A Brighton Break: Weekend Trip and Beyond

Destination: Brighton, United KingdomCreated by: Moo_The_TrotterLast updated: 28th September 2026
A highlight of the top spots in and around Brighton, don't miss the Seven Sisters cliffs if you have the time, there are buses available to get you there.
Weekend TripBrighton3 DaysSeven SistersBirling Gap
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Day 1 — Seafront and historic centre

Brighton Palace Pier

Pier, Amusement Park
$
Start early for the seafront

Brighton Beach

Beach, Seaside, Recreation
Famous pebble beach with arches and events
Image of The Lanes

The Lanes

Shopping, Historic
Historic shopping quarter
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Royal Pavilion

Historic Site, Palace
Image of Brighton Museum & Art Gallery

Brighton Museum & Art Gallery

Museum, Art
$
City museum and art collections
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North Laine

Shopping, District, Bohemian
$$
Bohemian quarter with unique shops and cafes

Brighton Open Market

Food And Beverage Store, Grocery Store
Day 2 — Clifftops, art and Seven Dials

British Airways i360

Observation, Attraction
$$$
Best first viewpoint

Brighton West Pier

Pier
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Hove Museum and Art Gallery

Museum
Image of Preston Park Brighton & Hove

Preston Park Brighton & Hove

Park
Image of Preston Manor

Preston Manor

Museum, History Museum
Image of Seven Dials

Seven Dials

Locality, Core Attraction

Seven Sisters Country Park

National Park
Allow most of a day for the coastal walk and viewpoints.

Beachy Head

Restaurant, Restaurant
Best paired with the Seven Sisters coastline.
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Devil's Dyke

Valley, Viewpoint
A convenient inland viewpoint option from Brighton.
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Ditchling Beacon

Attraction, Core Attraction
Add for broad South Downs views and a quieter alternative.

Brighton Marina

Marina, Entertainment
Useful seafront viewpoint and promenade extension.
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Birling Gap

Historic Site
Pair with Seven Sisters Country Park and Beachy Head.