Our Brighton Travel Essentials lays out the essential information you need to help planning your trip to one of the most popular destinations in the UK. No matter how frequently you travel, some questions will always need answers: What’s the weather like? How can I get from the airport to my hotel? What currency and type of plug do I need? We have all these answers plus other basic info about the best time to go, getting there, getting around, and a few useful travel tips.
It’s all compiled in this Brighton Travel Essentials. After reading this short and easy-to-read guide, you will be a little more prepared to start your trip in Brighton.
Brighton has a temperate climate, with mild winters and moderately warm summers.
Brighton sits on the south coast of England, about 70 miles south of central London. Chances are great that, coming from abroad, you’ll land at Heathrow or Gatwick, the 2 main airports in the UK’s capital. There are several transfer options to reach Brighton:
Brighton Railway Station is just north of the city centre, a stroll away from the beach. Built in 1840, it’s one of the busiest train stations in the UK. A coffee shop, a Marks and Spencer shop and ATM machines are some of the facilities available in Brighton train station. From here, you can get to your hotel by bus or taxi.
Travel tips
The most pleasant way to explore central Brighton is on foot. The city centre is a compact 1 sq mile and its main centre of interest, the beach, is walking distance from many landmarks and attractions. These include the Royal Pavilion, the Mechanical Memories Amusement Museum and the Sassoon Mausoleum.
For longer journeys, Brighton features the following options:
Brighton features a bike-sharing scheme named BTN BikeShare. It’s a great way to explore Brighton on clear days. All you need to do is to register online and install the app on your mobile phone. Docking stations can be found all around the centre of town.
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