Top Brighton Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Soar 450 feet above the city in a futuristic glass viewing pod and take in breathtaking 360° panoramas of the coast, countryside, and iconic skyline. Home to the region’s highest bar, we offer an experience like no other — whether you're toasting at sunset, capturing stunning photos, or simply enjoying the spectacular view. Described as everything from Europe’s tallest moving observation tower to a giant glass donut on a stick of rock (very playful!), this attraction is unlike anything else in the world. It’s bold, brilliant, and full of character — just like the city itself. After your flight, enjoy locally sourced treats, browse our beachside shop filled with creations by local artists, and explore the story behind this remarkable structure in our free exhibition. Book your flight today and see the city from a whole new perspective — you won’t leave without a smile.

This is the ideal way to get an overview of Brighton’s history and popular landmarks. Save time reading a guidebook and get a comprehensive introduction to the city from a guide instead. Along the way, visit the main attractions in the city’s Royal Pavilion and historic Old Town areas such as the Brighton Palace Pier, Brighton Beach, and North Laine.

Brighton is one of Britain’s most colourful and progressive seaside towns. On this audio walking tour, you’ll discover how it evolved from a modest fishing village called Brighthelmstone into a cultural playground that embraces eccentricity, creativity, and diversity. This self-guided tour begins at the Italianate Brighton Station. You’ll explore the bohemian North Laine district with its colourful independent shops, and discover how the Prince Regent’s extravagant Royal Pavilion with its distinctive onion domes became the enduring symbol of the city. Along the way, you’ll learn about local legends like Martha Gunn, the “Venerable Priestess of the Bath” who helped Victorian ladies into the healing waters, and discover how the iconic 1964 Mod-Rocker clashes inspired the film Quadrophenia. The tour ends at the skeletal remains of the West Pier, where you can contemplate both the town’s glorious past and its ever-evolving future.

Discover the best of the South Downs and Sussex coast on a thoughtfully curated full-day experience from Brighton. The journey combines rolling countryside, historic villages, and dramatic coastal scenery, with scenic drives that include Brighton’s Lanes, the Royal Pavilion, and Brighton Pier. Travel in a spacious minibus or vehicle selected for comfort and scenic touring, following a carefully planned route through the South Downs National Park. Enjoy unhurried stops at viewpoints chosen for their natural beauty and photo potential, with a knowledgeable local driver managing the route and timing throughout the day. Relax and enjoy highlights such as charming rural landscapes, iconic coastal views at Belle Tout Lighthouse, and the striking white cliffs of the Seven Sisters. Designed for a relaxed pace with time to enjoy the scenery. – Carefully planned full-day itinerary – Scenic countryside and coastal views – Local driver managing route and timing

If you’re looking for an unusual way to explore Brighton’s sights without being stuck in a crowded tour group, then this is the experience for you. After opening a link on your phone, follow treasure maps and solve cryptic clues to reveal interesting stories about the city. Everything is outdoors and the tour is completely independent and self-guided, so there’s no need to worry about sticking to someone else's schedule.

Experience Brighton's rich history and international food scene on this unique walking food tour. With a focus on supporting local small businesses, you'll enjoy five tastings from independent food stores and family-run eateries. Traverse the buzzing streets, explore the charming Lanes, and discover iconic landmarks like the Royal Pavilion and Brighton Pier. Indulge your taste buds and see Brighton from a fresh perspective. You get five tasters from local small businesses, and we carefully choose our partners. Our tours operate rain or shine as you discover hidden gems on this sightseeing food tour of Brighton. You will get the chance to experience a unique and authentic food tour with a local host, hand selected by Eatwith, the world’s largest community for authentic culinary experiences. Eatwith experiences are top rated on TripAdvisor and are loved by thousands of travelers from around the world!

Take a trip back in time—and across the British countryside—on this full-day guided tour of Stonehenge and Bath. Relax and enjoy the scenic journey from Brighton to Stonehenge, where you’ll be free to explore the famous Bronze Age site at your own pace with a self-guided audio commentary. You’ll then swing by the historic city of Bath and see the Roman Baths and ornate Georgian architecture up close on a guided walking tour.

