Brighton
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Logistics
Getting There
Traveling to Brighton from London is very easy. There are trains running from London Blackfriars, London Bridge, London St. Pancras, and London Victoria to Brighton. Trains take about 1 hour 20 minutes depending on which route you select. There are frequent trains between London and Brighton (a few each hour) and the train is quick out to the coast, making it a very easy day-trip from London.
Getting Around
The town of Brighton is on the coast. Getting to the beach from the train station is an easy walk and wandering around the town is nice on foot. There are buses and taxis as well if needed for a different way of getting around.
Accommodations
Artist Residence – this boutique hotel is right near the beach, and not far from the Brighton Pier, making it a great spot to stay if visiting Brighton for a night
No.124 Guesthouse is a cute boutique hotel in Brighton, with a few other properties across the UK. Book here
Things to do and see
Brighton Beach
Many make the trip to Brighton because it is an easy spot to get to from London to enjoy a beach day and spend time on the coast. The beach in Brighton is a pebble beach so pack beach chairs or, if you are happy to sit on the stones on a blanket then pack a towel or blanket. The beach is long and makes for a nice day-trip when weather is nice. Be prepared to share the beach with crowds on nice weekend days in the summer.
Palace Pier
The pier in Brighton extends out into the English Channel for half a kilometer and includes an amusement park, arcade games, and food stands along it.
The Lanes
The oldest neighborhood in Brighton, The Lanes are made-up of many small alleys lined with local shops, restaurants, and cafes. Be sure to at least wander through here when visiting Brighton. It ends up being a great area to grab a bite to eat.
Food and Drinks
Riddle & Finn’s
Lunch or Dinner
Great restaurant in Brighton to get seafood. There are two locations, one in The Lanes and one along the beach on the promenade. Both will be suitable, but the Lanes location has a nice atmosphere and is tucked away from the crowds on the beach. The Lanes location does not take reservations so just walk-in and see if you are able to enjoy some of the excellent seafood.
The Salt Room
Dinner
Another good option for great seafood in Brighton. Here you will want to make reservations in advance if possible.
Lucky Khao
Dinner
Northern Thai BBQ spot with intriguing vibes and unique food. Be prepared for some spicier dishes here.
Burger Brothers
Lunch
Pop by here if you are craving a burger, as it is known for having one of the best burgers in the UK.
Little Jack Fullers
Lunch
Casual and modest spot with great fish and chips
Other Notes
Duration
Due to its proximity to London, Brighton is doable for a day-trip for those who are looking to get out of the city, but do not feel a need to stay overnight. With this in mind, it can easily be visited with 1 to 2 nights as well to enjoy some time outside the city near the beach.
Time of Year
As Brighton is on the coast, the best weather is definitely in the summer time. That being said, there can be nice days in the shoulder season when it’s less busy where you can appreciate being on the coast.