9 Best Family Things to Do in Brighton
What to Do for Fun in Brighton with Your Kids?
With a great choice of family things to do in Brighton, it’s no wonder that people flock to this gorgeous southern seaside city. It has bags of charm and a friendly, vibrant atmosphere. Families come for paddling and surfing, fish and chips, and all the fun of the fair.
Slightly inland, you’ll find a colorful maze of eclectic independent shops, cafes, pubs, and stalls. Brighton is undoubtedly a city with a huge personality, that’s famed for being a particularly welcoming and inclusive place. Make your family day out one to remember with this guide to the best places in Brighton to take your kids.
1. Brighton Palace Pier
Traditional fairground fun high above the water
Categoría: Familias, Fotos
The Victorian pier’s palace of fun panders to kids of all ages. If the weather isn’t playing ball, there’s plenty to do under its historic wrought-iron roof, with a huge range of arcade games to discover. Survey the scenery from talking telescopes and brave the high-tech simulated racing rides. Older kids can attempt to ride the rodeo bull while younger ones won’t be able to resist exploring the 4-story soft play area.
When the sun shines, at the end of the pier there’s a miniature fairground. You’ll find traditional rides like a Helter Skelter slide, Horror Hotel ghost train, dodgems, and also more daring, hair-raising rides like the Crazy Mouse rollercoaster that takes you 40 feet above the sea.
Ubicación: Madeira Drive, Brighton BN2 1TW, UK
Horario: Hours vary by attraction
Teléfono: +44 (0)127 360 9361
Brighton Palace Pier
2. Royal Pavilion and Garden
The playboy prince’s party palace
Categoría: Familias, Historia, Fotos
George IV’s Indian-style party palace is an eccentric architectural wonder that must be seen to be believed. Built as a seaside retreat, it was a place to indulge his passions for fine dining, gambling, theater, and party-hosting. Children can get their own audio guide to explain the gilded dragons, bamboo staircase, and colorful, ornate decor. It truly is a fantasy palace fit for a king that kids will be fascinated by. The splendor of the Banqueting Room is not to be missed.
Wander out into the Pavilion Gardens which are often dotted with musicians and performers. Little ones will love exploring the paths winding through exotic plant species, then heading to the cafe for delicious tea and cake.
Ubicación: The Royal Pavilion, Brighton BN1 1FN, UK
Horario: April–September: daily from 9.30 am to 5.45 pm. October–March: daily from 10 am to 5.15 pm
Teléfono: +44 (0)300 029 0900
Royal Pavilion and Garden
3. The Lanes and North Laine
A vibrant warren of bohemian shopping and culture
Categoría: Familias, Compras
Shops and stalls shout style and personality in this vibrant bohemian enclave, centering on Sydney Street. You’ll find a fabulous warren of streets showcasing unique independent retailers and eateries of all kinds, from second-hand clothing and antiques to vegan cafes and art galleries. Classic comics and arty tee-shirts, glove puppets, and wooden toys, North Laine has them all.
Rest weary feet at a pavement cafe with a veggie burger and smoothie, then journey on for more fun. At the end of North Laine, you’re just yards away from The Lanes, Brighton’s historic quarter. Walk all the way down to the seafront to explore a quirky labyrinth of narrow alleyways, hidden squares, and incredible artwork adorning the entire sides of buildings.
The Lanes and North Laine
4. Deckchairs and picnic on Brighton Beach
Categoría: Parejas, Familias, Fotos
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.
Deckchairs and picnic on Brighton Beach
5. Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Brighton’s performance history brought to life
Categoría: Familias, Historia
Head to this museum, that sits in the grounds of the opulent Royal Pavilion, any time between late May and mid-August and your kids can get stuck into one of their arts and crafts workshops. Throughout the summer break, there are also storytelling sessions to keep little ones enthralled.
