The 15 Best Brighton Tours

1.Royal Pavilion Admission Ticket

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

Visit Brighton’s Royal Pavilion with a one-day admission ticket. Follow the self-guided route through the Banqueting Room, Music Room, restored Saloon, Great Kitchen, Queen Victoria’s bedroom, and gardens. Audio guidance and room stewards help explain the palace’s unusual royal and wartime past.

“The reception staff were super friendly and we all loved the various exhibits, rooms and history! Only slight fly in ointment were huge numbers of exchange school BIG kids who moved about in droves, made access to some rooms tricky but we managed. Perhaps such numbers could either be on public excluded times or the kids better “herded”?”

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2.Seven Sisters and South Downs Tour

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

From Brighton, ride with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Adam, Paul, Kevin, or Anton through the South Downs. Expect Devil's Dyke, Middle Farm, the Long Man of Wilmington, Beachy Head, and a 40-minute walk to Seaford Head for the Seven Sisters view.

“Despite the weather I really liked this tour. You don’t feel like you are on a bus all day with regular stops to look at various landmarks. Paul was a great driver and guide driving very safely in the weather. He had a great way of sharing local information and was very personable. The seven sisters were worth a look and I would definitely recommend this tour. There was minimal walking and if you have limited fitness or mobility you could get away with virtually no walking (just with slightly restricted views).”

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

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

Use a 1 or 2-day ticket to circle Brighton and Hove by open-top bus, stopping near the Palace Pier, Royal Pavilion, marina, Saltdean Lido, shops, and racecourse. Audio commentary comes in seven languages, and the ticket also covers Brighton and Hove buses after voucher redemption.

“Very enjoyable and informative tour of Brighton & Hove and surrounds. The driver was friendly, unhurried and smooth in his driving technique. The opportunity to hop on and off at a choice of 12 stops gave great flexibility to my day.”

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4.Zip Wire Experience Ticket

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

Meet The Brighton Zip team on Madeira Drive, climb to a 32-meter platform, and zip over Brighton’s seafront into a beach landing stage. Choose a single or dual ride, depending on the season. English-speaking instructors handle the safety checks. The full session lasts about 36 minutes, though the ride itself is brief.

“Fun experience, well organised and friendly staff. Very short overall”

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5.Seven Sisters Boat Tour

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

From Newhaven Marina, Sarah, Steve, or Paul guide a lively 1.5-hour cruise beneath the Seven Sisters Cliffs. Expect local smuggling stories, wildlife spotting, blankets on cold days, music on the fast return, and possibly a quick sea swim when weather allows.

“Getting TO this tour was one of the most stressful parts of our trip to England (because of my own poor planning). Was it worth it? Resoundingly YES, 100% worth it, would do it again w/o hesitation. I'm horrible with names so I can't remember our guide's, but she's the sister of the owner. She was so sweet and helpful. We loved her stories about her and her brother growing up in the area. She was accommodating through every step of the tour- made sure we were secure and comfortable, gave us great history and background info on everything we saw, and was always happy to take pics of our…”

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6.Upside Down House Entry Ticket

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

Step into Brighton’s turquoise Upside Down House beside the Sea Front, where a gaming room, jukebox, Mona Lisa vault, and ceiling bicycle create playful photo scenes. Staff show you how to pose and take pictures, making this a short, fun stop for families, couples, and friends.

“Awesome experience not to miss whilst in Brighton. Great fun 😊”

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7.Brighton City Bike Tour

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

Ride Brighton with an English-speaking guide in a group limited to five. You’ll see North Laine, the Royal Pavilion, the seafront, Brunswick Square, Preston Manor, and the Fishing Quarter, with photo stops, local stories, and an easy pace.

“An excellent trip................I saw more of Brighton in 2.5hrs than I have seen in the 30 times I have visited the city My daughter and I had a great time, I would strongly recommend this tour as a great way to see the city. A great knowledgeable tour guide with a good sense of humour, brand new bikes, an easy terrain. The guide even had time to mark on the map he gave us all the great places to eat and drink in the City.”

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8.Stonehenge and Bath Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 87 reviews · 12 hours · from $120

Travel by executive coach from Brighton to Stonehenge and Bath in one long English day. Use the Stonehenge audioguide, then follow an English-speaking guide such as Gerry or Fabio through Bath’s Royal Crescent, Circus, and Great Pulteney Bridge. Expect a full schedule and plenty of walking.

“It’s an amazing day trip, happy I went. It’s my second time doing this tour with discovery tour and loved it again. The tour guide Gerry was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the story of the places we visited. The bus is comfortable and the driver was good.”

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9.Isle of Wight Full-Day Trip via Portsmouth

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 77 reviews · 12 hours · from $106

Travel from Brighton to the Isle of Wight by executive coach and Wightlink ferry. Visit Godshill, then Alum Bay and the Needles, with time for the chairlift or beach steps. English-speaking guides such as Jerry, Andrew, and Garry provide history and clear instructions throughout the long day.

“Trip to "Isle of wight" was amazing. Our guide Garry was very codial, he guided us with clear instructions and key things to keep in mind. Love the overall experience.”

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10.Jetski Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 37 reviews · 1h 15m · from $190

Learn to handle a Seadoo GTI 130 with an RYA-trained instructor, then speed from Brighton Marina toward Brighton Piers. The 75-minute session includes tuition, safety gear, a slow departure, and open-water riding. Up to two people share each jet ski, with a RIB supporting larger groups.

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11.The Prince’s Panic Murder Mystery Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 35 reviews · 1 hour · from $32

Meet your English-speaking host at The World’s End Pub, then head upstairs into a renovated mansion for a one-hour Prince Regent murder mystery. Actors, themed rooms, timed clues, and helpful hints turn this small-group escape game into a lively Brighton night out.

“We are first time explorers in the escape room concept and we both loved it the puzzles were interesting and we had a lot of fun. Thank you to Sasha she was a great host 😁”

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12.Oxford, Windsor and Eton Full Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 32 reviews · 11 hours · from $93

Travel from Brighton to Windsor, Eton, and Oxford by executive coach on an 11-hour English-language tour. Walk beside Windsor Castle, see the Changing of the Guard, explore Oxford’s colleges with a guide such as Fabio, and add an optional visit to Christ Church.

“awesome and a great trip learn a lot from our guide Fabio!!!!! well done”

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13.Cabaret Carousel Show Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 27 reviews · from $53

Spend about four hours at Haus of Cabaret Brighton for Cabaret Carousel, a theatrical mix of burlesque, drag, circus acts, and cabaret. Choose a dinner or brunch package, with selected options including unlimited prosecco or cocktails. Expect flashing lights, audience games, prizes, and adult entertainment.

“Five star show food was excellent drinks even better”

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14.Escape the Vault and Rob a Bank Escape Room

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 25 reviews · 1 hour · from $32

Meet your English-speaking host at Presuming Ed’s Coffee House and Bar in Brighton, then enter a real former bank vault. Your private group has 40 minutes to break in, steal Charles Fawkley’s cash, and get out. It is family-friendly, wheelchair accessible, and costs about $32 per person.

“puzzles were great. Lighting was poor making it difficult to see numbers on locks”

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15.Cambridge and Greenwich Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews · 11 hours · from $93

Travel by bus from Brighton to Greenwich and Cambridge on an 11-hour guided day trip. Walk through Greenwich Park, visit the Prime Meridian and Greenwich Market, then see Cambridge landmarks including King’s College Chapel. Add a 45-minute chauffeured punt on the River Cam.

“Amazing and relaxing experience. Our guide Gerry was very easygoing, experienced and organized, and places were beautiful of course.”

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