Brighton Seafront Walking Tour (Self Guided), Brighton

No trip to Brighton is complete without a stroll along the seaside. Here you will know right away that you’re in an English seaside resort, catching the scent of fish and chips and watching deckchairs fluttering in the breeze. Stretching along the pebbly coastline for nearly 5 miles, Brighton's promenade has that Victorian glamour with a dash of youthful energy and style, buzzing with life even after dark all year round.

Local attractions range from large-scale wonders to the offbeat and downright quirky. The foremost of them, undoubtedly, is the Brighton Palace Pier – a 1,722-ft long Victorian pier with a range of hot food and drink concessions, fairground attractions, two arcades, plus the huge indoor soft play area - ‘Palace Play’ - visiting which makes it a day to remember!

One of the many rides available on the Pier is Carousel, which is arguably the most iconic with its classic ponies, colorful decor and brilliant lights; suitable for all ages.

Practically next door is Sea Life Brighton, the Victorian aquarium, established since 1872, where you can learn about the creatures of the deep and watch a shark swimming over your head in the underwater tunnel.

In addition to these you will find a cornucopia of other cultural delights, such as Volk’s Electric Railway – is the oldest operating electric railway in the world; and Brighton Fishing Museum – an independent museum dedicated to the fishing industry of Brighton, located in an area known as the Fishing Quarter.

The newest attraction in the city is British Airways i360, a feat of modern engineering gliding visitors 450 feet into the air, offering spectacular panoramic views of the city, the sea and the countryside.

To learn more about Brighton's seafront attractions, take this self-guided walking tour.