fired pizzas, cocktails, and shakes. So, you can keep the party going and toast your top scorer!
End of the Pier
A classic Brighton experience is walking along the iconic Palace Pier. Once a way for Victorians to take in the sea air, it’s now famous for its amusement arcade and fresh doughnuts. You’ll find a funfair. It has an old-school helter-skelter, a ghost train, dodgems, and stomach-churning rides. They thrill you, close to the sea.
Is it worth visiting Brighton in winter? Of course! It’s the best time to see huge starling murmurations at sunset. They will be shape-shifting over the pier.
Shop Till You Drop
Every day, trips to Brighton would be complete with a retail therapy session. Just off the seafront, you’ll find the renowned, winding alleys of The Lanes. Once a fishing quarter, it’s now a hot spot for indie galleries and jewelers. The Lanes are not the same as North Laine. North Laine is the area between the station and the Theatre Royal. It’s packed with unique, independent boutiques full of charm. Here, you can buy anything. It has boho fashions, mid-century furniture, and unique gifts from local makers. There are also many cafés and pubs for an energizing pit stop.
Princely Pavilion
The Royal Pavilion, with its striking onion domes, is a true city symbol. Its exterior resembles an Indian palace, and the grandest rooms are in a Chinese style.
This coastal palace was built for the extravagant Prince Regent, later George IV. If you like design or history, it should be your top thing to do in Brighton. Don’t miss the huge kitchen, where they cooked 19th-century banquets. And, see the music room with its painted chandeliers and silver dragon motifs.
For your Brighton day trip, consider an Explorer Pass. It will enhance your visit. You can combine the Royal Pavilion with the Brighton i360, a modern marvel.
Get Your Skates On
It’s smooth and colourful and has excellent views over the beach. Skate 360 is where you can see Brighton in motion. This vibrant new rink, adorned with murals, is on Kings Road. The Brighton i360 viewing tower is so close. You will see your reflection on the underside of the rising capsule. The capsule is doughnut-shaped. Reserve a 45-minute skating session. Bring your skates or rent them on-site. Then, invite your friends. For more fun, combine it with the Brighton i360. Save 15% by booking both together.
Head Over Heels
Are you looking for some Instagrammable fun on your day trip to Brighton? Head to the seafront to strike some gravity-defying poses at the Upside Down House. This attraction, on the seafront, is standing on its head. This quirky spot lets you look like you’re climbing walls, hanging from the ceiling, or even cooking dinner upside down. It uses cleverly constructed rooms and some camera tricks. It’s a fun Brighton activity to share with kids or friends. It’s also good when combined with the nearby Brighton i360 in an Explorer Pass.
Drink it In
Have something to celebrate? You want a drink with a view to round off a perfect day trip. Enjoy a special moment at the South Coast’s highest bar, the Nyetimber Sky Bar. It’s inside the Brighton i360’s passenger capsule.
Sip on local tipples, like Brighton Gin and award-winning Nyetimber English sparkling wine. Admire panoramic views extending as far as the South Downs. You can enjoy expertly made cocktails. This is true whether you have hired the whole capsule for a party or are on a public flight.
