Best Family Things to Do in Brighton

10 Best Family Things to Do in Brighton

Fun Places in Brighton to Take Your Kids

With a great choice of family things to do in Brighton, it’s no wonder that people flock to the southern seaside city. Families come for paddling and surfing, fish and chips and all the fun of the fair. Make your family day out one to remember with this guide to the best places in Brighton to take your kids.


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1. Traditional fairground at Brighton Pier

Brighton Pier

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The Victorian pier’s palace of fun panders to everyone under its wrought-iron roof. Survey the scenery from talking telescopes and brave the high-tech simulated rides. Older kids ride the rodeo bull and the tiny ones can’t resist the mini dodgems. Fish and chip stalls and doughnuts provide traditional seaside fare.


Ubicación: Madeira Dr, Brighton BN2 1TW, UK

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Traditional fairground at Brighton Pier

Madeira Dr, Brighton BN2 1TW, UK

2. Playboy’s palace, the Royal Pavilion

The Royal Pavilion in Brighton

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At George IV’s Indian-style party palace, children get their own audio guide to explain the gilded dragons and eccentric bamboo staircase. The grounds are dotted with musicians and performers and the Pavilion Gardens Café serves tea and cake.


Ubicación: 4/5 Pavilion Buildings, Brighton BN1 1EE, UK

Horarios: Daily from 10 am to 5.15 pm

Teléfono: +44 (0)300 029 0900

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Playboy’s palace, the Royal Pavilion

4/5 Pavilion Buildings, Brighton BN1 1EE, UK

3. Shop for goodies at North Laine

North Laine in Brighton

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Shops and stalls shout style in this bohemian enclave, centring on Sydney Street and Kensington Gardens. Classic comics and arty T-shirts, glove puppets and wooden toys – North Laine has them all. Rest weary feet at a pavement café with a veggie burger and a smoothie.

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Shop for goodies at North Laine

4. Deckchairs and picnic on Brighton Beach

Things to Do in Brighton

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Leave your Brighton hotel and slip on some beach shoes to run across the pebbles for a swim. Lifeguards and excellent water quality make it a safe beach for kids. It’s easy to rent a deckchair and umbrella, and there are plenty of cafes and shops nearby.

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Deckchairs and picnic on Brighton Beach

5. DIY Punch & Judy at Brighton Museum

DIY Punch & Judy at Brighton Museum

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Young visitors can put on their own Punch and Judy show using old-school puppets in a traditional booth at the renovated museum. Mummies’ tombs, Hindu statues, larger-than-life genie masks and carnival costumes make for a fascinating visit.


Ubicación: Royal Pavilion Grounds, New Rd, Brighton BN1 1UG, UK

Teléfono: +44 (0)1273 292929

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DIY Punch & Judy at Brighton Museum

Royal Pavilion Grounds, New Rd, Brighton BN1 1UG, UK

6. Family portrait on East Street

East Street in Brighton

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Artists and cartoonists set up stall on this busy street and will draw an unusual family sketch or caricature as a Brighton souvenir. Dotted among the artists are hair braiders and back masseurs.


Ubicación: East St, Brighton, UK

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Family portrait on East Street

East St, Brighton, UK

7. Edge of Sussex Downs at Foredown Tower

Foredown Tower in Brighton

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From the top of this Edwardian water tower, take in views of the sea and rolling hills with the camera obscura. You’re right on the edge of the Sussex Downs –a great starting point for country walks.


Ubicación: Foredown Rd, Portslade, Brighton BN41 2EW, UK

Teléfono: +44 (0)1273 415625

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Edge of Sussex Downs at Foredown Tower

Foredown Rd, Portslade, Brighton BN41 2EW, UK

8. Something fishy at Sea Life Brighton

Sea Life Brighton

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An underwater tunnel brings giant sea turtles and other marine animals close to home. The Lost In Amazonia mirror maze with its flickering images of tropical fish is always a winner with the children – as is sharks’ feeding time.


Ubicación: Marine Parade, Sussex, Brighton BN2 1TB, UK

Horarios: Hours vary by season

Teléfono: +44 (0)871 226 6770

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Something fishy at Sea Life Brighton

Marine Parade, Sussex, Brighton BN2 1TB, UK

9. Dinner at Brighton Marina

Brighton Marina in Brighton

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In Brighton, family-friendly pizza restaurants cluster along the boardwalk at Brighton Marina, looking out over hundreds of luxury yachts. The tiny, historic Volks Railway runs back to Brighton Pier. Ross Boat Trips allow views of Brighton from the water.


Ubicación: Marine Drive, Brighton, UK

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Dinner at Brighton Marina

Marine Drive, Brighton, UK

10. Learn to surf at Lagoon Watersports

Learn to Surfing

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Get ready for the waves with beginners’ surfing lessons, suitable for all ages. Once you’re on your feet in the purpose-built lagoon, get onto the open waves and feel the wind. Start simple – you might want to try kitesurfing next time.


Ubicación: Hove Lagoon, Kingsway, Hove BN3 4LX, UK

Teléfono: +44 (0)1273 424842

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Learn to surf at Lagoon Watersports

Hove Lagoon, Kingsway, Hove BN3 4LX, UK

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