There’s a great selection of fine art to marvel at, from old masters to modern pioneers, as well as a gallery that tells the story of modern Brighton. Another section is devoted to Brighton’s performing culture, where kids can create their own DIY Punch and Judy puppet show. On top of all this, mummies’ tombs, Hindu statues, larger-than-life genie masks, and carnival costumes will make for a fascinating visit.
Ubicación: Royal Pavilion Gardens, Brighton BN1 1FN, UK
Horario: Tuesday–Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm (closed on Mondays)
Teléfono: +44 (0)300 029 0900
Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
6. Brighton Marina
Shopping, food, and family fun in luxurious surroundings
Categoría: Familias, Gastronomía
At Brighton Marina, family-friendly pizza and pasta restaurants cluster along the boardwalk. You can grab a tasty meal on the terrace while enjoying looking out over hundreds of luxury yachts. The Marina is also a chic shopping hub with numerous fashionable boutiques, craft shops, and art galleries to explore.
If looking for activities to keep kids entertained, there’s a nearby cinema, indoor and outdoor mini-golf venues, and a bowling alley. Or, delight the little ones with a boat trip, where you can soak up views of the city from out on the water. Choose either a stately pleasure boat for a relaxed feel, or a high-octane power boat ride where getting super wet is guaranteed.
Ubicación: The Waterfront, Brighton Marina BN2 5WA, UK
Horario: Hours vary by attraction
Brighton Marina
7. Lagoon Watersports
Windsurfing and sailing fun for all abilities
Categoría: Familias, Aventura
Over at Hove Lagoon, you can get yourself and your kids ready for the waves with beginners’ windsurfing lessons. These classes, held in a safe, purpose-built lagoon, are designed to be great fun for kids, with lots of games thrown in, like lining up all the surf boards and trying to run over the top of them. Once you’re on your feet, you can get onto the open water and feel the thrill of the wind and waves.
If windsurfing doesn’t take your family’s fancy, Lagoon Watersports offer child-friendly classes in sailing, kayaking, and wakeboarding too. They offer half-day taster sessions, which are ideal to slot into your vacation. Start simple, you might even want to try kitesurfing next time.
Ubicación: Hove Lagoon, 330 Kingsway, Hove BN3 4LX, UK
Horario: Hours vary by season
Teléfono: +44 (0)127 342 4842
Lagoon Watersports
8. Devil’s Dyke
Picturesque valley brimming with history
Categoría: Aventura, Historia
Head 5 miles north of Brighton and you’ll come across an incredible 330-foot-deep V-shaped valley named Devil’s Dyke. Despite the ominous name, it’s a wonderful place to visit, especially with your family. The scenery alone is magical. Think rolling hills, scores of woodlands, and vivid carpets of flowers as far as the eye can see.
But that’s not all. Hike or bike its paths to discover the ramparts from an Iron Age fort, the remains of an old funicular railway station, and even the remnants of a Victorian funfair. When your family’s thirst for history is quenched, chase an adrenaline thrill with paragliding and hang-gliding. At the end of an active day, there’s a pub nearby for a rewarding dinner.
Ubicación: Devil’s Dyke, Nr Brighton, West Sussex, UK
Devil’s Dyke
9. Hove Park
Charming urban park and playground
Categoría: Aventura, Familias
For almost 40 acres of green spaces, woodlands, and flower gardens head to Hove Park, just 20 minutes away from Brighton on the Line 21 bus. Recognized by the Green Flag award scheme, it’s an excellent place for a day of outdoor family fun in Brighton.
Kids will especially love the fun castle-themed playground and the charming miniature steam railway that runs along the park’s western edge. Take them to check out the Fingermaze sculpture, too, and the awe-inspiring Goldstone. If that’s not enough, Hove Park also boasts several sports facilities and a climbing rock to really get your family’s blood pumping. Afterwards, drop into the Pavilion Tea Rooms for tea and cake.
Ubicación: Goldstone Cres, Brighton and Hove, Hove BN3 6BG, UK
Teléfono: +(0)127 329 0000
Hove Park
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