Brighton
Address: Brighton and Hove
Brighton is unquestionably England's most spectacular seaside
resort town. Made popular in the 18th century, when the Prince
Regent (later King George IV) chose it as the site for his holiday
palace (the bizarre and fantastic onion-shaped Brighton Pavilion),
it is still famous for its frivolous entertainment venues and
enviable nightlife. An eclectic combination of Regency and
Victorian architecture gives Brighton a unique air, with winding
village lanes and its flamboyant East Pier stretching out over the
sea sparkling with thousands of lights from its funfair and
amusement arcades.<br /><br />
The historic Brighton Lanes host a variety of quaint and quirky
shops, with everything from antiques and jewellery to
fortune-telling on offer. Wander lazily through the winding streets
and relax at one of the numerous cafés while enjoying a cappuccino
and a live jazz performance. By night, this quarter takes on a more
ghoulish character, with the famous Ghost Walk being offered for
the brave...with drinks at the haunted pub for survivors!<br /><br />
Brighton Palace Pier
Address: Brighton and Hove
As you step foot onto Brighton's Palace Pier, you are
overwhelmed by the sound of repetitive arcade music and the
inviting scent of popcorn or fried fish. A row of stalls selling
fast-food, toys and souvenirs leads visitors towards the arcade,
which is filled with an assortment of gaming machines and a couple
more eateries. This opens out onto the funfair section at the end
of the pier, where a number of rides - including a Ghost Train,
Dodge 'Em Cars and a lovely Carousel - attract quite a crowd. A
great place for both kids and the young-at-heart to spend the day,
Brighton Pier is also a wonderful spot to set up one of the iconic
striped deck chairs and just take in the view and soak up the
atmosphere.<br /><br />
Royal Pavilion
Address: Brighton and Hove
The Royal Pavilion was built in stages between 1787 and 1823 as
a pleasure palace for British royalty and remains one of Brighton
and Hove's chief tourist attractions. The interior of the Royal
Pavilion is extraordinary in its combination of exotic Asian and
'oh-so-British!' design. Classic furnishings belonging to Queen
Elizabeth II stand beside fierce gilded dragons and imitation
bamboo staircases, while the Music Room and the Great Kitchen are
also truly impressive sights. The gardens are reminiscent of
revolutionary 1730s landscaping, with curving paths between natural
groups of trees and beautiful views afforded at every turn. Allow
at least two hours to explore the palace and its noteworthy
collections.<br /><br />
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Brighton
Address: Brighton and Hove
Brighton is unquestionably England's most spectacular seaside resort town. Made popular in the 18th century, when the Prince Regent (later King George IV) chose it as the site for his holiday palace (the bizarre and fantastic onion-shaped Brighton Pavilion), it is still famous for its frivolous entertainment venues and enviable nightlife. An eclectic com (…more)