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15 Tours in Brighton to Build a Day Around

39 tours  ·  from $10 a head

Good tours in Brighton fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Brighton: Royal Pavilion Admission Ticket - The Banqueting Room makes the strongest first impression
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Brighton: Royal Pavilion Admission Ticket

1.Royal Pavilion Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 956 reviews · 1 day · from $26Our pick

Walk through Brighton’s restored Royal Pavilion at your own pace with a one-day admission ticket. See the Banqueting Room, Music Room, Saloon, Great Kitchen, Queen Victoria’s bedroom, and landscaped gardens. Room stewards and an audio guide help explain the palace’s design, royal life, and later use as a First World War hospital.

“Excellent very interesting, some of the rooms were spectacular the artefacts were beautiful the colours etc, the staff were great any questions they were there, the gentleman in the kitchen was absolutely brilliant explaining how the staff worked in extreme conditions because of the heat etc l could go on and on but the best thing you can do is visit and experience for your self and you’ll understand. Well worth it.”

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From Brighton: Seven Sisters and South Downs Tour - Devil’s Dyke: a quick start with a huge view
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From Brighton: Seven Sisters and South Downs Tour

2.Seven Sisters and South Downs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 746 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $93

Travel from Brighton with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Adam, Paul, Kevin, or Anton, depending on the day. Visit Devil’s Dyke, Middle Farm, the Long Man of Wilmington, Beachy Head, and Seaford Head, where a 40-minute country-path walk leads to one of England’s finest Seven Sisters views.

“The weather was a little bit iffy at first, but on the afternoon it was superb. Anton was an excellent guide! I would recommend this tour to my friends for sure!”

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Sea Life Brighton Admission Ticket - Starfish, coral reefs, and tropical fish
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SEA LIFE Brighton Admission Ticket

3.SEA LIFE Brighton Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 468 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $21

Spend about two hours exploring SEA LIFE Brighton at your own pace. Walk through a tropical rainforest, see poison dart frogs, anacondas, piranhas, sharks, rays, sea turtles, seahorses, clownfish, and a giant Japanese spider crab. A glass-bottom boat ride is available for an extra charge.

“Fun and informative. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Got some nice photos and a fridge magnet too. The sea life is amazing to look at.”

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Brighton Bar Crawl - Five free shots and drink discounts
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Brighton Bar Crawl

4.Brighton Bar Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 377 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $20Top rated

Meet Ola, Matthew, and the On The Rocks team at The Fitz Regent at 7:30 pm. Over about five hours, you’ll visit four more Brighton bars and clubs, walk through the Lanes and along the beach, enjoy five free shots, use drink discounts, and have photos taken by a guide.

“Was an absolute blast! Ola and Matthew were super engaging hosts who ensured we all had a good time.”

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Brighton: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Stop 1: Brighton Palace Pier
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Brighton: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

5.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 352 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $20

See Brighton and Hove from an open-top bus on a 50-minute loop with stops at the Palace Pier, Royal Pavilion, Brighton Marina, Seven Dials, Hove, and more. Use a 1 or 2-day ticket, hop off to explore, then continue on Brighton and Hove buses. Commentary is available in seven languages.

““I really enjoyed the tour bus in Brighton because it was a relaxing way to see all the main sights without having to worry about directions. The open-top view was fantastic, and the commentary using the headphones provided made it easy to learn interesting facts about the city.” “I felt it would have been even better if the bus staff gave a short welcome to all tourists when seated, before the bus set off, along with a brief introduction about the tour. This would make the experience feel more friendly and engaging.” overall it was enjoyable. Well recommend”

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Brighton: Zip Wire Experience Ticket - Racing a Friend on the Dual Line
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Brighton: Zip Wire Experience Ticket

6.Zip Wire Experience Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 260 reviews · from $25

Fly 32 meters above Brighton’s seafront on the south coast’s longest and fastest zip line. The Brighton Zip team fits your harness, explains the safety steps, and sends you over the beach toward a boat landing stage. Choose a dual run when available to race a friend. Expect a short, thrilling ride, a firm stop, and weather-dependent operation.

“Very accommodating when we arrived late due to traffic. All staff friendly and helpful. Exceptional service.”

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From Brighton: Seven Sisters Boat Tour - The optional sea swim
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From Brighton: Seven Sisters Boat Tour

7.Seven Sisters Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 169 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $53

Join Maverick Boat Adventures for a 1.5-hour cruise from Newhaven Marina to the Seven Sisters Cliffs. Sarah, Steve, or Paul may guide you with local stories, smuggling tales, wildlife spotting, and music on the fast ride home. A sea swim may be offered when weather and conditions allow.

