A jewel on England’s South coast, nicknamed ‘London-by-the-Sea’, Brighton has been a popular day visit destination since the railways connected the two cities in the 1840s. Just an hour from the capital, it’s no wonder that many of London's trends catch on quickly in stylish, diverse Brighton, with its appealing mixture of heritage, hip, individuality and inclusivity.

Why start at ground level when you can be transported 450 feet above Brighton, and see it from a unique, bird’s eye perspective? Situated right on Brighton seafront in the heart of the iconic seaside city, British Airways i360 is a unique experience up in the clouds, created, designed and built by the team behind the London Eye.

You’re never far from the seaside in Brighton, and this element is celebrated in all its glory at Sea Life Brighton. In fact, it’s the oldest aquarium in the world, built in 1872, and revelling in its glorious original Victorian gothic architecture. Dive into an amazing journey through local, marine, and natural history, amongst the dazzling scales, gigantic teeth and fantastic fins of 5,500 mesmerising creatures.

If you’re a footloose foodie in Brighton, you’ll find this truly original walking food tour just the ticket. Experience a different flavour of the quirky and spirited city whilst discovering a selection of favourite foodie Brighton hotspots. You’ll be guided off the beaten track to meet some of Brighton’s most exciting and unusual independent vendors and producers. Hear the stories and passions behind their products with, best of all, plenty of sampling tasty treats along the way.

I think we’ve established that Brighton is crammed with things to do, see, taste and try; too much for one pair of feet! Luckily, the Brighton City Sightseeing Tour is here to take the strain out of sightseeing. Hop on, and their open-top tours enable you to fully appreciate Brighton and its renowned seafront, its best shopping areas, and the top-class restaurants at Brighton Marina.

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