Discover Brighton on your own terms and at your own speed with a City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour. Travel around this English seaside city by open-top, double-decker bus and enjoy unlimited hop-on, hop-off access with your 1- or 2-day ticket. It's ideal for first-time visitors to Brighton to get their bearings in the city.

Brighton has stories hiding in plain sight — and this self-guided walking quest reveals them. Featuring monster legends and mythical creatures, your smartphone guides you through clever puzzles and surprising discoveries at every turn. Solve each challenge to unlock the next location, uncovering layers of history and culture that most visitors never see. The immersive storyline ties every stop together. This 1–2 hour private quest runs 24/7. No guide needed, no crowds — just your smartphone and a sense of adventure. Available in 5+ languages.

- Scenic Views of the Sussex Coast and Downs. - Latest Top of the range Electric Mountain Bikes - Full guided tour by experienced local. - Enjoy a coastal ride, local villages and the scenic views of the South Downs - If you like off road experience then take the offroad coast track along the top of the cliffs and up to the top of the South Downs. This allows you to take in the scenic views of the coast from the top of the South Downs.

Our Party Passes offer a flexible way to experience popular weekend nightlife venues. Designed for both small and large groups, they provide pre-arranged guestlist access to selected bars and clubs across the UK. You are free to visit as many or as few of the included venues as you wish, at your own pace, making this a great option for those who prefer an independent night out rather than a fixed itinerary. This experience is not a guided tour. There is no host and no timetable to follow. Instead, your group is placed on the guestlist at each participating venue. On arrival, simply give your name at the door to receive guestlist entry. Where a standard door charge applies, entry is included at no additional cost.

Firstly please note this tour is able to be changed, that means if you want a shorter or longer version of the tour I can do that for you. This area of England impressed me so much that I wanted to show others what is has offer and only 25 mins drive from Brighton. This tour has flexibility and a relaxed feel about it and will be a day where you can unwind and enjoy being driven to all the hidden spots on the coast that other tours wont venture. Touring in Mercedes Luxury 7 seater mini bus and being picked up from your hotel, Airbnbor Brighton Station. Small easy-going Tour that can be changed on route to suit your needs if required. Having the smaller bus we are able to venture into the narrow roads in the villages of the South Downs. Note: London travellers will be picked up from Brighton train station. Note: Single Travellers please contact me for special booking requirements as we may be able to accommodate a single person booking. I want this day to be rememberable for you.

This half-day tour is designed specifically for visitors staying in Brighton, offering an easy way to experience the spectacular Seven Sisters cliffs without the need for a full-day trip. Combining dramatic coastal scenery with a guided introduction to Brighton’s history and landmarks, it provides the perfect balance of nature and city insight. Travel in a comfortable small-group minibus with a knowledgeable local guide, making it an ideal addition to any stay in Brighton.

The Isle of Wight, home to a variety of distinctive landscapes, dramatic cliffs, long stunning beaches and great attractions, is a natural playground for all ages! In Portsmouth, learn about the heritage and naval history of the city. • Take a stroll trough Godshill, a quintessential English Village, with its delightful medieval church, charming thatched roofed cottages and traditional tearooms. • Soak up the view on the scenic drive to Alum Bay, known for its multi-coloured sand cliffs and stunning scenery. • Enjoy a panoramic chairlift to the stunning beach (you can also choose to walk) and the many exciting attractions here for all the family. On the beach you get a close up of "The Needles", one of the most photographed groups of rocks in the world. • Get a great photo of Portsmouth's Spinnaker Tower and Historic Dockyard as your ferry departs to, and returns from the Isle of Wight.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a well travelled globetrotter you will enjoy this great day out to Oxford & Windsor. • On our guided tour of Royal Windsor enjoy fantastic views of Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest continuously occupied castle in the world, where Queen Elizabeth II used to spend most of her weekends ! We also see Eton College, the UK's most famous private school. • Walk through the quaint streets of Oxford city, and visit the oldest university in the English speaking world, dating back to the 12th Century. 28 British Prime Ministers, at least 30 international leaders and 55 Nobel Prize winners have taught or studied here! Oxford is consistently ranked in the top 5 universities in the world • Round trip and hassle free transportation provided