“It was incredible, the family loved it and we had a brilliant captain who made our 2 children so happy, they even got to have a dip in the sea and played Bon Jovi! Epic trip”

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Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Brighton with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems - How Captain Bess guides you by phone
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Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Brighton with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems

8.Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Brighton with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $20

Captain Bess leads you and your private group through Brighton by phone, sending maps, cryptic clues, hints, facts, and stories. The roughly 2.5-hour route links the Royal Pavilion, North Laine, the piers, Theatre Royal, and The Lanes. Start when you like, pause for shops or a pub, and finish back at India Gate.

“The whole experience was absolutely wonderful! My boyfriend and I had a blast during the treasure hunt. The hunt summarized all the major places in Brighton. It was a perfect thing to do during one day trip.”

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City Sightseeing Brighton Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - West Pier and Brighton’s seafront story
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City Sightseeing Brighton Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

9.City Sightseeing Brighton Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 152 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $20

See Brighton’s seafront, Pavilion, Hove, station, racecourse, and marina on a 50-minute open-top bus loop. Your 1 or 2-day ticket also covers Brighton & Hove buses, with audio commentary in seven languages and discounts at Sea Life Brighton, Volk’s Electric Railway, and local attractions.

“Found out a lot of Brighton history I didn’t know and my grandson found it fascinating. Running commentary was great.”

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The Hunt: Team Activity in Brighton, Sussex - How the team mission works
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The Hunt: Team Activity in Brighton, Sussex

10.The Hunt: Team Activity in Brighton, Sussex

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $104

Meet at 38 Stony Mere Way for a 2.5-hour outdoor scavenger hunt in Stanmer Park, Brighton. Your private group works together to complete a daring mission while avoiding the Hunters. The game suits friends, families, work teams, and stag or hen parties, with routes and pace adaptable to different fitness levels.

“Great activity which got the whole group involved, exploring a beautiful location looking for clues!”

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Brighton: Upside Down House Entry Ticket - Finding the turquoise house on Brighton Sea Front
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Brighton: Upside Down House Entry Ticket

11.Upside Down House Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 138 reviews · 1 day · from $10Best value

Step into Brighton’s turquoise Upside Down House on the Sea Front, between Brighton i360 and The Seahorse. Explore its gaming area, jukebox, vault room, Mona Lisa, and ceiling-mounted bicycle while staff show you how to create convincing upside-down photos. Allow around 20 minutes, and bring a charged phone or camera.

“The house is fun, it doesn’t take long to get round but you have time for plenty of photo opportunities and help on how to take them. When you purchase a ticket several people have the same time as you and you are let in as a group and they don’t tend to run on time but it’s not too long a wait. Usually sold out due to its size and limited tickets so make sure you do book.”

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Handcrafted Donuts & Tea: Brighton's Artisan Sweet Treat Tour - The Lanes, Shops, Pubs, and Short Stops
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Handcrafted Donuts & Tea: Brighton’s Artisan Sweet Treat Tour

12.Handcrafted Donuts & Tea: Brighton’s Artisan Sweet Treat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 127 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $70

Join the Underground Donut Tour for a two-hour walk from St Peter’s Church to Brighton Palace Pier, with breakfast donuts, a tea break, and local stories along the way. Guide Alex has earned praise for his kind, lively approach. Expect city sights, independent shops, and one art piece shaped like a donut.

“Our guide Alex was great. We had a fun time eating some yummy doughnuts and learning about the Brighton. He was very knowledgeable and and very kind. Thank you for the tour!”

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Brighton Coastal Tour - Starting at Brighton Dome and the Royal Pavilion
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Brighton Coastal Tour

13.Brighton Coastal Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Ride with a local guide through Brighton’s Royal Pavilion quarter, The Lanes, Palace Pier, marina, and Undercliff Path to Rottingdean. Guides such as Duncan and Carlos add local stories, with bikes and helmets included. Expect about 15 km, mostly level riding, short stops, and views of the English Channel.

“Beautiful views and friendly staff! We had a very good time and got great exercise. It was a lovely morning activity.”

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Brighton City Tour - St Peter’s Church and Brighton’s grand civic story
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Brighton City Tour

14.Brighton City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Ride about 8 miles through Brighton with guides such as Carlo and Cicely, stopping at the Royal Pavilion, North Laine, churches, old streets, and the seafront. Bikes and helmets are included. The pace is gentle, the group is capped at 15, and morning or afternoon departures are available.

“EXCELLENT TOUR, Carlos, our guide, was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and funny. I would highly recommend this tour.”

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Brighton City Bike Tour - Starting on New Road near Brighton Station
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Brighton City Bike Tour

15.Brighton City Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 106 reviews · from $47

Ride through Brighton with an English-speaking guide on a leisurely 2.5-hour route from New Road. See North Laine, the Royal Pavilion, the Fishing Quarter, Brunswick Square, Preston Manor, and coastal paths. Bikes are supplied, helmets are optional, and guides such as Carlo, Duncan, and Cicely tailor the pace to the group.

“its the best time at 2.30 cause look around city and can see sunset in the beach. very very beatiful for me. and thank you guide many take a picture for me.”

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