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The town of Brighton is a typical seaside town on the English riviera, and therefore, it is one of the top and popular day trip destinations, being only about 2 hours away by car. The Mediterranean influenced beauty arcades and the buildings of the Regency-era support this broad shingle beach. Built-in 1899 and now has rides and food kiosks in the central waterfront area, Brighton Pier where also you can enjoy sunbathing on the deck chairs. The city’s nightlife as well as arts, shopping and festivals are also known. During your visit you can take a walking tour where you will enjoy strolling the narrow and colourful streets of Brighton, followed by a visit to Market Street, lively pubs, cafes, street performers, jewellery, fudge sellers and hundreds of shops selling almost all goods for shoppers. You will fall in love with the colourful ambience of the streets of Brighton.
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Duration: 8 hours
Starts: London, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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The town of Brighton is a typical seaside town on the English riviera, and therefore, it is one of the top and popular day trip destinations, being only about 2 hours away by car. The Mediterranean influenced beauty arcades and the buildings of the Regency-era support this broad shingle beach. Built-in 1899 and now has rides and food kiosks in the central waterfront area, Brighton Pier where also you can enjoy sunbathing on the deck chairs. The city’s nightlife as well as arts, shopping and festivals are also known. During your visit you can take a walking tour where you will enjoy strolling the narrow and colourful streets of Brighton, followed by a visit to Market Street, lively pubs, cafes, street performers, jewellery, fudge sellers and hundreds of shops selling almost all goods for shoppers. You will fall in love with the colourful ambience of the streets of Brighton.
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Stop At: Royal Pavilion, 4/5 Pavilion Buildings Pavilion Gardens, Brighton BN1 1EE England
A striking landmark with its Indo-Saracen dome and ornate interiors, the Royal Pavilion was once King George IV’s (Uncle of Queen Victoria and the son of King George III and the brother of William IV) residence. King George IV was a pleasure monarch who also remodelled the Windsor Castle. In the garden of the Royal Pavillion, there are large collections of the Brighton Museum and Art Gallery from fine art to decoration which you will see. The Royal Pavilion began as a humble lodging house in the 18th century. The Prince of Wales, Architect Henry Holland helped George turn his humble seaside retreat into a beautiful, neoclassical villa– the Marine Pavilion. In 1815 the eminent architect John Nash was hired by George, the Prince Regent, to redesign it in Indian style. The work was finished in 1823 when George was reigning. It is the building that you see today, an instantly recognizable symbol of Brighton. We will visit the Royal Pavillion today.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Brighton Palace Pier, Madeira Drive, Brighton BN2 1TW England
Victorian marvel Brighton Pier’s history almost the same time with George IV’s marvel the Royal Pavillion. Even today you can see the trace of a typical Victorian entertainment style in this lovely and iconic steel construction in the English Channel. Across the channel, France salutes the guests. Therefore the idea of building this masterpiece was using this pier as a landing stage for passenger ships sailed from Dover’s sister Dieppe Town in France. Since the pier is open for all kinds of storms and strong winds through the English Channel, In the past, the pier has faced several natural disasters that have caused serious damage. After the reconstruction of the pier in 1899, amusement machines, concert hall and other fancy attractions were installed. Today, it’s the centre of family entertainment with its amusement park, sun deck chairs, little treat shops, cafes, pubs and fancy restaurants. It would be a wonderful idea if you could have lunch at this Victorian wonder in the heart of the city.
Duration: 1 hour
