Just fifty miles south of London, England is the coastal city of Brighton - a laid back and unpretentious city that is home to unique restaurants and lively nightclubs. If fortunate enough to visit this popular vacation spot, be sure to stop by the following attractions:
The Royal Pavilion - When you are in Brighton there are a few places you absolutely have to visit. The Royal Pavilion is one of those places. It is directly in the center of Brighton and was once a farmhouse. As the years went on, the Pavilion was completely redone and it became the place where the Prince Regent would stay when he was in Brighton. You can visit the place where King George the 4th rested his head but you will have to pay an entrance fee. One of the things you will definitely have to do is meander on over to the Brighton Museum, which is a stones throw from the Pavilion at the end of its gardens. It does not cost anything to visit and you can learn a lot about the local history.
The Palace Pier - If you are a kid at heart, or if you are going to be taking kids with you, then you will definitely want to visit the Palace Pier when you are visiting Brighton. The pier was built at the very last of the 19th century and is the last of its kind in the area. Three piers were originally built and had all sorts of arcades and amusements at one time, but this one is the last one standing. You will find many curio shops, places to eat, clubs and a small fair on the pier. It is one of the places you just have to visit and the view from the boardwalk is incredible. And you do not have to pay anything to see it or walk on it, but I can guarantee you will not be able to resist buying something!
The Lanes - Another great place to visit while in Brighton is the Lanes. It is by far the best place to see when you are there. There are a ton of independently owned businesses along the Lanes and you can shop till you drop. There are clothing stores, jewelry shops and antiquities dealers. You could actually spend your entire trip in the Lanes and never get to see everything because there are so many streets, shops and hidden treasures to be found. The Lanes is the oldest area in Brighton so it would be a good idea to visit their chamber of commerce and visitor information center so you can learn about the area first.
The Beach - Because Brighton is a coastal town it also features a magnificent beach. The beach sees plenty of free film showings and live music events, you will find a number of street performers there as well. It is a relaxing place for a walk and although the beach itself is pebbly as opposed to smooth you will find plenty of entertainment in the many beach front nightclubs and bars. The beach is a perfect end cap to your Brighton vacation, and is part of just the many sights you will see, enjoy and remember for a lifetime.
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