Cosmopolitan, vibrant and with so much to do, the city of Brighton has plenty on offer for tourists and that?s why it remains one of the UK?s top tourist destinations. A city by the sea, where the royals used to go for a spot of rest and relaxation, you won?t be short of things to do should you choose to visit, in fact it might be more of a problem trying to fit in everything you want to do!

The iconic Brighton Pavilion with its stunning regency architecture is a must see when visiting the city. Built as a seaside palace for George IV this exotic looking building is home to a variety of regency art, furniture and silver. Tours of the palace are available or you can simply make your own way round and soak up the elegant ambience.

The Victorian pier is also another tourist attraction and famous landmark in Brighton. Here you can experience your typical seaside activities such as fish and chips, arcades for playing games and slots and a funfair with some great rides for the kids. And after having a look around the pier you can make your way onto Brighton?s famous pebbly beach.

Brighton is well known for it?s seaside activities but not everyone knows that the city has a lot of designated green spaces so there are plenty of parks and gardens for you to explore or simply have a picnic and hang out. The parks are a good place to bring the kids for some informal sports and games. The gardens at the Pavilion are attractive and well maintained and should interest anyone who has a liking for plants and flowers, also during the summer months the Pavilion gardens are used for entertainment and music events. The largest urban park is Preston Park and this is a great place for families to visit.

If you enjoy exploring museums then there are several to choose from in Brighton. The Brighton Museum is the centre for Modern Art and there are plenty of exhibitions and interactive galleries for you to browse. The Booth Museum of Natural History is a wonderful place for anyone who is interested in animals and insects with literally hundreds of species exhibited and the Toy and Model Museum is a great place for a spot of nostalgia. The museum is home to toys from virtually every era and makes for a fascinating day trip out.

A popular tourist attraction in Brighton is the famous Volks Railway. Built in 1883 the railway is Britain?s oldest electrical railway. The journey is just over a mile long and on the way you can take in the views of Brighton beach, the Victorian pier and the marina.

Brighton Marina is a huge shopping centre that is just outside of the city centre. Here you will find all kinds of shops and there are some great cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy a spot waterside dining. If you fancy taking in a film while you are in Brighton there?s a cinema here and also a bowling alley and other indoor entertainments on offer, making the Marina a popular destination for a rainy day. The city of Brighton is also a good place for shopping with lots of interesting shops lining the quaint streets.

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Brighton is one of the UK?s most visited seaside cities and it?s no surprise to fans of the city that it is sometimes referred to as London by the Sea. A vibrant and exciting place to be, Brighton manages to combine traditional seaside charm with fashionable city life and is a great place for families to visit.

Families love Brighton as it is virtually impossible not to be bored here with a range of activities on offer that suit children of all ages. The famous Brighton beach has to be seen and here you will find the usual seaside attractions like fairs and arcades and various places to eat. However if you still want to get the children into the great outdoors there are also some very good parks in the area with fun, modern equipment for the kids to play on. Near to the West Pier there is also a park that has a paddling pool, which is fun for younger kids when the weather is good.

The Marina at Brighton is like a small village in itself with a shopping centre and lots of places to grab a bit to eat. There are all kinds of food on offer here and lots of well-known chains so it makes a good place to fill up the kids. The Marina has an indoor virtual golf course and also a bowling alley ? perfect for bad weather days and there is also a cinema here.

England?s oldest cinema is also in Brighton and it has a great Saturday morning Kids Club. The Duke of York?s Picture house is a spectacular listed building and worth a visit on a rainy Saturday. There is also a children?s? comedy club in Brighton called the Komedia Theatre and there are plenty of shows to go and see here that will have the kids laughing along.

The Toy and Model museum in Brighton is a good place for all the family to visit. The range of toys from history and modern times and also from all over the world is amazing and parents will enjoy spotting toys that remind them of their childhood. There is a Sealife centre in Brighton and this one has an underground tunnel that you can walk through as sharks swim over your head. There are also rock pools that children can explore and they are able to handle crabs and starfish. There are literally hundreds of different water species here including rays and turtles.

Throughout summer the oldest narrow gauge electric railway is open and this is a great trip for families to enjoy. The Volk?s Electric Railway runs all along the Brighton seafront from the Pier to the Marina making this a relaxing journey with lovely views of the coast.

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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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