Visit two of England’s historical headliners in one effortless day with this tour from Brighton. Rather than negotiate public transport, travel to Greenwich and Cambridge by comfortable coach. Enjoy a Greenwich walking tour to see and unpack the history of its Royal Observatory, Prime Meridian, and more. Then, do the same in Cambridge, viewing highlights like Kings College Chapel and enjoying free time to perhaps ride a punt on the River Cam.

Visit Leeds Castle and Canterbury in one seamless excursion on this day trip from Brighton. Avoid the headaches of driving or hopping between trains and cabs, and travel in comfort first to the magnificent Leeds, once owned by Henry VIII, to enjoy the castle, parkland, gardens, maze, birds of prey displays, and more. From there, it’s on to medieval Canterbury for a guided tour of its landmarks and free time to explore independently.

Just an hour from London, escape to the stunning Surrey Hills on this exclusive full-day adventure. This isn’t just a tour it’s a journey through hidden gems and local secrets you won’t find on your own. This experience is totally unique offering local insights, breathtaking scenery off the beaten track, together with unforgettable moments that will create a deep connection with the Surrey Hills landscape amongst my guests. You won't find this experience in any guidebook and is your chance to discover an official Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty so close to London. Book now!

From the debauched days of the music-loving Prince Regent, to 21st-century beach raves, Brighton’s history has been shaped by successive musical eras. Skip having to research this rich heritage for yourself, and discover the places that saw and made it happen on this self-guided audio tour. Stroll Brighton seafront, see famous live music venues, hear about the city’s legendary mods-and-rockers clashes, and more–all to your own schedule.

Matt is a local guide who knows the hidden gems, most scenic routes and the best pubs, tearooms and cafes in East Sussex. We have included an indicative itinerary in the Tour Details passing through 7 of our favourite Secret Sussex spots. However, this private tour can be totally adapted to suit the interests, wishes and physical capabilities of the clients. So, if it’s history that excites you we can focus on castles, historic buildings and monuments. If you want to sample English ale and pubs we can visit local breweries and the best village inns. If you love to stretch your legs we can include walks to beauty spots with fantastic views. If you prefer to admire the scenery from a car we can drive along hidden country lanes. Each tour will start with a briefing session during which the guide will offer suggestions but will also listen to ideas from the clients to enable a truly unique tour. The guide will also adapt the tour in the light of adverse weather conditions.

Brighton boasts an eclectic culinary scene, but it takes insider knowledge to experience the full breadth and depth of its offerings. This small-group walking tour delivers, with a guide revealing the best foodie hotspots across the city. Along the way, sample everything from local cheeses and chocolates to scones and beyond, and complement your tastings with stops at some of Brighton’s top landmarks.

With its cobbled lanes, semi-crumbled castle, and bohemian air, Lewes delights history, shopping, and culture buffs. This self-guided audio tour offers a wholly flexible way to experience its highlights and history without the strictures of a guided tour. Download the smartphone app, and use it whenever it you wish to discover Lewes landmarks like Cliffe High Street and Lewes Castle; and hear tales of the town's colorful past you could miss alone. The perfect companion for independently minded travelers.

Immerse yourself in the stunning Seven Sisters Cliffs. These colossal chalk cliffs rise majestically above the sea. Wander through the enchanting Birling Gap, a pebble beach hidden amidst the cliffs. Explore the iconic Belle Tout Lighthouse and capture breathtaking photos. Your self-guided adventure along the coastline offers freedom and natural beauty. It all culminates at Beachy Head, where you'll stand atop the highest chalk sea cliff in Britain, enjoying awe-inspiring views. Discover nature's grandeur and capture lasting memories on this captivating journey.