subject: Things To Do In Brighton, England [print this page] Things To Do In Brighton, England Things To Do In Brighton, England
Brighton is the place to go for shopping, the arts, and of course, anything on the beach. Britain's famed seaside vacation venue is a great place to visit during any season. The beaches offer activities such as volleyball, surfing, sailing, skateboarding and, of course, sunbathing. Don't forget to visit The Lanes to experience shopping at its finest in a quaint setting. Brighton is famous for its pier, a standard feature of any British seaside town. In fact, there are two piers, but one is closed for repairs, having been pummeled for centuries by ocean storms. The remaining pier is known as the Brighton Pier and is crowded with arcades, restaurants, cafes, a roller-coaster and dodgems, as any good English pier should be. During the summer it plays host to a marvelous display of fireworks that are a real treat for seasonal visitors. A visit to The Royal Pavilion is a must when visiting Brighton. It was built for The Prince Regent, the future King George the IV. The Royal Pavilion was in use by the Royal Family until Victorian times. It reflects an Indian style with other Asian influences, mostly Chinese. No expense was spared during the building of The Pavilion and it exhibits an extravagance and splendor that can only be appreciated by a visit. Brighton hosts many walking tours, as does nearby Hove. If you'd like to expend a little energy and see Brighton by foot, you will be fascinated by the history of the towns and nearby areas. Brighton's walking tours are guided and you will learn a lot about local history and landmarks from the guides. They can also provide you with information about other places to visit and things to see during your visit. If you prefer to travel by vehicle, consider a bus tour. The tours run throughout the day and operate on a daily ticket that allows you to get off when you see something interesting and then catch another bus to get to another location on the same ticket. This gives you the opportunity to spend as much time as you like at interesting sites along the route without purchasing more tickets. The buses will take you to all of the big tourist attractions as well as lots of interesting monuments and local landmarks. A bus tour really gives you the flavor of Brighton so consider scheduling one early in your visit.
