Brighton Day Trip

Brighton in a Day

A walkable seaside plan from The Lanes to the pier, with quick jump links and Apple Maps locations ready for each stop.

  • 9:30 AM start
  • Six walkable stops
  • Pebble beach route
  • Optional i360
Start

A simple route for an unrushed seaside day.

Use the jump bar to move between stops. Each itinerary block includes an Apple Maps launch link, and the optional links help you route to nearby alternates like The Lanes or Brighton i360.

Stop 01 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Seafront Walk & The Lanes

Start with the pebble beach promenade, then dip into the historic alleys around The Lanes.

  • Walk east or west along the seafront to wake up.
  • Browse indie shops, jewellers, and boutiques.
  • Leave room to wander without a strict route.
Beach Map The Lanes
Stop 02 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Royal Pavilion

The lavish former royal palace, with domes, minarets, rich interiors, and gardens nearby.

  • Allow around one hour inside.
  • June opening noted as 9:30am-5:45pm.
  • Stroll the gardens afterward if the weather is kind.
Pavilion Map
Stop 03 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch + North Laine

Head into Brighton's bohemian shopping streets for food, record shops, and independent spots.

  • Choose fish and chips, a pub, veggie food, or street food.
  • Browse the record stores and quirky shops after lunch.
  • Keep this flexible so the best-looking lunch place wins.
North Laine Map
Stop 04 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Brighton Palace Pier

Arcades, rides, doughnuts, and the classic walk to the end for sea views.

  • Play a few arcade games if the weather turns.
  • Grab doughnuts or a quick pier snack.
  • Walk to the end before looping back west.
Pier Map
Stop 05 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Seafront Stroll + Optional i360

Walk west along the promenade. Ride Brighton i360 for coastal views, or keep it simple with ice cream by the water.

  • Follow the beach promenade west from the pier.
  • Use i360 as the paid-view option.
  • Skip it for a slower sit by the sea.
i360 Map Beach Sit
Stop 06 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Last Wander & Wind Down

Pop back toward the shops for souvenirs, then settle into a final coffee or pint before heading off.

  • Return toward The Lanes or North Laine for last-minute browsing.
  • Pick a relaxed final stop near your onward route.
  • Keep a layer handy for the breezy seafront.
Shops Map Station

Before You Go